8212 Saint Martins Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118-4121 $4,875,000

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Beds/Baths: 6/3.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 8,119
Acreage: 0.99
Age:110 years
Style:
Traditional
MLS#: PAPH2454270
Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

If walls could talk, they’d share stories steeped in history with quiet moments and lively gatherings of generations who called 8212 St. Martins Lane their own. Gracefully tucked away in one of Chestnut Hill’s most desired locations, 8212 Saint Martins Lane is a captivating early 20th-century masterpiece, radiating timeless grandeur and impeccable craftsmanship. Designed by the architectural firm Brockie & Hastings, the residence was built in 1915 for their client, William N. Morice, a prominent figure in the community during that era. The “Morice Residence” exemplifies the splendor and magnificence characteristic of that period. On the market for the first time in decades, it offers a rare chance to make your home in one of Philadelphia’s most beloved and storied neighborhoods. With breathtaking views, this property has direct access to the first fairway of the Philadelphia Cricket Club’s historic St. Martin’s 9 hole golf course in the heart of Chestnut Hill. Sited on one beautifully landscaped acre, the property is surrounded by 37 acres of green space preserved in perpetuity by The Natural Lands Trust, at the edge of Fairmount Park. This exquisite center hall estate showcases a timeless traditional design, beautifully enhanced with modern updates that seamlessly blend classic charm with contemporary luxury. The residence spans over 8,300 square feet across three stories. Beautifully proportioned and impeccably maintained, the main level features elegant and warm spaces, including a gracious foyer with fireplace, dining room, living room, and study. The chef’s kitchen is a showstopper, outfitted with SubZero and Viking appliances, custom cabinetry, and marble countertops. Designed for both everyday ease and grand entertaining, the home flows effortlessly indoors and out, with a back porch perfect for casual mornings or evenings by the pool. As you ascend the grand staircase beneath a period Waterford chandelier, the second floor reveals a luxurious primary suite with large ensuite bath, dressing room, and dual walk-in closets, plus three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and a full laundry room. Breathtaking views from the second and third floors stretch endlessly, offering a daily reminder of the home's exceptional setting. The third floor adds versatility with three more bedrooms and two full baths, ideal for extended family or live-in support. Completing this magnificent property is a charming carriage house-style apartment nestled above the detached two-car garage, offering a private, light-filled retreat that is perfect for guests, extended family, or a sophisticated home office. With its own entrance and thoughtfully designed living space, it combines independence with all the beauty of the main residence. 8212 Saint Martins Lane is more than a home; it is a historical beauty with quiet sophistication. This residence offers a rare blend of architectural distinction and breathtaking natural surroundings. Come discover the allure of this home nestled in one of Philadelphia’s most treasured enclaves presenting a once-in-a-generation opportunity to embrace a life of elegance, comfort, and connection. Just steps from charming shops, acclaimed restaurants, top-rated schools, the scenic Wissahickon trail, and with easy train access to Center City and Manhattan, this is where timeless living meets everyday convenience. Make your next chapter truly unforgettable in this remarkable home.

Taxes: $32,317
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: Yes - Personal
School Dist: Philadelphia City

Features

Utilities
Radiator Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Natural Gas, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Detached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Partially Finished Basement

Exterior
Slab Foundation, Stone Exterior

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Public Elementary (55 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts an Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 0.63 mi
Houston Henry E School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 0.95 mi
Henry Charles W School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.6 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Enfield Springfield Township School District K–2 Erdenheim 1.63 mi
Emlen Eleanor C School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 1.88 mi
Shawmont School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.89 mi
McCloskey John F School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.06 mi
Franklin S Edmonds School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.07 mi
Green Woods Charter School Green Woods Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 2.08 mi
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.24 mi
Day Anna B School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.25 mi
Lingelbach Anna L School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.3 mi
West Oak Lane Charter School West Oak Lane Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 2.49 mi
Samuel Pennypacker School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.67 mi
Springfield Township Elementary School-Erdenhm Springfield Township School District 3–5 Flourtown 2.68 mi
Dobson James School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.71 mi
Mastery Cs-Francis D. Pastorius Elementa Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary K–8 Philadelphia 2.85 mi
Cook-Wissahickon School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.08 mi
Glenside Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Glenside 3.14 mi
Whitemarsh Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Lafayette Hill 3.22 mi
Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary K–5 Philadelphia 3.23 mi
Rowen William School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.28 mi
Wyncote Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Wyncote 3.31 mi
Belmont Hills Elementary School Lower Merion School District K–4 Bala Cynwyd 3.39 mi
Prince Hall Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.44 mi
Kelly John B School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.49 mi
Pennell Joseph School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.51 mi
Fitler Academics Plus Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.62 mi
Mifflin Thomas School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.83 mi
Ellwood School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.84 mi
Colonial Elementary School Colonial School District 4–5 Plymouth Meeting 3.88 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 3.89 mi
Logan James School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.93 mi
Howe Julia Ward School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.97 mi
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School K–4 Philadelphia 4.04 mi
Wissahickon Charter School Wissahickon Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.07 mi
Cynwyd School Lower Merion School District K–4 Bala Cynwyd 4.18 mi
Penn Valley School Lower Merion School District K–4 Narberth 4.3 mi
Steel Edward School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.34 mi
Gladwyne School Lower Merion School District K–4 Gladwyne 4.35 mi
Cooke Jay Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.41 mi
Myers Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Elkins Park 4.44 mi
Jenkintown Elementary School Jenkintown School District K–6 Jenkintown 4.47 mi
Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney K–8 Philadelphia 4.58 mi
Lowell James R School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.62 mi
Mastery Prep Elementary Charter School Mastery Prep Elementary Charter School K–6 Philadelphia 4.68 mi
Mastery Cs-Cleveland Elementary Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary K–8 Philadelphia 4.71 mi
Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.72 mi
Rhodes E Washington School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.74 mi
Ridge Park Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Conshohocken 4.78 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.84 mi
Eugenio Maria DE Hostos Charter School Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.84 mi
Morrison Andrew J School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.96 mi
Copper Beech School Abington School District K–5 Glenside 4.97 mi
Conshohocken Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Conshohocken 4.99 mi

Public Middle (9 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Amy NW Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 2.51 mi
Springfield Township Middle School Springfield Township School District 6–8 Oreland 2.66 mi
Cedarbrook Middle School Cheltenham School District 7–8 Wyncote 2.86 mi
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 3.43 mi
Welsh Valley Middle School Lower Merion School District 5–8 Narberth 3.59 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 3.89 mi
Bala-Cynwyd Middle School Lower Merion School District 5–8 Bala Cynwyd 4.11 mi
Sandy Run Middle School Upper Dublin School District 6–8 Dresher 4.69 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.84 mi

Public High (20 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Saul W B Agricultural School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 1.39 mi
Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia City School District 6–12 Philadelphia 1.85 mi
Roxborough High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.16 mi
Lankenau High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.32 mi
Parkway Northwest Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.44 mi
Springfield Township High School Springfield Township School District 9–12 Erdenheim 2.54 mi
King Martin Luther High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.64 mi
Mastery Cs-Pickett Campus Mastery CS-Pickett Campus 6–12 Philadelphia 2.86 mi
Cheltenham High School Cheltenham School District 9–12 Wyncote 2.93 mi
Imhotep Institute Charter High School Imhotep Institute Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 3.13 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.15 mi
Central High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.75 mi
Girls High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.89 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 3.89 mi
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School Colonial School District 9–12 Plymouth Meeting 3.91 mi
Randolph A. Philip AVT High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.32 mi
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown School District 7–12 Jenkintown 4.51 mi
Mastery Cs-Gratz Campus Mastery CS-Gratz Campus 7–12 Philadelphia 4.62 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.84 mi
Multicultural Academy Charter School Multicultural Academy Charter School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.96 mi

