Academy House 1420 Locust St Unit 16D/B Philadelphia, PA 19102
Rittenhouse Square NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $358,000 - $495,000
1
Bed
2.5
Baths
1,386
Sq Ft
$1,186/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- 1-minute walk to 15Th-16Th & Locust St
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Balcony
- Living Room
About This Home
As of May 2019Welcome to this rarely combined 1386 sq/ft Deluxe 1 Bedroom/Junior 1 Bedroom unit at the much sought-after Academy House. Enter this beautiful and spacious unit into a very welcoming foyer area. To your immediate right there is a storage/coat closet and a very convenient half bath. To your left you will find 3 closets (one turned into a very large pantry with an extra refrigerator and storage area). There is also a full bathroom with washer and dryer. Moving forward you will find a very nice kitchen with breakfast bar. Substantial cabinet space and plenty of room if cooking for a few or entertaining for many. Across from the kitchen is a great open-space entertaining area complete with full built-in wall unit with excellent storage and shelf space. Whether it s watching a movie with the family or entertaining for friends, this open area is ideal for both. Just off of the living room area is a wonderful dining space. Next to a window with great views as well as connected to a closed in year round sun room/balcony...(eating dinner al fresco in this high rise is possible)! Next to the dinning space before entering the master bedroom, there is a separate sitting area with wet bar. Great for pre/after dinner drinks and conversation or getting lost in one of your favorite books. As you enter the adjacent spacious master bedroom, you have a wall full of windows with a great eastern exposure. Great for waking up to a beautiful sunrise. There is plenty of room for furnishings as well as a King size bed if you choose. In the master bedroom you have a full bath and a separate closet where you will most likely need to buy more things in order to fill it. The condo fee includes ALL utilities and expanded basic cable and Internet. The building has just recently renovated and completed its entire gym and exercise facility, including a large community space with kitchen area for entertaining. Self parking is available to Academy House residents at the garage directly across the street or valet parking is available in the building's garage for an additional cost. Located in the middle of Center City, The Academy House is literally next door to The Academy of Music, close to all major means of transportation, world class restaurants, shopping and more. Please come look at this amazing space!
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,363
Year Built
- Built in 1977
HOA Fees
- $1,186 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,386 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Main Level Bedroom
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Outdoor Features
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, snow removal, trash
- High-Rise Condominium
- Academy House Community
- Rittenhouse Square Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot A289
- Assessor Parcel Number 888080494/888080492
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 24, 2018
Closed on
May 31, 2019
Sold by
Sahl Michelle J
Bought by
Maister Fredricka R
Seller's Agent
Damon Michels
KW Main Line - Narberth
Buyer's Agent
Joan Mozenter
Compass RE
List Price
$399,999
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,999
-2.5%
Total Days on Market
306
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,396
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 1995
Sold by
Cooper Leonard J
Bought by
Sahl Michelle J
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Similar Homes in Philadelphia, PA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maister Fredricka R | $390,000 | Goldstone Title Agency Llc | |
| Sahl Michelle J | $56,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2019 05/31/19 | Sold | $390,000 | -2.5% | $281 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2019 03/26/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2019 03/08/19 | For Sale | $399,999 | +2.6% | $289 / Sq Ft |
| 02/15/2019 02/15/19 | Off Market | $390,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/14/2018 11/14/18 | Price Changed | $399,999 | -4.5% | $289 / Sq Ft |
| 10/26/2018 10/26/18 | Price Changed | $419,000 | -2.3% | $302 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2018 10/10/18 | Price Changed | $429,000 | -4.5% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2018 06/20/18 | Price Changed | $449,000 | -5.5% | $324 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2018 05/24/18 | For Sale | $475,000 | -- | $343 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,952 | $433,700 | $34,600 | $399,100 |
| 2024 | $5,952 | $433,700 | $34,600 | $399,100 |
| 2023 | $5,952 | $425,200 | $34,000 | $391,200 |
| 2022 | $5,983 | $380,200 | $34,000 | $346,200 |
| 2021 | $6,613 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $6,613 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $6,053 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,818 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,818 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,450 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $175,000 | $4,900 | $170,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $17,568 | $681 | $16,887 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Damon Michels
Seller's Agent in 2019
Damon Michels
KW Main Line - Narberth
(610) 668-3400
11 in this area
640 Total Sales
-
Stephen Goldstein
S
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Stephen Goldstein
KW Main Line - Narberth
(610) 960-8462
1 in this area
67 Total Sales
-
Joan Mozenter
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Joan Mozenter
Compass RE
(267) 435-8015
1 in this area
36 Total Sales
About Academy House
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1001580238
APN: 888800388
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.
Listing information is from various brokers who participate in the Bright MLS IDX program and not all listings may be visible on the site.
The property information being provided on or through the website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and such information 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 the website may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold or are no longer being offered for sale.
Property information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
Copyright 2025 Bright MLS, Inc.
Nearby Homes
- 1420 Locust St Unit 13D
- 1420 Locust St Unit 14K
- 1420 Locust St Unit 24N
- 1420 Locust St Unit 33D
- 1420 Locust St Unit 17R
- 1420 Locust St Unit 24J
- 1420 Locust St Unit 8C
- 1420 Locust St Unit 29J
- 1420 Locust St Unit 6Q
- 1420 Locust St Unit 35MO
- 1420 Locust St Unit 20G
- 1420 Locust St Unit 14P
- 1420 Locust St Unit 6N
- 1420 Locust St Unit 31D
- 1420 Locust St Unit 10C
- 1420 Locust St Unit 27P
- 1420 Locust St Unit 24O
- 1420 Locust St Unit 32E
- 1420 Locust St Unit 15Q
- 1420 Locust St Unit 23H
- 1420 Locust St Unit 6A/6C
- 1420 Locust St
- 1420 Locust St Unit 16D/B
- 1420 Locust St Unit 200
- 1420 Locust St Unit 1A
- 1420 Locust St Unit R1B3
- 1420 Locust St Unit 28H
- 1420 Locust St Unit 10D
- 1420 Locust St Unit 35H
- 1420 Locust St Unit 12O
- 1420 Locust St Unit 10N
- 1420 Locust St Unit 25H
- 1420 Locust St Unit 15B
- 1420 Locust St Unit 24I
- 1420 Locust St Unit 10O
- 1420 Locust St Unit 34C
- 1420 Locust St Unit 25E
- 1420 Locust St Unit 7I
- 1420 Locust St Unit 27Q
- 1420 Locust St Unit 24E