NOT LISTED FOR SALE

279 S 4th St Philadelphia, PA 19106

Society Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,755,518 - $2,069,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,445 Sq Ft
$539/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 22, 2022

Last sale price $1,746,650 $507 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,656/month

Highlights

  • Federal Architecture
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 1-minute walk to Delancey Park

About This Home

As of February 2022

One of the largest, finest, most beautifully-appointed historic homes in the Society Hill section of
Philadelphia, this 1805 Federal-style, five-story townhouse is on the market for the first time
since 1996. With 5 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, a living room and a dining room with 12’ ceilings and
period brass chandeliers, a magnificent 2nd floor library with a 12’ silver-leaf ceiling, six
fireplaces throughout the house, an airy kitchen, breakfast room and quiet family oasis with
cathedral ceilings overlooking a shady, bricked and landscaped garden, a large and functional
basement with a laundry and storage room, a large project area with storage closets and
utilities with a possible wine cellar, and private, secure parking, the property will be attractive to parties
whose priorities are taste, elegance, comfort, convenience, and proximity to Philadelphia’s rich
cultural offerings.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Joslin

(215) 219-7894 joslin@ewrhomes.com Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square License #RS148458A Listed on: 05/21/2021

Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square

Last Buyer's Agent

Allan Domb

(215) 545-1500 domb@allandomb.com Allan Domb Real Estate License #RB043135A

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,028

Year Built

  • Built in 1810

Lot Details

  • 1,826 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 22.00 x 83.00
  • West Facing Home
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding
  • Masonry
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3.5 Levels
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Parking Space
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Private Parking
  • Lighted Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Parking Fee
  • Secure Parking
  • