247 S Van Pelt St Philadelphia, PA 19103
Rittenhouse Square NeighborhoodEstimated payment $12,694/month
Total Views
4,017
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,297
Sq Ft
$871
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Carriage House
- No HOA
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Fitler Square Park
About This Home
Tasteful, Elegant Carriage Home on a storybook block in Rittenhouse Square. Meticulous, thoughtful renovation that left no detail unconsidered. Tiled entry hall and full bedroom and bath suite on the ground floor. This flexible space is a wonderful guest suite or fold up the Murphy bed and use this area as a den or office. A garage with two car lift as well as plenty of storage completes this floor.
The second floor reveals the perfect entertaining space. This is truly a great room with wide plank white oak floors and dramatic oversized steel casement windows front and rear bathe this floor with light from its East and West exposures. True Chef’s kitchen features custom wood cabinetry, Honed superwhite quartzite countertops, Liebherr Refrigerator, 5 burner Bosch cooktop, Miele built in coffee system.
On the third floor is the primary suite with a large marble bath, soaking tub, frameless glass double shower, double sink vanity and radiant heated floors. The Bedroom has a built-in bed with night stands, a wall of custom cabinetry and a walk-in closet with full size stacking laundry. Access to the rear deck is at this level as well. The home has a sound system and intercom with video plus 2 zone HVAC. In addition to all the shopping, theatre and restaurants of Rittenhouse Square the property is 3 blocks to the Schuylkill River Park and Trail. Easy access to 30th Street AMTRAK station, Routes 676, 76 , 95 and the Philadelphia International Airport.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,818
Year Built
- Built in 1871
Lot Details
- 1,030 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 20.00 x 52.00
- West Facing Home
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- Carriage House
- Slab Foundation
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 2,297 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Sound System
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Partially Carpeted
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Rittenhouse Square Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 124
- Assessor Parcel Number 082193900
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $21,668 | $1,558,700 | $311,740 | $1,246,960 |
| 2024 | $21,668 | $1,558,700 | $311,740 | $1,246,960 |
| 2023 | $10,574 | $1,547,900 | $309,580 | $1,238,320 |
| 2022 | $10,574 | $755,375 | $309,580 | $445,795 |
| 2021 | $9,442 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $9,442 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $9,137 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $6,482 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,482 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $5,223 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $36,456 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $373,100 | $67,465 | $305,635 |
| 2012 | -- | $64,000 | $7,529 | $56,471 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | For Sale | $2,000,000 | +196.3% | $871 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2012 02/09/12 | Sold | $675,000 | -6.9% | $359 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2012 01/04/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/21/2011 11/21/11 | For Sale | $725,000 | -- | $386 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $675,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $644,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $360,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $45,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2495752
APN: 082193900
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