Chestnut Hill is the northwest corner of Philadelphia, built around the shops of Germantown Avenue, with large detached homes and twins, and the Wissahickon Valley along its western edge. The figures on this page come from Bright MLS sales that listing agents placed in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Philadelphia neighborhood lines are informal, so a handful of nearby sales tagged with a neighboring name or simply Philadelphia are not counted here. See the Philadelphia community page for the citywide picture.
What the Chestnut Hill Numbers Mean
Chestnut Hill had 49 sales in the six months through September at a $950,000 median. Half went under contract within 5 days, the average took 22, and homes sold for an average of 103.7 percent of list price. Of those sales, 24 closed above list and 9 closed right at it. As of early October, 24 homes were for sale and 19 were under contract.
Two home types drive this market. Detached homes were 25 of the 49 sales at a $1,875,000 median and about 4,230 square feet, and they averaged 105.7 percent of list. Twins were 19 sales at a $825,000 median and averaged 102.2 percent. Both went under contract in about a week at the median, so well priced homes here draw competition at every level.
By bedroom count, two bedroom homes closed at a $525,000 median, three bedrooms at $850,000, four bedrooms at $874,500, and five bedrooms at $1,637,500. Four and five bedroom homes were the most common, 14 sales each.
Where Chestnut Hill Prices Land
By price, 3 sold under $500,000, 8 sold between $500,000 and $749,999, 14 sold between $750,000 and $999,999, 8 sold between $1,000,000 and $1,499,999 and 16 sold at $1,500,000 or more. The $1,500,000 or more range held 16 of the 49 sales, the largest share of sales.
Where Is Chestnut Hill? County, City, and ZIP
Chestnut Hill sits at the northwest tip of Philadelphia, inside the City and County of Philadelphia, on the city line with Montgomery County. Every Chestnut Hill sale in this period carried the 19118 ZIP code. Germantown Avenue runs up the middle, Cresheim Valley Drive marks the Mount Airy side, and Wissahickon Valley Park runs along the west.
Because Chestnut Hill is a city neighborhood, there is no borough or township to sort out. Every home pays Philadelphia real estate tax, and the line between Chestnut Hill and the next neighborhood is a matter of local habit. That is why these figures use the MLS neighborhood label rather than the ZIP code.
What Is It Like to Live in Chestnut Hill, PA?
Of the 49 homes sold, 44 had a basement and 19 had a garage. The median home was built in 1925 and has about 2,394 square feet.
Germantown Avenue is the neighborhood’s main street, with shops and restaurants along its Belgian block paving. Two SEPTA Regional Rail lines, Chestnut Hill East and Chestnut Hill West, end in the neighborhood and run into Center City. Forbidden Drive and the trails of Wissahickon Valley Park are on the western side, and Morris Arboretum & Gardens sits at the northern edge.
Streets and Home Types in Chestnut Hill
Chestnut Hill does not have named subdivisions the way a suburban township does. The market sorts itself by home type instead, and each type has its own buyer.
Detached Homes
Detached homes are the largest group, 25 sales at a $1,875,000 median and about 4,230 square feet. Colonials and traditional homes lead, most with four or five bedrooms. Thirteen of the 25 list stone on the exterior, and the same number had a garage. Sales came from streets like Summit, Cherokee, Moreland and Saint Martins. The top sale in the period was a detached home on Crefeld Street at $3,000,000.
Twins
Twins made up 19 sales at a $825,000 median and about 2,287 square feet, with four and five bedroom homes common. Traditional and Victorian twins lead, on streets like Evergreen, Highland and Gravers.
Rowhomes
Rowhomes are a small slice of Chestnut Hill, five sales at a $479,000 median, mostly two and three bedroom homes.
What Kinds of Homes Are for Sale in Chestnut Hill?
As of early October, 24 Chestnut Hill homes were for sale: 11 detached homes, five twins, four rowhomes, three condominiums and one end of row home. The median asking price was $1,384,950, about $434,950 above the six month closed median.
New Construction in Chestnut Hill
Chestnut Hill is mostly built out. One of the 49 closed sales was marked new construction, and a few newer homes and townhomes were on the market in early October. Buyers who want a new home can also look at the new construction communities we track in the suburbs.
School District of Philadelphia
Chestnut Hill is in the School District of Philadelphia. Philadelphia sends one real estate tax bill, and part of it funds the school district. The district assigns schools by address and can change those assignments, so confirm with the district for any home you are considering.
What Buyers Should Know Right Now
Expect to compete. Half of Chestnut Hill homes went under contract within 5 days, 24 of the 49 sold above list, and detached homes averaged 105.7 percent of list. Have your financing ready, and budget for an inspection that covers older stone, slate roofs and heating systems.
What Sellers Should Know Right Now
Price close to recent sales and let buyers compete. Homes averaged 103.7 percent of list, and 24 of the 49 closed above it. Asking prices for the homes on the market in early October had a $1,384,950 median, so the right comparable sales matter more than the neighborhood median. Our guide to selling your Chestnut Hill home covers pricing, timing, and how a cash offer compares to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chestnut Hill PA Homes for Sale
How much do homes cost in Chestnut Hill?
The median Chestnut Hill sale was $950,000 from April through September 2026, based on Bright MLS sales listed in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. By type, the medians were detached homes at $1,875,000 and twins at $825,000. Sales ranged from $270,000 to $3,000,000.
How fast do homes sell in Chestnut Hill?
Half of the Chestnut Hill homes that sold from April through September 2026 went under contract within 5 days. The average was 22 days.
Is Chestnut Hill near Montgomery County?
Yes. Chestnut Hill sits on the city line, and Springfield Township in Montgomery County begins just to the north. Homes in Chestnut Hill pay Philadelphia real estate tax.
What school district serves Chestnut Hill?
Chestnut Hill is in the School District of Philadelphia. Part of every Philadelphia real estate tax bill funds the school district. The district assigns schools and can change those assignments, so check with the district for a specific address.
Is there new construction in Chestnut Hill?
Very little. One of the 49 Chestnut Hill sales from April through September 2026 was marked new construction. Nearly every home here is a resale.
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