Private (87 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Philadelphia 0.35 mi
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy-Middle Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Philadelphia 0.53 mi
The Crefeld School Nonsectarian 7–12 Philadelphia 0.67 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Parish School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 0.83 mi
Our Mother Of Consolation Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 0.83 mi
Norwood-Fontbonne Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 0.97 mi
Evan Thomas Institute Nonsectarian 1–4 Wyndmoor 1.14 mi
Holy Cross Catholic School Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 1.14 mi
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.4 mi
Phil-Mont Christian Academy Presbyterian K–12 Erdenheim 1.51 mi
Jesus Is The Way Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) K–7 Philadelphia 1.56 mi
Project Learn School Nonsectarian K–8 Philadelphia 1.85 mi
Ivy Hill Christian Academy Seventh-Day Adventist K–4 Philadelphia 1.92 mi
Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education Nonsectarian Preschool–K Philadelphia 1.93 mi
B.C.A. And Childcare Center Inc. Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2 mi
Roxborough Christian School Presbyterian Preschool–6 Philadelphia 2.13 mi
Mount St Joseph Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Flourtown 2.14 mi
La Salle College High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyndmoor 2.19 mi
St Raymond Of Penafort School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.26 mi
St Raymond's Independence Mission Schools Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.3 mi
St Genevieve School Roman Catholic K–8 Flourtown 2.36 mi
Green Tree School Nonsectarian 1–12 Philadelphia 2.39 mi
Carson Valley Childrens Aid Nonsectarian 8–12 Flourtown 2.47 mi
Lotus Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–4 Philadelphia 2.61 mi
Bethel Christian Academy Of Wyncote African Methodist Episcopal K Philadelphia 2.61 mi
Small World Discovery Center Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 2.64 mi
The Waldorf School Of Philadelphia Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.65 mi
New Medina Learning Institute Islamic K–12 Philadelphia 2.7 mi
New Hope Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Philadelphia 2.74 mi
Chelten Christian Crusade Little People Day School Roman Catholic Preschool–K Philadelphia 2.78 mi
Cb Community Schools Nonsectarian Ungraded Philadelphia 2.81 mi
Camelot Education Nonsectarian K–7 Philadelphia 2.9 mi
Excelsior School Philadelphia Nonsectarian K–5 2.9 mi
Anthony Wayne Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Philadelphia 2.95 mi
St Athanasius School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.95 mi
Y.A.L.E. School Of Philadelphia Nonsectarian 1–12 Philadelphia 2.96 mi
Greene Street Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.97 mi
Aim Academy Nonsectarian 1–12 Conshohocken 3.01 mi
Pennsylvania School For The Deaf Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.02 mi
St Philip Neri Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Lafayette Hill 3.03 mi
Germantown Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.09 mi
Adelaide Educational Center Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–4 Philadelphia 3.13 mi
Gfs Friends K–12 Philadelphia 3.13 mi
The Miquon School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Conshohocken 3.15 mi
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wyncote 3.28 mi
William Penn Charter Mennonite Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.31 mi
Mt Airy Christian Day School Church of God in Christ Preschool–K Philadelphia 3.34 mi
Bishop McDevitt High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyncote 3.39 mi
Noreen Cook Center For Ece Of Har Zion Temple Jewish Preschool–K Penn Valley 3.52 mi
Westwood School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.53 mi
Martin Saints Classical High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Oreland 3.58 mi
The Depaul Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.69 mi
Hope Church School Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.75 mi
Accel Academy Nonsectarian 5–11 Melrose Park 3.81 mi
Wetherill School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Gladwyne 3.89 mi
St Luke Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 3.92 mi
Wyncote Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Melrose Park 4 mi
Perelman Jewish Day School-Foreman Center Jewish K–5 Melrose Park 4.03 mi
Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel Jewish 9–12 Elkins Park 4.05 mi
Wordsworth Academy Nonsectarian 1–12 Fort Washington 4.11 mi
Play & Learn Preschool Nonsectarian Preschool–K Fort Washington 4.3 mi
Logan Hope School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 4.32 mi
Smart Center Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–3 Philadelphia 4.38 mi
Bala Cynwyd School For Young Children Nonsectarian Preschool–K Bala Cynwyd 4.43 mi
The Gladwyne Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Gladwyne 4.44 mi
Plymouth Meeting Friends School Friends Preschool–6 Plymouth Meeting 4.46 mi
I S Kosloff Torah Academy High School For Girls Jewish 9–12 Bala Cynwyd 4.49 mi
Childrens School At St Johns Nonsectarian Preschool–K Bala Cynwyd 4.5 mi
The Bala House Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Bala Cynwyd 4.52 mi
The Mesivta High School Of Greater Phila Jewish 9–12 Bala Cynwyd 4.55 mi
Waldron Mercy Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Merion Station 4.56 mi
St James School Episcopal 4–8 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
Sophia Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 4.57 mi
Mercy Career & Technical High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.59 mi
Merion Mercy Academy Roman Catholic 9–12 Merion Station 4.63 mi
Gan Chabad Of The Main Line Jewish Preschool–K Merion Station 4.63 mi
Prodigy Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Philadelphia 4.68 mi
Methodist Services Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 4.78 mi
French International School Of Philadelphia Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Bala Cynwyd 4.79 mi
Germantown Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–12 Fort Washington 4.79 mi
Kohelet Yeshiva High School Jewish 9–12 Merion Station 4.8 mi
Whitemarsh Montessori Childrens House Nonsectarian Preschool–K Blue Bell 4.82 mi
The Gateway School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Wynnewood 4.84 mi
Temple Adath Israelearlychildhood Center Jewish Preschool–K Merion Station 4.87 mi
St Margaret School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Narberth 4.88 mi
Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 4.92 mi
Early Learning Childrens Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–K Fort Washington 4.95 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19118), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 35
  • Average salary of people in this community: $83,918

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 3,362
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.16
  • Households w/ Children: 39%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 2,022 (42.9%)
  • Rented: 2,481 (52.6%)
  • Vacant: 215 (4.6%)
  • Total: 4,718

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 10,884
Households: 4,503
Median Age: 45.70

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.0%
  • Some High School: 2.5%
  • High School Graduate: 11.4%
  • Some College: 13.9%
  • Associate Degree: 4.3%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 27.1%
  • Graduate Degree: 39.8%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $89,422

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $1,213
  • One Bedroom: $1,320
  • Two Bedroom: $1,620
  • Three Bedroom: $1,960
  • Four Bedroom: $2,365

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8212 Saint Martins Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118-4121

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