Real Estate

1909 Philadelphia Jewel Box Of Jacobethan Splendor “Maison Rex” Lists For $1.5M!

April 13, 2024

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Overview

“Maison Rex,” a historic mansion located in Philadelphia, offers a rare opportunity to acquire a grand estate in a prime location. This property is listed at $1.5 million and features 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, sprawling across nearly 10,000 square feet of living space.

Location

Address: 8700 Seminole St, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Area: Nestled on 1.5 lush acres in Chestnut Hill, one of the most desirable streets close to:
Wissahickon Creek Trailheads
Highland Train Station
Germantown Avenue’s shops, restaurants, and cafes

House Features

Architectural and Historical Details:

Year Built: 1909 by M. Bunting & A. Shrigley, renowned Philadelphia architects
Style: Jacobethan splendor with original architectural features and modern amenities
Key Features:
Newly renovated chef’s kitchen
Detached two-car garage
In-ground swimming pool

Interior Highlights:

Main Floor:

Grand Foyer: Hand-hewn oak door, vaulted vestibule
Main Hall: Double-height, centered on a dramatic oak-panelled staircase and large stone fireplace
Rooms:
Oak wainscoting with Tudor-arch openings
Formal sitting room with an elegant Florentine fireplace
Wood-panelled library with floor-to-ceiling built-ins
Sun-washed music room with a brass chandelier
Formal dining room featuring Elizabethan strapwork and a hand-carved fireplace mantle
Chef’s kitchen equipped with an 8-burner gas range, custom cabinetry, marble countertops, and farmhouse sinks

Upper Floors:

Bedrooms: 7 total, including:
Two spacious suites with private sitting rooms/studies, each featuring their own fireplace and exquisite views
Four additional bedrooms with varying features like Jefferson windows and bay seating
Top floor dormer windowed bedrooms and potential additional bedrooms or studios

Additional Amenities:

Butler’s pantry, multiple fireplaces, intricate crown mouldings, and a pair of walk-in cedar closets

Lifestyle and Convenience

Setting: Private wooded area near iconic hiking and littoral land, combined with easy city access
Transport: Convenient rail commute to Center City