2139 St James Pl

Philadelphia, PA 19103

$826,730
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,151 Sq. Ft.
$384 / Sq. Ft.
2,151
Sq. Ft.
$384
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 4/16/21
Closed 4/16/21

Description

Outstanding English Village townhome offering quintessential historic charm in Rittenhouse Square! The English Village is a unique group of homes that represents a marked deviation from the classic Philadelphia rowhouse. These 1923 houses were custom-built on a pedestrian terrace, which provides countryside charm in the heart of Center City. Through mature hollies that line a private patio, enter the home through an arched wooden door. Sunlight streams through south-facing windows into the spacious...Outstanding English Village townhome offering quintessential historic charm in Rittenhouse Square! The English Village is a unique group of homes that represents a marked deviation from the classic Philadelphia rowhouse. These 1923 houses were custom-built on a pedestrian terrace, which provides countryside charm in the heart of Center City. Through mature hollies that line a private patio, enter the home through an arched wooden door. Sunlight streams through south-facing windows into the spacious living room. Enjoy an Art Deco marble fireplace, complemented by a built-in wood bookshelf and two mirrored etageres. Classic tongue and groove oak floors run throughout. You’ll notice covered radiators, which include humidifier pans for pleasant heat. Additionally, there is supplemental forced hot air. Through a gently curved arch, enter the large, bright dining room that features picture-frame molding. Folding glass doors lead to the garden room, which contains a vaulted, 8-panel skylight and instant access to Chancellor Street. The next room over is the kitchen, which presently exists as a high-efficiency galley with plenty of counter space and chrome pulls. Before going upstairs, check out the little nook in the dining room to find a coat closet and stairs to a lower level. The basement is a fully finished retro delight. You’ll find a mid-century den complete with a wet bar, built-ins, and recessed lighting. In the back of the basement you’ll find a half bath and vintage kitchenette, perfect for use as a summer kitchen. There’s a full laundry room just beyond that, complete with a utility sink. Take the brass-rail stairs past another mirrored etagere to the second level. At the front of the house is the main bedroom, lit by a large casement window leading to a decorative iron balconette, perfect for plants. The front bedroom is connected to the middle room via a closeted hallway. This middle room would make a great second bedroom, or a lavish private wardrobe space. This level also offers a full bath, retaining spectacular original butter-joint subway tile and hexagonal floor, along with a great 1920’s built-in tub. You’ll find three closets in this vicinity, ranging from walk-in to linen sized. Let the natural light streaming from the skylight lead you to the third level. The front of the house offers a large bedroom with a charming dormer. Between the front and middle bedroom is a second full bath, again featuring a fantastic original tub and hexagonal tile floor, with the addition of yet another skylight. The back of the house offers a private study with built-in bookshelves, which can alternatively be used as a fifth bedroom. Live in the heart of town on one of the most architecturally special blocks in the city. The house is a short walk to Rittenhouse Square or the Schuylkill River Banks, and from there trails, museums, and transit to all parts of the city. Steps away from retail along Chestnut and Walnut, while classic corner shops lie to the south. Come see the English Village today: you’re in for a treat! (Note: "Other Fee" Constitutes Village Fee for common area maintenance. Covers snow removal in courtyard and walkways, the common Village lights, cleaning/maintenance of courtyard drains, courtyard exterminator. Each owner responsible for “historically certified” blue flagstone in front own property, sewer pipes coming from own house.)
  1. Listed by Marc A Hammarberg • BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square
    P: (215)-790-5501 marc.hammarberg@foxroach.com
  2. Listed by Ilene Wolgin • BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square
    P: (215)-790-5648 ilene.wolgin@foxroach.com

Property Details for 2139 St James Place

Tax ID Number
082082000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Entry Floor Number
1
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional, Tudor
Levels/Stories
4
LISTING UPDATED: 09/10/2022 04:54 PM

Property Details for 2139 St James Place

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH995462
Days on Market8
Taxes$11,837 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,061 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

Listing Courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square

Sold By OCF Realty LLC

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Building Information for 2139 St James Place

Stories4Residences-Year Built1923Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,061 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,016 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,029

Property Taxes

$986

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2139 St James Place

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
  • 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
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Other Fees: $290
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Assessed Value: $845,600
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $591,920
  • City Town Tax: $5,342
  • Land Assessed Value: $253,680
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: P40
  • Historic: Yes
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Zoning Dscrp: Residential
  • Tax Lot: 193
  • School Tax: $6,495
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $7,500
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Building Level Count: 4
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,151.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,804.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,151.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: South
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, Brick, Stucco
  • Roof: Slate
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3045/1074/2934/304510742934_512_384_WM_KWXOmfE7zOwO-hFj.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Basement Finished Percent: 100.00
  • Basement Footprint Percent: 100.00
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 15.88 x 66.79
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Road Surface Type: Stone, Alley
  • Parcel ID: 925626
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bar, Built-Ins, Wood Floors, Skylight(s), Recessed Lighting, Kitchenette, Kitchen - Galley, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Floor Plan - Traditional, Crown Moldings, 2nd Kitchen
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Accessibility Features: None, Other Bath Mod
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Skylights
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Lower Floor
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=3j5mXKyW7Yi&mls=1
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 2139 St James Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

$826,730—
Mar 15, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

—
Mar 15, 2021

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

—
Mar 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

$775,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

$826,730
03/15/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

—
03/15/2021

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

—
03/12/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH995462

$775,000

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Schools near 2139 St James Place

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
Widener Memorial School
Public - K to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Greenfield Albert M School
PublicK to 8

Franklin Benjamin High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public6 to 8

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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