SoldSep 14, 2026

Listed by Kristin McFeely from Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

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Bought with Heather Petrone-Shook

Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2663348

104 Rochelle Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19128

$765,000

4
4
4
3101 sq. ft.
5600 sq. ft.

SingleFam

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4 days on the market

Sold: Sep 14, 2026

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The beautiful Wissahickon neighborhood is where Philadelphia seems to soften around the edges. Mature trees arch overhead, porches replace stoops, yards get a little bigger, and suddenly it feels entirely possible that you’ve left the city behind. Welcome to 104 Rochelle Avenue, a grand Victorian with the soul of an old country house and the wonderful convenience of Northwest Philadelphia just outside the garden gate. The story begins on the front porch. Morning coffee, an evening glass of wine, a wave to a neighbor passing by. Beyond it, the house reveals the craftsmanship and wonderful details that make old homes so compelling. There’s a sense of ease, of a home that has evolved thoughtfully, with intention and respect for its past. Inside, original wood floors, crown and chair moldings, handsome millwork, decorative fireplace mantels and substantial wood columns speak to another era. Even the dual staircases to the second floor offer a glimpse into the way this home once lived. Just off the foyer may be the most charming room of all: a wood-paneled mudroom that feels lifted from an old one-room schoolhouse, complete with built-in bench seating and a beautiful oval leaded-glass window. It's a perfect landing spot for muddy hiking boots, coats, dog leashes and all the evidence of a life well-lived. Across the foyer, a flexible room can become whatever your life requires: dining room, library, office or music room. Sunlight moves gently across wide-plank pine floors, worn to a soft glow by more than a century of life. It’s easy to imagine long dinners here, conversations that linger, music playing somewhere in the background. Beyond, the living room settles into a quieter mood, with a bay window drawing in natural light, an original fireplace, beautiful woodwork and hidden storage. It’s the kind of room that asks for books piled on side tables and Sunday afternoons with nowhere else to be. The generous eat-in kitchen brings the house firmly into modern life with abundant cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a large island, the perfect gathering spot. Step outside and the city seems to disappear again. The private garden offers room for dinner under the stars, vegetables and hydrangeas, kids and dogs, or simply a hammock and absolutely no agenda. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with room for a sitting area or workspace, a walk-in closet with a window, built-in shelving and decorative columns, and a spacious en-suite bath with double vanity and walk-in shower. A second bedroom charms with a built-in window seat, while a full hall bath and conveniently placed laundry complete the floor. The third floor feels like its own little world, with two additional bedrooms, a full bath and an open den between them, perfect for guests, creative space or a tucked-away office. Dual-zone heat and central air bring modern comfort to all that Victorian character. And then there is the location. Walk roughly 100 steps and you’ll find the aptly named “100 Steps,” your gateway into the Wissahickon and miles of wooded trails that can make you forget entirely that Center City is only a few miles away. Head in the other direction and Manayunk’s Main Street awaits with restaurants, coffee shops and neighborhood energy. Regional Rail is just around the bend, with I-76, Route 1, Kelly Drive are all remarkably convenient. And when you come home? You park. Four cars in the driveway and two more in the detached garage, a true Philadelphia luxury. That may be the real magic of 104 Rochelle Avenue. You don’t have to choose between the old house and modern life. Between city and trees. Between neighborhood energy and a quiet garden. A home with extraordinary stories and places where original craftsmanship has survived generations of changing tastes, where every layer tells you something about the people who lived there before. This Wissahickon Victorian is one of those rare discoveries.

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