$280,000
SOLD MAY 17, 2013

William Penn House 1919 Chestnut St Unit 1520 Philadelphia, PA 19103

Center City West Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,134 Sq Ft
$798/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$247 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Pool
  • 3-minute walk to 19Th Street
  • Living Room
  • Balcony
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4-minute walk to John F. Collins Park

About This Home

As of November 2024

Spacious 2 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath, w/balcony, 1134 Square Ft, facing north CO-OP unit with tons of closet space on the 15th floor in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. The William Penn House has 24-hour Security, 24-hour Doorman, On-Site Management, On-Site Maintenance, Amazing Rooftop 25-meter Swimming Pool w/breathtaking views, Complete Fitness Center, On-Premises VALET PARKING available for $80 per month, THE MONTHLY FEE INCLUDES ALMOST EVERYTHING: All Utilities including electric, heat, air conditioning, water & basic cable, All Real Estate Taxes & Maintenance Package. This unit has a Washer and Dryer in unit, & newer top-of-the-line windows. This spectacular building has NEVER HAD AN ASSESSMENT! Nominal real estate transfer tax & no title insurance required. Experience the ability to walk out your door to first class, 4-star restaurants, fabulous shopping & all the conveniences of this sought after neighborhood. 30 YEAR FIXED MORTGAGE NOW AVAILABLE w 20% DOWN PAYMENT REQUIRED. WPH has a 98 Walkscore!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Damon Michels

KW Main Line - Narberth License #AB067731 Listed on: 03/14/2013

KW Main Line - Narberth

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeff Block

Compass RE License #AB065556

Compass RE

Property Details

Home Type

  • Co-Op

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • North Facing Home
  • Property is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $798 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Lot
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,134 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include pool(s), common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, appliance maintenance, lawn maintenance, snow removal, trash, electricity, heat, water, sewer, insurance, management, alarm system
  • 600 Units
  • Built by FRANKEL
  • Rittenhouse Square Subdivision

Recreation

Property Details

Home Type

Co-Op

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$798 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Ownership: Cooperative
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Remarks Public: Spacious 2 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath, w/balcony, 1134 Square Ft, facing north CO-OP unit with tons of closet space on the 15th floor in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. The William Penn House has 24-hour Security, 24-hour Doorman, On-Site Management, On-Site Maintenance, Amazing Rooftop 25-meter Swimming Pool w/breathtaking views, Complete Fitness Center, On-Premises VALET PARKING available for $80 per month, THE MONTHLY FEE INCLUDES ALMOST EVERYTHING: All Utilities including electric, heat, air conditioning, water & basic cable, All Real Estate Taxes & Maintenance Package. This unit has a Washer and Dryer in unit, & newer top-of-the-line windows. This spectacular building has NEVER HAD AN ASSESSMENT! Nominal real estate transfer tax & no title insurance required. Experience the ability to walk out your door to first class, 4-star restaurants, fabulous shopping & all the conveniences of this sought after neighborhood. 30 YEAR FIXED MORTGAGE NOW AVAILABLE w 20% DOWN PAYMENT REQUIRED. WPH has a 98 Walkscore!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Coop

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Floors In Unit Count: 15
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1134
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1134
  • Net Sq Ft: 1134.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 263.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1134
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1919

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 798.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Additional Association Fees: Pool, Health, Parking, Hot Water
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Swimming Pool
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Pool(s), Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Appliance Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Electricity, Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Management, Alarm System
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Roof, Balcony
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Building Info

  • Builder Name: FRANKEL

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 00000
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 05/17/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Sold $462,500 -2.6% $408 / Sq Ft
09/06/2024 09/06/24 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2024 08/21/24 For Sale $475,000 +10.8% $419 / Sq Ft
10/02/2017 10/02/17 Sold $428,750 -2.0% $378 / Sq Ft
08/22/2017 08/22/17 Pending -- -- --
08/17/2017 08/17/17 For Sale $437,500 +56.3% $386 / Sq Ft
05/17/2013 05/17/13 Sold $280,000 -6.4% $247 / Sq Ft
04/18/2013 04/18/13 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2013 03/14/13 For Sale $299,000 -- $264 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeff Block

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Jeff Block

    Compass RE

    (215) 833-7088

    11 in this area

    484 Total Sales

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  • Erin Thompson

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Erin Thompson

    Compass RE

    (610) 724-5702

    1 in this area

    100 Total Sales

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  • Damon Michels

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Damon Michels

    KW Main Line - Narberth

    (610) 668-3400

    123 in this area

    653 Total Sales

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About William Penn House

Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003620953

Bright MLS

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19103 Center City West

1919 Chestnut St Unit 1520, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1919 Chestnut St Unit 1520, Philadelphia, PA 19103 and is currently priced at $280,000, approximately $246 per square foot. This property was built in 1966. 1919 Chestnut St Unit 1520 is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Albert M Greenfield School, Benjamin Franklin High School, and Russell Byers Charter School.

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