440 W Mermaid Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118-4204 $3,700,000

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Beds/Baths: 8/5.4
Interior Sq. Ft: 7,549
Acreage: 1.59
Age:100 years
Style:
Traditional
MLS#: PAPH2354824
Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Originally constructed in 1923 by renowned architect Edmund Gilchrist, this exquisite Chestnut Hill residence has hosted esteemed Philadelphians such as Schofield Andrews and Richardson Dilworth. As you step into this remarkable abode crafted from Wissahickon Schist, your gaze is immediately drawn to the grand sweeping staircase gracing the entryway. Throughout the main floor, original architectural intricacies and moldings embellish every corner, complementing the expansive gourmet kitchen seamlessly connected to a cozy family room, a picturesque formal living and dining area, and a generously sized library, perfect for family gatherings. Each of these spaces boasts a fireplace, offering warmth on chilly evenings. Upstairs, a luxurious master suite awaits, complete with its own fireplace and private terrace, accompanied by two additional floors housing bedrooms, bathrooms, and a spacious home office. The lower level presents ample entertainment opportunities, featuring a paneled media room, a full wet bar, and a designated gym area. Attached to the main dwelling is a charming apartment with a private entrance, ideal for a separate office or accommodating guests. Outside, ornate stone walls frame a meticulously designed garden adorned with mature plantings and a captivating tree-lined approach. Just steps away from Chestnut Hill Village and the scenic walking trails of Valley Green, this residence epitomizes timeless elegance and distinctive charm. This property includes the lot of 440 W Mermaid Lane & 7615 Huron Street.

Taxes: $36,394
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: The School District Of Philadelphia

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Public Water, No Septic System

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 3;

Interior
2nd Kitchen, Butlers Pantry, Intercom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Wet/Dry Bar, Full Basement, Fully Carpeted Flooring, Marble Flooring, Wood Flooring

Exterior
Stone Exterior, Deck(s), Exterior Lighting

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Public Elementary (63 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Houston Henry E School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 0.49 mi
John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts an Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 0.99 mi
Henry Charles W School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.08 mi
Emlen Eleanor C School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 1.43 mi
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.75 mi
Lingelbach Anna L School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.77 mi
Day Anna B School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.89 mi
Franklin S Edmonds School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.94 mi
Shawmont School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.95 mi
Green Woods Charter School Green Woods Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 1.97 mi
McCloskey John F School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.08 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Enfield Springfield Township School District K–2 Erdenheim 2.1 mi
West Oak Lane Charter School West Oak Lane Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 2.14 mi
Samuel Pennypacker School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.4 mi
Mastery Cs-Francis D. Pastorius Elementa Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary K–8 Philadelphia 2.4 mi
Dobson James School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.46 mi
Cook-Wissahickon School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.63 mi
Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary K–5 Philadelphia 2.7 mi
Rowen William School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.94 mi
Kelly John B School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.95 mi
Prince Hall Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.02 mi
Pennell Joseph School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.05 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Erdenhm Springfield Township School District 3–5 Flourtown 3.08 mi
Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.09 mi
Belmont Hills Elementary School Lower Merion School District K–4 Bala Cynwyd 3.14 mi
Glenside Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Glenside 3.24 mi
Wyncote Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Wyncote 3.3 mi
Mifflin Thomas School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.32 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 3.41 mi
Logan James School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.42 mi
Ellwood School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.48 mi
Howe Julia Ward School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.52 mi
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School K–4 Philadelphia 3.52 mi
Wissahickon Charter School Wissahickon Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.54 mi
Whitemarsh Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Lafayette Hill 3.74 mi
Steel Edward School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.81 mi
Cooke Jay Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.9 mi
Cynwyd School Lower Merion School District K–4 Bala Cynwyd 3.91 mi
Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney K–8 Philadelphia 4.09 mi
Mastery Prep Elementary Charter School Mastery Prep Elementary Charter School K–6 Philadelphia 4.14 mi
Myers Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Elkins Park 4.17 mi
Mastery Cs-Cleveland Elementary Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary K–8 Philadelphia 4.18 mi
Lowell James R School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.19 mi
Penn Valley School Lower Merion School District K–4 Narberth 4.2 mi
Rhodes E Washington School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.22 mi
Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.24 mi
Colonial Elementary School Colonial School District 4–5 Plymouth Meeting 4.39 mi
Gladwyne School Lower Merion School District K–4 Gladwyne 4.39 mi
Jenkintown Elementary School Jenkintown School District K–6 Jenkintown 4.43 mi
Eugenio Maria DE Hostos Charter School Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.45 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.45 mi
Morrison Andrew J School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.48 mi
Allen Dr Ethel School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.49 mi
Finletter Thomas K School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.64 mi
Kenderton Elementary School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.65 mi
Peirce Thomas Middle School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–6 Philadelphia 4.68 mi
Cayuga School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.69 mi
McClure Alexander K School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.71 mi
Esperanza Cyber Charter School Esperanza Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.82 mi
Olney Elementary School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.86 mi
Esperanza Academy Charter School Esperanza Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Bethune Mary McLeod School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.93 mi
Merion Elementary School Lower Merion School District K–4 Merion Station 4.95 mi

