$258,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2025

Academy House 1420 Locust St Unit 31O Philadelphia, PA 19102

Rittenhouse Square Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
726 Sq Ft
$686/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$355 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • 1-minute walk to 15Th-16Th & Locust St
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • City View
  • Guest Suites
  • Meeting Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

Spectacular see forever views from this sunny and bright one bedroom unit on the 31st floor of Academy House. Southern exposure, Juliet balcony, excellent closet space, and no carpet. LVP flooring throughout with ceramic tile in the bathroom. Granite counters and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, with a pass through to the living / dining area. Parking garage attached to the building with reduced monthly rates for residents. Amenities include 24/7 doorman, excellent security, on site management office, sundeck, gym, fitness center, indoor pool, sauna, state of the art equipment, outdoor Terrace level parklike space, community room, and more, all with an amazing Center City location convenient to Rittenhouse Square, Broad Street, dining, shopping, and all that the city has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bernard Faigenbaum

(215) 569-9000 bernard@faigenbaum.com Bernard D Faigenbaum Real Estate Broker License #SB065493 Listed on: 06/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Friedrich

(215) 820-8300 friedrich@allandomb.com Allan Domb Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,993

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • Downtown Location
  • North Facing Home
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $686 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Assigned Parking Garage Space

Property Views

  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Entry on the 31st floor
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 726 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Tile or Brick
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Elevator Installed
  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 537
  • Assessor Parcel Number 888080775

Community Details

Overview

  • $3,975 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include air conditioning, common area maintenance, electricity, exterior building maintenance, health club, management, pool(s), sauna, sewer, snow removal, trash, water
  • $73 Other Monthly Fees
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Academy House Condos
  • Academy House Community
  • Center City Subdivision
  • Property Manager

Amenities

  • Meeting Room
  • Party Room
  • Guest Suites
  • 4 Elevators

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Security

  • Security Service

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,993

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$686 per month

Parking

100

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
  • Architectural Style: Unit/Flat
  • Accessibility Features: Elevator, No Stairs
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, dishwasher, range, washer/dryer, microwave - all appliances in "as is" condition with no monetary value
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 6/19/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: Spectacular see forever views from this sunny and bright one bedroom unit on the 31st floor of Academy House. Southern exposure, Juliet balcony, excellent closet space, and no carpet. LVP flooring throughout with ceramic tile in the bathroom. Granite counters and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, with a pass through to the living / dining area. Parking garage attached to the building with reduced monthly rates for residents. Amenities include 24/7 doorman, excellent security, on site management office, sundeck, gym, fitness center, indoor pool, sauna, state of the art equipment, outdoor Terrace level parklike space, community room, and more, all with an amazing Center City location convenient to Rittenhouse Square, Broad Street, dining, shopping, and all that the city has to offer.
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Entry Floor: 31
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Tile/Brick
  • Fireplace: No
  • Elevators Count: 4
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Floors In Unit Count: 1
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 726
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 726
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 365.01
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 726
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1420

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Roof: Unknown
  • View: City, Scenic Vista
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 100.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 100
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Garage
  • Parking Garage Number Of Spaces: 100

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Electric Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable, Fiber Optic, Broadband

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 685.92
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Name: Academy House
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Elevator, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Guest Suites, Meeting Room, Party Room, Pool - Indoor, Security
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Ext Bldg Maint, Health Club, Management, Pool(s), Sauna, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No
  • Community Pool Features: Indoor, Lap/Exercise

Fee Information

  • Other Fees: 72.50
  • Other Fees Frequency: Monthly
  • Capital Contribution Fee: 3975.00

Schools

  • School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District Key: 803408593408
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Land Use Code: 590
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: CMX5

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: Yes

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2236.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3993.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 888080775
  • Tax Lot: 537
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 726
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Close Date: 07/31/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2025
Closed on
Jul 31, 2025
Sold by
Faigenbaum Bernard D
Bought by
Li Rong
Seller's Agent
Bernard Faigenbaum
Bernard D Faigenbaum Real Estate Broker
Buyer's Agent
Paul Friedrich
Allan Domb Real Estate
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$258,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-2.64%
Views
6

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.47%
Original Mortgage
$180,600
Outstanding Balance
$180,600
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$81,282

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 1986
Bought by
Faigenbaum Bernard D
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $258,000 Aglobal Land Transfer
Deed $75,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $180,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Sold $258,000 -2.6% $355 / Sq Ft
06/29/2025 06/29/25 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Sale $265,000 -- $365 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3,698 $285,300 $22,700 $262,600
2024 $3,698 $285,300 $22,700 $262,600
2023 $3,698 $264,200 $21,100 $243,100
2022 $3,698 $264,200 $21,100 $243,100
2021 $4,110 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,110 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,110 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,574 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,574 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,108 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,975 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $222,000 $6,800 $215,200
2012 -- $22,336 $1,116 $21,220
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Bernard Faigenbaum

    Bernard D Faigenbaum Real Estate Broker

    (215) 569-9000

    3 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Bernard Faigenbaum
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Paul Friedrich

    Allan Domb Real Estate

    (215) 820-8300

    8 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Paul Friedrich
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About Academy House

Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2490310

Bright MLS

APN: 888080775

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19102 Rittenhouse Square

1420 Locust St Unit 31O, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1420 Locust St Unit 31O, Philadelphia, PA 19102 and is currently priced at $258,000, approximately $355 per square foot. This property was built in 1977. 1420 Locust St Unit 31O is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Albert M Greenfield School, Benjamin Franklin High School, and Independence Charter School.

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