4938 CHESTNUT Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139

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bedrooms 6
bathrooms 2
|Townhouse
AUD $517,598
USD $360,000
Published on: 01 Oct 2026
Last updated on: 02 Oct 2026
4938 CHESTNUT Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
4938 CHESTNUT Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
4938 CHESTNUT Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
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4938 CHESTNUT Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
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Property ID: 110110372258
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Residential, PHILADELPHIA, PA

4938 CHESTNUT Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
Six Bedrooms. Historic Character. Endless Potential. Offering 1% Interest Rate Buydown for the 1st year at ZERO cost to the homebuyer when using the homeowner's preferred lender! Ask for details and see how this incentive can make owning this exceptional University City property even more attractive. Welcome to 4938 Chestnut Street, a stately 16-foot-wide row home where timeless Philadelphia character meets thoughtful updates and incredible potential. Offering approximately 2,300 square feet, 6 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, this expansive home is available to rent or purchase. As you enter, you are greeted by a spacious, light-filled mudroom adorned with beautiful decorative stained-glass windows. Thoughtfully versatile, this charming space can serve as a sophisticated entryway, a welcoming plant room, or a cozy reading nook. Step through the original vestibule and into the main level, where charming architectural details and timeless character unfold throughout the home. The main level features an oversized living room centered around a striking fireplace framed by custom millwork, serving as the room's undeniable centerpiece and showcasing the home's timeless character. Original moldings, stained glass windows, distinctive staircases, and new wood-look vinyl flooring create an elegant blend of historic charm and modern comfort. A gracious, separate dining room offers the perfect setting for everything from intimate dinners to lively gatherings with family and friends. The kitchen flows toward the rear of the home, opening to a spacious backyard, a rare and valuable amenity in the city. Upstairs, the second floor offers 3 generously sized bedrooms, a full bath, and additional original character, including a beautiful fireplace in the spacious front primary bedroom. The third floor adds 3 additional bedrooms and another full bath, creating an exceptionally flexible layout for a large household, roommates, guests, home offices, or future rental and multifamily possibilities. And then there is the location. Situated in the heart of University City, this home is just two blocks from the train, providing convenient access toward Center City and 30th Street Station. With universities, hospitals, restaurants, neighborhood amenities, and transportation all nearby, the location offers both convenience and long term appeal. The property is also zoned RM-1, offering potential for a multifamily conversion for investors or owner-occupants, subject to applicable zoning requirements and approvals. Whether you're looking for a spacious primary residence, a property with rental potential, or an opportunity to bring your vision to one of University City's most character-filled homes, 4938 Chestnut Street offers space, flexibility, character, and possibility all at an exciting price point. Schedule your showing today!

Property Details

Basic Info

Property Type
Townhouse
Listing Status
Active
Land Size
166.33 m2
Building Size
208.10 m2
Year Built
1925
Rooms
6 bedroom(s), 2 bathroom(s)
Architecture Style
Colonial
Num Floors
3
County
PHILADELPHIA
Provider
Bright MLS
Subdivision
UNIVERSITY CITY
Brokerage Office Name
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
Brokerage Office Phone
(215) 247-3600
Neighbourhoods
UNIVERSITY CITY
Address
4938 CHESTNUT Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
Contact Agent
Jeanne A Whipple
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
2006 Frankford Avenue , Philadelphia, PA 19125
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