A rising market of one-of-a-kind homes
In ZIP 19118, Zillow's typical single-family home value was about $1.08 million in August 2026, up about 8 percent over the year. Across all home types, the least expensive third of homes was valued at about $563,000 and the most expensive third at about $1.71 million. Chestnut Hill's stone homes, twins, and larger historic houses rarely have exact twins on the market, so each comparison needs careful adjustment.
That is where an experienced eye matters: separating what buyers will pay extra for, such as original details, a walkable location, or a large lot, from what they will discount, such as dated systems or deferred maintenance in an older home.
What you keep after the sale
Philadelphia's realty transfer tax totals 4.278 percent of the sale price, 3.278 percent to the city plus Pennsylvania's 1 percent, customarily split between buyer and seller. That is roughly double the total in most Montgomery County towns. Karen's net-proceeds estimate builds in the transfer tax, commission, and other settlement costs, so you see what you are likely to keep, not just the sale price.
What you receive
- A defensible price range. Built from recent sales of truly comparable homes, annotated for age and architecture, condition, lot, and walking distance to Germantown Avenue and the train.
- A pricing strategy recommendation. Where in that range to list, given the season, current competition, and your timeline.
- A net-proceeds estimate. What is likely to remain after commission, transfer tax, title charges, and a reserve for repair credits.
- A clear read on the market. How quickly comparable homes are selling right now and what to expect from buyers over the next ninety days.