1918 Rittenhouse Square

Closed 11/13/24Virtual Tour
Closed 11/13/24Virtual Tour
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Last Sold Price
$1,050,000
4 beds2,208 sqft$476/sqft
1918 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Description

A very rare opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia's iconic and beloved Rittenhouse Square. 1918 is one of only 12 remaining private Rittenhouse Square homes. The property features an Open Living Room/Dining Room, an Eat in Kitchen, 4 bedrooms and an abundance of custom built-ins and storage. The main Bedroom Suite can be found on the 2nd Floor and includes a Dressing Room with spacious closets. There are 3 additional bedrooms, one of which is presently used as a Library. Of course many historic...A very rare opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia's iconic and beloved Rittenhouse Square. 1918 is one of only 12 remaining private Rittenhouse Square homes. The property features an Open Living Room/Dining Room, an Eat in Kitchen, 4 bedrooms and an abundance of custom built-ins and storage. The main Bedroom Suite can be found on the 2nd Floor and includes a Dressing Room with spacious closets. There are 3 additional bedrooms, one of which is presently used as a Library. Of course many historic details remain including 2 Fireplaces, beautiful Moldings and even the original Brass Fittings and Locks. Step outside your front door and you are on the Square. Unquestionably one of a kind. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - Truer words were never spoken. Photos are virtually staged. Within the Greenfield School Catchment.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/13/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Patricia Royston • Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (215) 353-2500 royston@kurfiss.com
  2. Listed by Douglas N. Pearson • Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (267) 907-2590 dpearson@kurfiss.com

Property Details for 1918 Rittenhouse Square

Status
Closed
MLS #
PAPH2387692
Days on Market
13
Taxes
$13,226 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Townhouse
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1890
Lot Size
0.02 AC / 880 SF
County
Philadelphia County
Tax ID Number
082115400
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Other
Levels/Stories
4
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Subdivision
RITTENHOUSE SQUARE
Subdivision
RITTENHOUSE SQUARE (PHILADELPHIA PA)
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA
Total Parking Spaces
0
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
2,208.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Average

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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

26

Sale-to-list ratio

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[Philadelphia, PA]

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Sold By Allan Domb Real Estate

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Building Information for 1918 Rittenhouse Square

Stories4Residences-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.02 AC / 880 SF

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Property Information for 1918 Rittenhouse Square

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19103 (19103)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $944,900
  • Zoning: RM4
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,208.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 2,208.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: North
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Unknown
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8033/0183/3752/803301833752_512_384_WM_Ha5fm4ZzxsunlCyM.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Other
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 22x40
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Parcel ID: 925792
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: None
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Combination Dining/Living, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dryer - Electric
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Wood Frame
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vimeo.com/1000395495?share=copy
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: None
  • Hot Water: Other
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: No Septic System
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1918 Rittenhouse Square

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 13, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1547933619

$1,050,000—
Nov 13, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2387692

$1,050,000—
Sep 9, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2387692

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/13/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1547933619

$1,050,000
11/13/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2387692

$1,050,000
09/09/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2387692

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1918 Rittenhouse Square

Taxable ValueLand$232,760Additions$931,040Total$1,163,800
Tax Record2026$14,142 ($1,178 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,208 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,208 SqFtStories3Lot Size880 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1750Year Renovated1750ZoningRM4CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN08-2115400

Schools near 1918 Rittenhouse Square

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Greenfield Albert M School
Public - K to 8
Franklin Benjamin High School
Public - 9 to 12
Creative And Performing Arts High School
Public - 9 to 12
Academy At Palumbo
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Greenfield Albert M School
PublicK to 8

Franklin Benjamin High School
Public9 to 12

Creative And Performing Arts High School
Public9 to 12

Academy At Palumbo
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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880
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