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Philadelphia,PA 19103
Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,840 sqft
Price per Sqft $485
Subdivision Rittenhouse Square
MLS Listing ID PAPH2337906
Style Traditional,Victorian
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 4,200
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1850
Annual Tax Amount $22,072
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 1,700 Sqft
Acres 0.04
Lot Dimensions 25.00 x 68.00
Property Description
Magnificent high-Victorian Rittenhouse Manse with expansive 25’ frontage, 4 stories plus walk out lower level to a lush rear garden. This Venetian Gothic townhouse features a marble & limestone facade with arching windows and oriel bay overlooking St James street, one of the neighborhood's iconic blocks, lined with immaculately preserved homes by Furness & other notable 19th c. architects. A previous rooming house until the current owners totally restored it to single family use with noted architect & former AIA President, Susan Maxman. 10 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, 6 fireplaces, and over 5000 sf of living space this gracious home accommodates family & guests alike plus offers many additional uses; home office, painting studio, sitting room etc. 11’ high ceilings throughout are crowned by original plaster mouldings and architectonic details abound from intricately carved mantles to a central wraparound staircase surmounted with skylight, illuminating the center of the home. Enter the home through double doors flanking a walnut paneled vestibule, a weather break from the elements. The main level offers formal living room with decorative, carved marble fireplace, white oak herringbone floors and gallery lighting to highlight your art collection. The dining room connects from both the main hall or through a passage under the stair and is the ideal space for sumptuous dinner parties or intimate family gatherings. High ceilings, an original carved wood fireplace mantle and a deep bay window overlook the garden. The home’s "NY Loft" kitchen is a study in modern style and restraint, part of a second renovation by architect Spence Kass. Warm rift-cut mahogany cabinetry contrasts with cool gray quartz counters and frosted glass backsplash. Sleek, stainless Sub-zero and Miele appliances complete the state of the art chef’s kitchen. At the end of the main level an intimate breakfast room with original leaded glass window hovers over the garden, and a set of steps leads down to the back yard sanctuary. Ascend the central wraparound staircase to the primary bedroom level where a 25’ wide room accommodates any size bed, built-in closets, a sitting area in the oriel and a statement-making, turned and carved, decorative wood mantel. Walk-through closets join the bedroom to a private sitting room which connects to the spa-like primary bath, making this floor your private suite of rooms. The bathroom offers separate soaking tub & shower, water closet and pedestal sink. The 3rd floor has a group of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, both rendered in original porcelain subway tiles, one features a vintage soaking tub. Two of the bedrooms serve alternative purposes, one, a sitting room and the other has been transformed into a deluxe laundry space. The home’s top floor has 4 more bedrooms and newly renovated hall bath with glass enclosed shower. The largest of the bedrooms is used as a home office, tucked into the south facing bay window. A mixture of original red pine and golden oak hardwoods cover the home’s upper floors. The lower level, originally the home’s kitchen, has direct access to both the rear garden & the street in front under the stairs (perfect for bringing bikes in from outside). Currently used as an artist’s studio, this level also makes an excellent den, playroom or workout space. Located in the award-winning Greenfield School catchment and equidistant to Rittenhouse & Fitler Squares and the miles-long Schuylkill Banks river trail, this home rests in the middle of a low-traffic, tree-lined street. Sellers will pay for a year’s parking at a nearby garage, steps from the house. Near incredible shopping on Walnut & Chestnut Streets and some of the city’s best restaurants, Vernick, Parc, Wilder and so many more. With easy access to 30th St station, Penn, Drexel, CHOP, HUP and the downtown business core - this outstanding home offers everything that makes urban living so incredible. See this stunning home today!
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19103 (19103)
Zoning RM1
Direction North
Rooms
Basement Partially Finished,Rear Entrance,Outside Entrance,Windows,Walkout Level,Space For Rooms,Interior Access,Improved,Heated
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Carpet,Cedar Closet(s),Crown Moldings,Curved Staircase,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Gourmet,Primary Bath(s),Skylight(s),Stain/Lead Glass,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Window Treatments,Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood,Partially Carpeted,Solid Hardwood,Stone,Tile/Brick,Wood
Fireplaces Number 6
Fireplaces Type Marble,Non-Functioning,Stone,Wood
Equipment Built-In Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Front Loading,Energy Efficient Appliances,Oven - Double,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Wall,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading
Fireplace Y
Window Features Transom,Skylights,Palladian,Double Hung,Bay/Bow
Appliance Built-In Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Front Loading,Energy Efficient Appliances,Oven - Double,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Wall,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Waterfront N
Water Access N
Accessibility 32\"+ wide Doors
Parking Type Off Site
Garage N
Building
Story 5
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Traditional,Victorian
Level or Stories 5
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Greenfield
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 082085400
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Motion Detectors,Monitored
Horse Property N
Special Listing Condition Standard