ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Oversized, Detached Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1877
HeatingZoned
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
ViewOther, Garden
MLS #PAPH2394888
Lot Size0.13 Acres
StatusActive (ACTIVE)
About 761-65 N 26th St
Within the northwestern reaches of the leafy Art Museum section of the city at the edge of Fairmount Park sits 761-765 N 26th Street. Unassuming from the street, you’ve walked by many times wondering what lies behind the Art Deco-inspired wall of cascading colorful flowers. You peek beyond the doors and realize that your months of viewing McMansions and homogenous box-like new construction homes are over. Here sits the unexpected blending of a 1877 blacksmith’s shop, a renovated stone barn with a Frank Weiss-designed glass atrium, and Victorian home full of stately splendor tucked within lush grounds that rival the most spectacular gardens. The former blacksmith’s shop has been outfitted for the most modern-day use: a state-of-the-art two-car garage with polymer flooring, a new electrical system including garage doors controlled by an app, plenty of storage, and the ability to install a car lift for a third car. The barn and house have been combined to create the most exquisite 3,800 square feet of living quarters. The Art Deco connection was installed in the 1970s and adds visual interest to the structure and a merging of the two buildings. A foyer of warm wood leading to the sunny two-story atrium with flagstone flooring and a custom Deco bar greet you as you step inside. You enter the formal living room, its stainless steel and antique brass hooded gas fireplace and cozy sunken seating area invite you to have a seat and relax and dream of cozy winter evenings in front of the fire. You admire the stone walls and the coffered ceilings, details that have been restored using the finest materials while respecting the architectural integrity of the home. The floating staircase with antique bronze handrail is an art piece on its own but the two-story Bocci chandelier imported from Vancouver is the icing on the cake. Custom double doors lead to the Chinese garden enclosed with cedar walls and timed antique lighting, the perfect spot for a morning cup of coffee. The dining room features a wall of windows overlooking the garden and seating for 12. You imagine it filled with the laughter of family and friends this holiday. Down a short hallway of exposed brick and skylights, you find the kitchen. Tidy and practical, the kitchen features flat panel European-style cabinetry with under-mount lighting, a Subzero refrigerator, and an island for food preparation and gathering. The original walnut staircase separates the kitchen from the Victorian sitting room/breakfast room with a decorative fireplace and built-in bookshelves. You head upstairs from the main living room to the primary bedroom and imagine retreating here at the end of a long day. A true sanctuary, featuring skylights, a wood plank ceiling, and a striking curved gas fireplace, you resist the urge to climb into bed (it’s not really yours yet, after all). Custom floor-to-ceiling closets line the wall and the open spa-like bathroom is truly magazine-worthy. Featuring a Kohler steam shower, Italian marble counters, a sunken soaking tub with custom German fixtures, glass-tiled floors, and a separate, private water closet fit for a king (or queen) with a Toto toilet/bidet with heated seat and a TV. A kitchenette with built-in Brew Café coffee maker, a Subzero refrigerator, and a Fisher and Paykel dishwasher gives staying in for the night a whole new meaning. A luxurious Swedish dry sauna rounds out the suite. A balcony connects the barn and house on the second floor and leads to two additional bedrooms, one with built-in bookshelves and the other overlooking the dining room boasting a custom Murphy bed. A vintage bathroom with tub serves both guest rooms. Now for the grounds. Pastoral and private, the courtyard is completely enclosed and beautifully manicured. The perennial gardens are what dreams are made of. Flagstone patios offer space for entertaining and sculptures add visual interest. It really doesn’t get better than this. Game on. This is it.
This property is $2.4M more than the Median Sold Price and $525/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: #PAPH2394888
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
Office Phone: (267) 435-8015
Listing Agent: Kristin McFeely
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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
3
/10
Bache-Martin Elementary School
2201 Brown St
Distance between this listing and this school0.32 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
High School
2
/10
Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St
Distance between this listing and this school1.01 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
3
/10
Bache-Martin Elementary School
2201 Brown St
Distance between this listing and this school0.32 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Robert Morris School
2600 W Thompson St
Distance between this listing and this school0.47 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
3
/10
Laura W. Waring School
1801 Green St
Distance between this listing and this school0.70 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
4
/10
People For People Charter School
800 N Broad St
Distance between this listing and this school1.02 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
3
/10
Alliance For Progress Charter School
182139 Cecil B Moore Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.09 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
8
/10
Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School
1023 Callowhill St
Distance between this listing and this school1.42 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Assigned Schools
2
/10
Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St
Distance between this listing and this school1.01 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Masterman Julia R Secondary School
1699 Spring Garden St
Distance between this listing and this school0.83 miles
Public District Grades 5-12
5
/10
Franklin Lc
616 N 15th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.92 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $96,145. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type 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 761-65 N 26th St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 761-65 N 26th St property is $2,750,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 761-65 N 26th St is a house located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19130.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 761-65 N 26th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 761-65 N 26th St are: Bache-Martin Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10Benjamin Franklin High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 761-65 N 26th St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 761-65 N 26th St is 3,800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 761-65 N 26th St is 1877.
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This home is located at 761-65 N 26th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19130 in the Fairmount neighborhood. This 3,800 square foot home, which was built in 1877, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,750,000.
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 number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 9.8% between September 2024 and October 2024. Listings spent 44 days on the market in October 2024, and had a median list price of $261,807 during the same period.
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