$275,000
SOLD AUG 1, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
717 Sq Ft
$753/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$384 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • 1-minute walk to 15Th-16Th & Locust St
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Meeting Room

About This Home

As of August 2025

Perched high above the bustling city below, 34 R Academy House offers a serene retreat with breathtaking, unobstructed southern views of the skyline and the Delaware River. This meticulously maintained home exudes care and attention to detail from the moment you step inside. The ceilings have been beautifully smoothed to remove the popcorn finish, creating a modern, airy atmosphere. The renovated kitchen features a charming window, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom lighting, and tasteful accents.
The spacious living and dining areas boast sliding doors that open to a Juliet balcony, perfect for taking in the scenic vistas. The bedroom also offers the same stunning views, while the well-appointed bathroom includes a stall shower, a shower seat, elegant tilework, and an in-unit washer and dryer for convenience.
Academy House is a full-service building with 24/7 concierge, a state-of-the-art fitness center, two infinity pools, and two outdoor seating areas. The garage offers monthly valet parking, and the condo fee includes cable and internet. Discover what city living is truly about at this exceptional residence. Condo Fee listed includes internet/cable.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jody Dimitruk

(215) 480-4964 jody@jodydimitruk.com BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square Listed on: 06/03/2025

BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

Co-Listed By

Johanna Loke

(215) 350-0922 johanna@johannaloke.com BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Kyle

(484) 437-2369 kate@phillyhomegirls.com Elfant Wissahickon Realtors License #RS345857

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,383

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

HOA Fees

  • $753 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Parking Lot

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 34th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • 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
  • Back Up Electric Heat Pump System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 241
  • Assessor Parcel Number 888080832

Community Details

Overview

  • $4,200 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include cable TV, common area maintenance, cook fee, electricity, exterior building maintenance, health club, heat, pest control, sewer, snow removal, trash, water
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Academy House Subdivision

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Meeting Room
  • Elevator

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,383

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$753 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Perched high above the bustling city below, 34 R Academy House offers a serene retreat with breathtaking, unobstructed southern views of the skyline and the Delaware River. This meticulously maintained home exudes care and attention to detail from the moment you step inside. The ceilings have been beautifully smoothed to remove the popcorn finish, creating a modern, airy atmosphere. The renovated kitchen features a charming window, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom lighting, and tasteful accents. The spacious living and dining areas boast sliding doors that open to a Juliet balcony, perfect for taking in the scenic vistas. The bedroom also offers the same stunning views, while the well-appointed bathroom includes a stall shower, a shower seat, elegant tilework, and an in-unit washer and dryer for convenience. Academy House is a full-service building with 24/7 concierge, a state-of-the-art fitness center, two infinity pools, and two outdoor seating areas. The garage offers monthly valet parking, and the condo fee includes cable and internet. Discover what city living is truly about at this exceptional residence. Condo Fee listed includes internet/cable.
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Entry Floor: 34
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 717
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 717
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 390.52
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 717
  • 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, Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump - Electric Backup
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 753.41
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Concierge, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Meeting Room, Pool - Indoor
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Cable Tv, Common Area Maintenance, Cook Fee, Electricity, Ext Bldg Maint, Health Club, Heat, Pest Control, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Capital Contribution Fee: 4200.00

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 590
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: CMX5

Rental Info

  • Pets: Cats Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1894.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3383.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 888080832
  • Tax Lot: 241
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 717
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 08/01/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2025
Closed on
Jul 10, 2025
Sold by
Gallagher Katherine M
Bought by
Spandorfer Ellen
Seller's Agent
Jody Dimitruk
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Buyer's Agent
Kate Kyle
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
List Price
$280,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.79%
Views
12

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1998
Sold by
Walsh Reverend John M
Bought by
Gallagher Katherine M

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 1996
Sold by
Walsh Reverend John M
Bought by
Walsh Reverend John M and Gallagher Katherine M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $275,000 Class Abstract
Deed $59,590 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $40,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $40,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $13,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $35,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Sold $275,000 -1.8% $384 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2025 06/03/25 For Sale $280,000 -- $391 / 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 $3,915 $241,700 $19,300 $222,400
2024 $3,915 $241,700 $19,300 $222,400
2023 $3,915 $279,700 $22,400 $257,300
2022 $3,721 $234,700 $22,400 $212,300
2021 $4,351 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,351 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,351 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,364 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,784 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,870 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $235,000 $6,700 $228,300
2012 -- $23,584 $1,197 $22,387
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2481278

Bright MLS

APN: 888080832