228 Spruce St
Description
Enter the home through a vestibule with built-in coat storage, then into the living room lined with beautiful custom millwork, a built-in dry bar, and a gas-burning fireplace.
The kitchen has been thoughtfully...Tucked along one of Society Hill’s most picturesque blocks, 228 Spruce Street blends timeless historic charm with thoughtful modern updates. This beautifully renovated home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a powder room, hardwood floors throughout, and a layout that combines elegance and function.
Enter the home through a vestibule with built-in coat storage, then into the living room lined with beautiful custom millwork, a built-in dry bar, and a gas-burning fireplace.
The kitchen has been thoughtfully appointed with an abundance of custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and a dining nook. French doors lead to the private outdoor patio—perfect for morning coffee or al fresco dining.
A custom turn stair leads to the 2nd level, which offers the primary bedroom with custom closets, an adjacent bathroom with a tub/shower combo, a single vanity sink, and a built-in cabinet. Also on this level is a guest bedroom (currently used as a den) with south-facing windows. The 3rd story offers a bedroom suite with a built-in Murphy bed, providing convenience for guests and serving as a home office during the day. A gas fireplace and en-suite bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower complete this level.
The lower level of this home features a powder room, laundry, and storage.
The current owners made many recent upgrades, including new HVAC, architectural window replacements, lighting, hardwood flooring, patio hardscaping, a new washer & dryer, and the custom Murphy bed.
A rare opportunity to own a classic Philadelphia home that balances history, comfort, and location in one of the city’s most beloved neighborhoods.
Listing Agent
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margaux.pelegrin@compass.comP: (215)-205-2400
Property Details for 228 Spruce Street
Property Details for 228 Spruce Street
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2600664 |
| Days on Market | 6 |
| Taxes | $11,840 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1800 |
| Lot Size | 0.02 AC / 770 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
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1Property Information for 228 Spruce Street
- School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
- School District County ID: 803408593408
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19106 (19106)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Type of Condo
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $845,900
- Year Assessed: 2026
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $676,720
- City Town Tax: $5,209
- Land Assessed Value: $169,180
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: O40
- Historic: Yes
- Zoning: RSA5
- Tax Lot: 247
- School Tax: $6,631
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
- Stories: Main
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,608.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,608.00
- Total SQFT: 1,608.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Wall and Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, Plaster Walls
- Flooring Type: Tile/Brick, Hardwood
- Basement Type: Partially Finished, Outside Entrance
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 15.00 x 51.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 905389
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Interior Features: Exposed Beams, Bar, Built-Ins, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 3
- Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas/Propane
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Security System
- Door Features: French
- Window Features: Palladian, Skylights, Wood Frame
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
Property History for 228 Spruce Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2026 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2600664 | — | |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2600664 | $1,050,000 | — |
| Nov 22, 2022 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | $900,000 | — |
| Oct 25, 2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1501902404 | $900,000 | +2.8% / yr |
| Sep 27, 2022 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | — | |
| Sep 25, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | — | |
| Sep 18, 2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | — | |
| Sep 14, 2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | $899,900 | — |
| May 31, 2006 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240304425 | $575,000 | — |
| Sep 15, 1999 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH391190 | $377,900 | — |
| Jul 12, 1999 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH391190 | — | |
| May 26, 1999 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH391190 | $379,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/12/2026 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2600664 | — |
| 04/08/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2600664 | $1,050,000 |
| 11/22/2022 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | $900,000 |
| 10/25/2022 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1501902404 | $900,000 +2.8% / yr |
| 09/27/2022 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | — |
| 09/25/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | — |
| 09/18/2022 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | — |
| 09/14/2022 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2156202 | $899,900 |
| 05/31/2006 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240304425 | $575,000 |
| 09/15/1999 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH391190 | $377,900 |
| 07/12/1999 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH391190 | — |
| 05/26/1999 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH391190 | $379,900 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 228 Spruce Street
Schools near 228 Spruce Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
McCall Gen George A School PublicK to 8 | ||
Franklin Benjamin High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Constitution 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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