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1908 Waverly St, Philadelphia, PA, 19146

$585,000

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$6,947*

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2 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
882 SqFt
$663/SqFt
Townhouse

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1908 Waverly St, Philadelphia$585,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1800
HeatingHot Water
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceFireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Wood
MLS #PAPH2377262
Lot Size0.01 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 1908 Waverly St

You can’t help but fall in love with the character and charm of this beautifully restored and renovated 4 story historic brick townhouse on a quiet street in the heart of Ringgold Place. Built in 1860, 1908 Waverly St is part of the National Historic Registry. It has been newly painted and has many updates, including a new electrical system, a new Rinnai on-demand combination hot water/boiler system (Tankless Industries) and all updated lighting. The front marble steps lead from the street into a fireside living room with a warm, sunny window seat overlooking the garden, coat closet and refinished wood floors. The street level entry opens into the combined dining room kitchen with stainless steel appliances, newly painted cabinets, exposed beams, terra cotta tile floor and then up a couple of stairs to the adorable, private brick enclosed patio. Located up the curved staircase are the two bedrooms with updated ensuite bathrooms, wood floors, closets and incredible natural light. Move right in and be a part of this vibrant Rittenhouse Square community in the Greenfield catchment. This home truly features the best of both worlds: the character and charm of a historic Rittenhouse home, combined with the updated kitchen, appliances, and comforts of a modern home, all in a highly-desired location! Avenue of the Arts, Museums, Universities, Hospitals, 30th Street Station, Fitler Square, Schuylkill River Park, and access to all major highways are close by.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Trinity
  • Year Built: 1800
  • Living Area: 882 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont
  • Office Phone: (610) 527-6400
  • Listing Agent: Sherrie B Burlingham

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Curved Staircase, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Wood

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.01 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Benjamin Franklin High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Albert M. Greenfield School, Public District Grades KG-8

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Pine St to Right on S 19th St to Right on Waverly

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $585,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $663/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,787
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Philadelphia, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$261.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$199

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

1056

1908 Waverly St vs Philadelphia

110 DAYS ON ROCKET

+66 Days

$585,000

+$323.1K More

$663/SqFt

+$464 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $323.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $464/SqFt more than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAPH2377262

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont
  • Office Phone: (610) 527-6400
  • Listing Agent: Sherrie B Burlingham

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

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Last updated on: 11/6/2024, 2:20:49 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 27, 2005Home Sold
$475,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$5,787 -
2019$6,444$460,400
2018$5,592$399,500
2017$5,592$399,500

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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9
/10

  • Albert M. Greenfield School

  • 2200 Chestnut St

  • 0.48 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-8

High School

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2
/10

  • Benjamin Franklin High School

  • 550 N Broad St

  • 1.35 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,882. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1908 Waverly St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1908 Waverly St property is $585,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1908 Waverly St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 1908 Waverly St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1908 Waverly St are:
Albert M. Greenfield School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Benjamin Franklin High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $5,787 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 27, 2005 for $475,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1908 Waverly St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1908 Waverly St is 882 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1908 Waverly St is 1800.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19146›1908 Waverly St

This home is located at 1908 Waverly St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19146 in the Center City neighborhood. This 882 square foot home, which was built in 1800, sits on a 0.01 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2024 and is currently priced at $585,000.

In October 2024, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 252 sold above asking price, over 567 sold below and more than 237 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 9.8%. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $261,807, while the average time on the real estate market was 44 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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