ParkingCircular Driveway, Asphalt Driveway, Assigned, Secure Parking, Driveway, Off Street
Year Built1970
HeatingRadiant, Baseboard
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceGas/Propane
MLS #PAPH2397040
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive (ACTIVE)
About 254 S Philip Pl
Magnificent I.M. Pei-designed Society Hill 3 bedroom corner townhome complete with spectacular garden, gated PARKING on a picturesque tree-lined, quiet street overlooking green space. First floor features the kitchen with granite counters and sub-zero refrigerator; breakfast room with built-in cabinets for extra storage; marble powder room; and a large family room with sliding doors opening to a fabulous patio, storage shed, fountain, and a gorgeous magnolia tree. Second floor boasts a beautiful formal dining room with a wet bar for easy entertainment and sliding doors to a charming balcony overlooking the garden; a marble powder room; and the formal living room overlooking extraordinary green space, with gorgeous built-in bookshelves and a gas fireplace. This floor has high ceilings, custom doors for the floor-to-ceiling windows, and incredible hardwood floors from South America. Third floor features the master bedroom with tremendous closet space; an en suite marble bathroom with stall shower and Jacuzzi tub; a built-in make-up station; and a large den to relax in at the end of the day. Finished basement featuring a guest room with its own full bathroom complete with a Jacuzzi tub; custom office with built-in shelving; a nice storage area equipped with a washer/dryer; and extra storage underneath the stairs. This home is steps away from an upscale shopping plaza which includes door-to-door delivery, grocery, dry cleaner and beauty salon. Seconds from I-95 & 76, parks, restaurants, shopping, and history, yet beautifully nestled away from all of the hustle and bustle. Please note that this home is on the end so it is slightly wider than the other homes and also note that Philip Place is not a street you drive on making this location extremely desirable.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
Year Built: 1970
Stories: 3
Living Area: 2,772 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: MSC Retail, Inc.
Office Phone: (215) 568-2600
Listing Agent: Jacob K. Cooper
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Fireplace: Gas/Propane
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 3
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Parking: Circular Driveway, Asphalt Driveway, Assigned, Secure Parking, Driveway, Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Radiant, Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Benjamin Franklin High School, Public District Grades 9-12
General George A. McCall School, Public District Grades KG-8
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: North on 3rd Street, right on Locust Street
Municipality:
Philadelphia
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $1,695,000
Price Per SqFt: $611/SqFt
HOA Fees:
Amount: $560
Frequency: Annually
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This property is $1.4M more than the Median Sold Price and $412/SqFt more than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: BRIGHT
MLS Number: #PAPH2397040
Listing Office:
Office Name: MSC Retail, Inc.
Office Phone: (215) 568-2600
Listing Agent: Jacob K. Cooper
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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
6
/10
General George A. McCall School
325 S 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.40 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
High School
2
/10
Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St
Distance between this listing and this school1.53 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
6
/10
General George A. McCall School
325 S 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.40 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Meredith School
725 S 5th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.49 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
5
/10
George W. Nebinger Elementary School
601 Carpenter St
Distance between this listing and this school0.74 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Christopher Columbus Charter School
South Building
Distance between this listing and this school0.83 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
8
/10
Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School
1023 Callowhill St
Distance between this listing and this school1.10 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
6
/10
Universal Institute Charter School
800 S 15th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.22 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-9
Assigned Schools
2
/10
Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St
Distance between this listing and this school1.53 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Mastery Charter High School
35 S 4th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.30 miles
Public Charter Grades 7-12
2
/10
Charter High School For Architecture And
105 S 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.41 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $114,506. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 254 S Philip Pl
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 254 S Philip Pl property is $1,695,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 254 S Philip Pl is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 254 S Philip Pl is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 254 S Philip Pl are: General George A. McCall School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Benjamin Franklin High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 254 S Philip Pl has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 254 S Philip Pl is 2,772 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 254 S Philip Pl is 1970.
This home is located at 254 S Philip Pl in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19106 in the Center City neighborhood. This 2,772 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 02, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,695,000.
Over 252 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Philadelphia, PA. In the same period over 567 listings were sold below the listed price and 237 listings were sold for the listed price. Between September 2024 and October 2024, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 9.8%. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 44 days, the median list price was $261,807.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.