Public Middle (13 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Amy NW Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 2.11 mi
Cedarbrook Middle School Cheltenham School District 7–8 Wyncote 2.76 mi
Springfield Township Middle School Springfield Township School District 6–8 Oreland 3.03 mi
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 3.04 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 3.41 mi
Welsh Valley Middle School Lower Merion School District 5–8 Narberth 3.49 mi
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School Lower Merion School District 5–8 Bala Cynwyd 3.86 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.45 mi
Esperanza Cyber Charter School Esperanza Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.82 mi
Elkins Park School Cheltenham School District 5–6 Elkins Park 4.87 mi
Washington Grover Junior School Philadelphia City School District 5–8 Philadelphia 4.88 mi
Esperanza Academy Charter School Esperanza Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Sandy Run Middle School Upper Dublin School District 6–8 Dresher 4.99 mi

Public High (25 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Saul W B Agricultural School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 1.22 mi
Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia City School District 6–12 Philadelphia 1.7 mi
Roxborough High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 1.88 mi
Parkway Northwest Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.06 mi
King Martin Luther High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.26 mi
Mastery Cs-Pickett Campus Mastery CS-Pickett Campus 6–12 Philadelphia 2.32 mi
Lankenau High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.59 mi
Imhotep Institute Charter High School Imhotep Institute Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 2.71 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.76 mi
Springfield Township High School Springfield Township School District 9–12 Erdenheim 2.93 mi
Cheltenham High School Cheltenham School District 9–12 Wyncote 2.93 mi
Central High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.26 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 3.41 mi
Girls High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.42 mi
Randolph A. Philip AVT High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.79 mi
Mastery Cs-Gratz Campus Mastery CS-Gratz Campus 7–12 Philadelphia 4.09 mi
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School Colonial School District 9–12 Plymouth Meeting 4.41 mi
Multicultural Academy Charter School Multicultural Academy Charter School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.42 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.45 mi
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown School District 7–12 Jenkintown 4.48 mi
Esperanza Cyber Charter School Esperanza Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.82 mi
Olney High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Esperanza Academy Charter School Esperanza Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Dobbins AVT High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.93 mi
Strawberry Mansion High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.95 mi

