248 Locust St

Philadelphia, PA 19106

$1,500,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,400 Sq. Ft.
$625 / Sq. Ft.
2,400
Sq. Ft.
$625
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/27/23
Closed 7/27/23
Bedroom 3 / Den

Description

Welcome to 248 Locust, a spectacular 24’ wide, 3Bed, 3Bath corner townhome in Society Hill with 2-Car Parking, stunning loft-like proportions and abundant natural light. Designed by renowned modernist architect Louis Sauer in 1970 and thoughtfully renovated in 2016, this home offers a perfect blend of timeless design and modern comforts. Enter into the sprawling open-plan living space with dramatic 11’ ceilings and sumptuous 1.25” thick white oak floors throughout. The expansive great room features...Welcome to 248 Locust, a spectacular 24’ wide, 3Bed, 3Bath corner townhome in Society Hill with 2-Car Parking, stunning loft-like proportions and abundant natural light. Designed by renowned modernist architect Louis Sauer in 1970 and thoughtfully renovated in 2016, this home offers a perfect blend of timeless design and modern comforts. Enter into the sprawling open-plan living space with dramatic 11’ ceilings and sumptuous 1.25” thick white oak floors throughout. The expansive great room features a wall of custom built-ins and a wood burning fireplace with an elegant limestone surround flanked by a pair of floor-to-ceiling windows. The spacious dining room is illuminated by a large picture window overlooking the courtyard. The well-appointed chef’s kitchen boasts gleaming Calcutta Gold marble countertops, a Joanne Hudson tile backsplash and top-of-the-line appliances including a SubZero refrigerator, Viking cooktop and oven, and Miele dishwasher. Island seating offers the ideal perch for enjoying a glass of wine with the chef or your morning espresso. The upper floor offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. The primary suite is a peaceful oasis with tree top views and ample closet space for complete organization. The serene primary bathroom has a walk-in shower, dual-sink vanity, Joanne Hudson tiles, radiant floor pad heating and adjoins a luxurious walk-in closet. The additional 2 bedrooms offer lovely nighttime views of St. Peter’s spire. The recently renovated lower level offers a full bath, custom built-ins, a mudroom with radiant heat flooring, and floor to ceiling glass sliders leading out to the landscaped garden patio. Centrally Located on a quiet tree-lined street in the McCall School catchment, you'll find yourself just steps away from Philadelphia's most historic sites and museums, Head House Square, Spruce Street Harbor Park, PFS Movie Theater, and a broad range of restaurants, and public transportation. Complete with 2 car gated parking this home is an urban dream!
  1. Listed by Marc A Hammarberg • BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square
    P: (215)-790-5501 marc.hammarberg@foxroach.com

Property Details for 248 Locust Street

Tax ID Number
051133890
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Contemporary
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/27/2023 02:52 PM

Property Details for 248 Locust Street

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2239242
Days on Market21
Taxes$17,020 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1970
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,440 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County
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Location

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

Sold By BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square

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Building Information for 248 Locust Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1970Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,440 SF

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Property Information for 248 Locust Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MC CALL GEN GEORGE (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: MCCALL GEN (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19106 (19106)
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: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,215,900
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $972,800
  • City Town Tax: $7,680
  • Land Assessed Value: $243,100
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 234
  • School Tax: $9,339
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $5,000
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 4
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,400.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 35.00 x 60.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Parcel ID: 905317
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Parking Lot
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Air Filter System
  • Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 248 Locust Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 27, 2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2239242

$1,500,000—
Jul 18, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1515607446

$1,500,000—
Jun 23, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2239242

—
Jun 16, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2239242

$1,450,000—
Dec 4, 1997

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH501998

$325,000—
Nov 6, 1997

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH501998

—
Jul 17, 1997

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000624743

$425,000—
Jul 11, 1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH501998

$397,000—
May 13, 1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000624743

$425,000—
Jun 17, 1994

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH759464

$325,000—
May 24, 1994

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH759464

—
May 16, 1994

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH759464

$379,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/27/2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2239242

$1,500,000
07/18/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1515607446

$1,500,000
06/23/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2239242

—
06/16/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2239242

$1,450,000
12/04/1997

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH501998

$325,000
11/06/1997

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH501998

—
07/17/1997

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000624743

$425,000
07/11/1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH501998

$397,000
05/13/1997

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000624743

$425,000
06/17/1994

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH759464

$325,000
05/24/1994

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH759464

—
05/16/1994

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH759464

$379,000

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Public Records for 248 Locust Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$19,152 ($1,596 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,400 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,400 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,440 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1970ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN05-1-1338-90

Schools near 248 Locust Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
McCall Gen George A 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 - 5 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
McCall Gen George A School
PublicK to 8

Franklin Benjamin High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public5 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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