Philadelphia, PA

Chestnut Hill

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$325K - $3.79M
For Sale on Trulia:
38 homes
Rent:
$1.2K - $5.6K
For Rent on Trulia:
111 homes
To Downtown Philadelphia:
43 minutes
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What Locals Say about Chestnut Hill

At least 135 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 85 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say there are community events

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say car is needed

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Emmaguinane
    "Chestnut Hill is a quiet neighborhood with many lovely old houses. However after living here for over three years now (coming from Spruce Hill area in West Philly) I have to say that I can't wait to move out. It's almost too sleepy; there's basically no good restaurants, most of Germantown Ave is empty stores that no one can afford, the grocery stores (Acme, Fresh Market) are never stocked with fresh items or they're out of what you need. Most importantly, I do not experience any neighborly behavior, in fact, quite the opposite. Walking around and taking the same train every day, I see the same faces, and none of them are friendly. Also, there is no one under the age of 35. There's an elitist, NIMBY attitude here that you should definitely avoid if you can help it!"
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  • Caroline Fosnot
    "Our neighborhood is safe, quiet and friendly. People help each other out and dogs are walked routinely, children play outside and walk around the community is nice to see. "
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  • Caroline Fosnot
    "Great community! It is a nice street and the neighbors look out for eachother. It is close to Chestnut Hill which is convenient."
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  • Sen.stephanie
    "I always feel so wonderful when I return to my home and neighborhood after work or a trip. Never felt that way anywhere else."
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  • Jpy1974
    "Festivals on Germantown Ave; house tours; holidays lights; kids activities; hiking; general neighborly kindness"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dogs and walkers, whom our dogs are happy to greet! Very very dog friendly. Just make sure to bring your own poop bags!"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of families here and everyone is very active. Lots of trails and parks, as well as convenient to shopping (walkable)"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very dog friendly! A walkable neighborhood with parks and dog friendly restaurants! Dogs parks in close vicinity too"
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  • Trulia User
    "During the summer there are wednesday concerts in Pastorius Park! There are also fun festivals on Germantown Ave a few times of year! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Chestnut hill has a variety of farmers markets and street festivals year round. My personal favorite is the ice festival. Local businesses always participate and it makes for a close community feel."
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  • Trulia User
    "Within 5 minutes from everything here! Shopping, dining, recreation, parks and playgrounds, great private schools, beautiful houses, and tree lined streets - walk to the train to center city - nice neighbors and a fantastic place to live "
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  • Trulia User
    "Pretty reliable public transit. Access to Center City, airport, and other areas of Philly. 23, L to Plymouth meeting mall, 77. Train to 30th street station."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a beautiful and welcoming neighborhood. Nothing like the sunburns and everyone is so friendly. Love calling this place home!"
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  • Thornburghd
    "I work at home but when I did work in Center City the train was incredibly convenient. You can actually also take the bus and the subway, and it’s also a great bike commute through the park."
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  • Mmacham
    "Extremely safe and quiet area. I frequently see children biking or walking around, and many neighbors know one another."
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  • K G.
    "I’ve lived here for two years and I feel safe and secure. It’s also a quaint neighborhood. Beautiful homes, close to shopping, etc. "
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  • Saisindhu4444
    "I live in this area. Its very safe and has grocery, pharmacy, post office etc. near by which makes it easier!"
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  • Alec P.
    "Great place to live. Good people. Good location. Good public transit. Lots of dogs. Good food. Good parks"
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  • Kelly
    "Historic neighborhood, beautiful architecture and public spaces, quaint business district. Diverse and inclusive community."
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  • Bj
    "Lots of dog families and safe walking areas. Close to Parks but no formal off-leash areas. Most people are respectful of others’ right to have a dog."
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  • Bj
    "Some families, all ages, great nearby schools. Access to parks and outdoor space is outstanding. Easy access to center city. "
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  • Hadley E.
    "You see other people walking their dogs and at night it is safe to walk up and down chestnut hill (Germantown ave) where all the shops are located. It is safe and dog friendly. "
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  • Louis B.
    "I don’t commute from this neighborhood to work but know people who do and it seems pretty easily done. "
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  • Gleamur
    "I've lived here 50 years and it's great! If able you can walk to almost anything you want or need. Neighbors are pleasant and helpful. Only downside is Philly property tax."
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  • Anonymous
    "I work from home. It’s very easy to get around though because of the train stops and easy access roads near by."
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  • Anonymous
    "Harry Potter Festival, trick or treating is insane, antique and garden festivals, open air movie nights, history, awesome sports for kids... the list goes on."
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  • Julio A.
    "The Witches and Wizards festival, Pastorious Park summer concerts & pop up beer garden, events at Weavers Way co-op, Garden festivals and Christmas/ Holiday events."
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  • ml
    "Garden festival- stag n doe nights - the community feeling - you can walk to everything- grocery store schools trains to downtown"
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  • Kelly
    "Lived here for 5 years. Community feel. Lots of restaurants, bars, shops, playgrounds, parks. Diverse mix of people !"
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  • Kelly
    "Historic walkable diverse and accepting neighborhood, public transportation into center city. Parks, restaurants, festivals, concerts! "
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  • Hirejeasley
    "No issue with dog owners at all they are completely fine. It’s nice to see them walk around that makes me feel good "
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