Private (92 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Philadelphia 0.26 mi
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-Middle Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Philadelphia 0.53 mi
Holy Cross Catholic School Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 0.78 mi
Jesus Is The Way Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–7 Philadelphia 1.07 mi
The Crefeld School Nonsectarian 7–12 Philadelphia 1.2 mi
Project Learn School Nonsectarian K–8 Philadelphia 1.33 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.33 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Parish School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.33 mi
B.C.A. And Childcare Center Inc. Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.46 mi
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.5 mi
Evan Thomas Institute Nonsectarian 1–4 Wyndmoor 1.57 mi
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.7 mi
Roxborough Christian School Presbyterian Preschool–6 Philadelphia 1.8 mi
Green Tree School Nonsectarian 1–12 Philadelphia 1.99 mi
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Presbyterian K–12 Erdenheim 2 mi
Ivy Hill Christian Academy Seventh-Day Adventist K–4 Philadelphia 2 mi
St Raymond Of Penafort School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.09 mi
Lotus Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–4 Philadelphia 2.1 mi
Small World Discovery Center Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 2.11 mi
The Waldorf School Of Philadelphia Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.11 mi
Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education Nonsectarian Preschool–K Philadelphia 2.14 mi
St Raymond's Independence Mission Schools Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.14 mi
Chelten Christian Crusade Little People Day School Roman Catholic Preschool–K Philadelphia 2.28 mi
Camelot Education Nonsectarian K–7 Philadelphia 2.36 mi
Cb Community Schools Nonsectarian Ungraded Philadelphia 2.4 mi
Anthony Wayne Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Philadelphia 2.42 mi
Greene Street Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.44 mi
New Medina Learning Institute Islamic K–12 Philadelphia 2.46 mi
Pennsylvania School For The Deaf Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Philadelphia 2.49 mi
La Salle College High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyndmoor 2.49 mi
Bethel Christian Academy Of Wyncote African Methodist Episcopal K Philadelphia 2.49 mi
Excelsior School Philadelphia Nonsectarian K–5 2.52 mi
New Hope Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Philadelphia 2.54 mi
Germantown Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Philadelphia 2.56 mi
Gfs Friends K–12 Philadelphia 2.6 mi
Y.A.L.E. School Of Philadelphia Nonsectarian 1–12 Philadelphia 2.6 mi
St Athanasius School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.63 mi
Mount St Joseph Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Flourtown 2.65 mi
Adelaide Educational Center Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–4 Philadelphia 2.69 mi
William Penn Charter Mennonite Preschool–12 Philadelphia 2.78 mi
St Genevieve School Roman Catholic K–8 Flourtown 2.85 mi
Mt Airy Christian Day School Church of God in Christ Preschool–K Philadelphia 2.94 mi
Carson Valley Childrens Aid Nonsectarian 8–12 Flourtown 2.98 mi
The Depaul Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.16 mi
Westwood School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.18 mi
Aim Academy Nonsectarian 1–12 Conshohocken 3.23 mi
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wyncote 3.31 mi
Hope Church School Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.39 mi
Bishop McDevitt High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyncote 3.44 mi
The Miquon School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Conshohocken 3.46 mi
Noreen Cook Center For Ece Of Har Zion Temple Jewish Preschool–K Penn Valley 3.51 mi
Accel Academy Nonsectarian 5–11 Melrose Park 3.51 mi
St Philip Neri Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Lafayette Hill 3.52 mi
Wyncote Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Melrose Park 3.74 mi
Perelman Jewish Day School-Foreman Center Jewish K–5 Melrose Park 3.77 mi
Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel Jewish 9–12 Elkins Park 3.8 mi
Logan Hope School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 3.82 mi
Smart Center Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–3 Philadelphia 3.86 mi
Martin Saints Classical High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Oreland 3.93 mi
Wetherill School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Gladwyne 3.99 mi
St Luke Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 4.02 mi
St James School Episcopal 4–8 Philadelphia 4.04 mi
Mercy Career & Technical High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.06 mi
Bala Cynwyd School For Young Children Nonsectarian Preschool–K Bala Cynwyd 4.07 mi
Sophia Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 4.14 mi
The Bala House Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Bala Cynwyd 4.15 mi
Prodigy Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Philadelphia 4.17 mi
I S Kosloff Torah Academy High School For Girls Jewish 9–12 Bala Cynwyd 4.17 mi
Childrens School At St Johns Nonsectarian Preschool–K Bala Cynwyd 4.22 mi
The Mesivta High School Of Greater Phila Jewish 9–12 Bala Cynwyd 4.27 mi
Waldron Mercy Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Merion Station 4.32 mi
Methodist Services Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 4.36 mi
Merion Mercy Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Merion Station 4.39 mi
Gan Chabad Of The Main Line Jewish Preschool–K Merion Station 4.42 mi
French International School Of Philadelphia Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Bala Cynwyd 4.48 mi
Kohelet Yeshiva High School Jewish 9–12 Merion Station 4.5 mi
The Gladwyne Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Gladwyne 4.51 mi
Wordsworth Academy Nonsectarian 1–12 Fort Washington 4.52 mi
Little Flower Catholic High School For Girls Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.54 mi
Hunting Park Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
Temple Adath Israelearlychildhood Center Jewish Preschool–K Merion Station 4.56 mi
Vocatio Career Prep High School Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.67 mi
St Margaret School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Narberth 4.69 mi
Play & Learn Preschool Nonsectarian Preschool–K Fort Washington 4.69 mi
Thankful Learning Center Inc. Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Philadelphia 4.69 mi
The Gateway School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wynnewood 4.8 mi
St Martin De Porres School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.83 mi
Jameson Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 7–11 Philadelphia 4.95 mi
Plymouth Meeting Friends School Friends Preschool–6 Plymouth Meeting 4.95 mi
Woodbine Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.96 mi
Main Line Reform Temple School For Early Childhood Jewish Preschool–K Wynnewood 4.99 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19118), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 35
  • Average salary of people in this community: $83,918

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,362
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.16
  • Households w/ Children: 39%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 2,022 (42.9%)
  • Rented: 2,481 (52.6%)
  • Vacant: 215 (4.6%)
  • Total: 4,718

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 10,884
Households: 4,503
Median Age: 45.70

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.0%
  • Some High School: 2.5%
  • High School Graduate: 11.4%
  • Some College: 13.9%
  • Associate Degree: 4.3%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 27.1%
  • Graduate Degree: 39.8%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $89,422

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $1,213
  • One Bedroom: $1,320
  • Two Bedroom: $1,620
  • Three Bedroom: $1,960
  • Four Bedroom: $2,365

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440 W Mermaid Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118-4204

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