Academy House 1420 Locust St Unit 17R Philadelphia, PA 19102
Rittenhouse Square Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
717
Sq Ft
$614/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- 1-minute walk to 15Th-16Th & Locust St
- Elevator
- Contemporary Architecture
- Community Indoor Pool
- Central Air
About This Home
As of June 2022NEWLY REMODELED AND ULTRA-MODERN UNIT AVAILABLE. MOVE-IN READY. This sunny, south facing one bedroom in Academy House is the epitome of ultra-modern, high rise living. This home has over $50,000 invested in stunning renovations. From the entry foyer straight through to the living room and bedroom, there is new flooring throughout. The kitchen has been completely opened with a center island. Brand new appliances throughout. Having a kitchen window in this corner unit makes it a truly rare find in the Academy House. How great to be in your kitchen and be looking right through your living room through the floor to ceiling sliding doors and out to the gorgeous daytime and nighttime views overlooking the glass domed Kimmel Center. The crisp gray and white bathroom now has a stall shower, gorgeous custom tiling and a washer/dryer. Academy House is a 24 hour door person building with a newly renovated fitness center including two endless pools. All utilities are included. The building offers monthly rental valet parking. Come see why Academy House, just three blocks from Rittenhouse Square, is one of the best values around.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square Listed on: 09/09/2021
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,035
Year Built
- Built in 1977
HOA Fees
- $614 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 717 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating Available
- Private Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 228
- Assessor Parcel Number 888080526
Community Details
Overview
- $1,842 Capital Contribution Fee
- Association fees include air conditioning, common area maintenance, electricity, health club, heat, sewer, snow removal, water, trash
- $65 Other Monthly Fees
- High-Rise Condominium
- Academy House Subdivision
Amenities
- Elevator
Recreation
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 9, 2021
Closed on
Jun 1, 2022
Sold by
Neil Doshi
Bought by
Bhasin Ajay
Seller's Agent
Johanna Loke
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Buyer's Agent
Sharyn Soliman
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$278,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-4.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.86%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 28, 2018
Closed on
Apr 23, 2019
Sold by
Bruskoff Bruce L
Bought by
Doshi Neil
Seller's Agent
Allan Domb
Allan Domb Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sean Kaplan
Compass RE
List Price
$309,900
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-12.88%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.95%
Original Mortgage
$256,500
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2007
Sold by
Houston Dorine S
Bought by
Bruskoff Bruce L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $278,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $270,000 | Commonwealth Res Ttl Llc | |
| Deed | $220,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $261,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $256,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $176,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $105,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | Price Changed | $279,900 | -3.4% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | For Sale | $289,900 | +4.3% | $404 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2022 06/01/22 | Sold | $278,000 | -4.1% | $388 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2022 04/08/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/19/2022 02/19/22 | For Sale | $289,900 | 0.0% | $404 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2022 02/12/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/18/2022 01/18/22 | Price Changed | $289,900 | -3.4% | $404 / Sq Ft |
| 10/19/2021 10/19/21 | Price Changed | $300,000 | -7.7% | $418 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2021 09/09/21 | For Sale | $325,000 | +20.4% | $453 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2019 05/01/19 | Sold | $270,000 | -5.2% | $377 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2019 03/20/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/06/2018 11/06/18 | Price Changed | $284,900 | -8.1% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2018 09/18/18 | Price Changed | $309,900 | +1.6% | $432 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2018 09/18/18 | Price Changed | $304,900 | -1.6% | $425 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2018 03/28/18 | For Sale | $309,900 | -- | $432 / 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 | $3,632 | $241,700 | $19,300 | $222,400 |
| 2024 | $3,632 | $241,700 | $19,300 | $222,400 |
| 2023 | $3,632 | $259,500 | $20,800 | $238,700 |
| 2022 | $3,406 | $214,500 | $20,800 | $193,700 |
| 2021 | $4,036 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,036 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,036 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,509 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,509 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,052 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,921 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $218,000 | $6,700 | $211,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $21,888 | $1,189 | $20,699 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Allan Domb
Seller's Agent in 2025
Allan Domb
Allan Domb Real Estate
(215) 545-1500
185 in this area
400 Total Sales
-
Johanna Loke
Seller's Agent in 2022
Johanna Loke
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 350-0922
78 in this area
192 Total Sales
-
Jody Dimitruk
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Jody Dimitruk
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 480-4964
76 in this area
187 Total Sales
-
Sharyn Soliman
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Sharyn Soliman
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
(267) 625-7568
1 in this area
379 Total Sales
-
Sean Kaplan
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Sean Kaplan
Compass RE
(215) 888-4898
6 in this area
113 Total Sales
-
Jill Seidman
J
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Jill Seidman
JMG Pennsylvania
(215) 206-5854
30 Total Sales
About Academy House
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2026718
APN: 888080526
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