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
Open House Schedule
- Saturday, January 14: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Sunday, January 15: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Listing Information
- Listed by: Marc Hammarberg, BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
