$475,000
4 bd|2.5 ba|2,832 sqft
1816 Chandler St, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
For Sale
Listing description
Timeless elegance meets historic charm at 543 Somerton Avenue. This striking 1890 Victorian masterpiece offers a rare blend of classic character and modern opportunity in the heart of Somerton; nestled on an expansive, park-like 0.39-acre lot, this five bed, 2 bath home greets you with iconic architectural silhouettes, soaring ceilings and neo-classical details. This generous 2472 sq.ft. home boasts a fully renovated kitchen for the chef at heart, main floor laundry with full bath, 2nd floor master bath with heated floor and custom 5ft shower and so much more. This property also features a full length driveway with room for 5+ cars and an Amish Shed. Enjoy your coffee in the breakfast nook while you gaze at the sunrise through the elegant gothic-revival window and take in the sites. You will be sure to see Cardinals, Bluejays, Squirrels and Bunnies. This English style garden is packed with130 years of planting and cultivating with love. So bring your green thumb and watch the beauty of the four seasons. Great dirt for a vegetable garden as well. And then take a moment to sit on the porch with a glass of wine and enjoy the stunning sunset. Enjoy this country setting while being just minutes away from local schools, shopping and regional rail lines for a seamless commute into Center City. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Philadelphia architectural heritage. Schedule your tour today !
Rooms by level
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
- Main level1 full bath
- Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath
- Upper level 22 bedrooms
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2 full
- Living area
- 2,472 sq ft
- Heating
- Radiator
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Detached
- Architectural style
- Victorian
- Year built
- 1890
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.39 acres (16,988 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $293
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2678876
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on NookLocal
- 9 days
Interior features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer - Gas, Water Heater, Washer, Stove, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Basement
- Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
- Laundry
- Main Floor, Has Laundry
- Levels
- 3
- Accessibility
- Grab Bars Mod
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Stick Built
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Exterior features
- Exterior Lighting, Gutter System
- Patio & porch
- Porch(es)
- Windows
- Wood Frame
- Doors
- Storm
- Fencing
- Wood, Privacy
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- None
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Internet
- Cable
Parking
- Parking
- Driveway
- Parking features
- Asphalt Driveway, Private
- Total spaces
- 5
- Driveway spaces
- 5
Community
- Subdivision
- SOMERTON
- HOA includes
- None
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 100 x 169
- Lot features
- Front Yard, SideYard(s), Rear Yard, Landlocked
- Zoning
- RSD3
- Cross street
- Bustleton
Included in the sale
- Inclusions
- Washer, Dryer, Three A/C window units, Stove, Refrigerator, De-Humidifier, Electric fireplace
- Exclusions
- Piano
- Possession
- Settlement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
The NookLocal estimate
Estimated value
$647,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
About this estimate
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Philadelphia County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
- Current list price
- $725,000
- County assessment implies
- $464,914
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12046 SEWELL RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116 | September 2026 | $642,000 | 4/2 | 2,456 | $500,647 |
| 468 WOODHAVEN PLZ, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116 | October 2026 | $560,000 | 4/2 | 2,365 | $483,946 |
| 463 PINEWOOD RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116 | September 2026 | $540,000 | 4/2 | 2,365 | $466,662 |
| 1119 NAPIER ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116 | October 2026 | $529,000 | 3/2 | 2,418 | $370,266 |
| 827 LARKSPUR ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116 | September 2026 | $585,000 | 4/2 | 2,200 | $536,609 |
| 2224-26 FAUNCE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152 | October 2026 | $530,000 | 5/2 | 2,508 | $465,821 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $6,139 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$145,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$4,362/mo
- Principal & interest
- $3,639
- Property taxes
- $512
- Home insurance (est.)
- $211
Taxes use the amount recorded on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
Area statistics
School district
Philadelphia City
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Philadelphia County crime & safety numbers →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Philadelphia County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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Data last updated: October 31, 2026 at 8:13 PM EDT
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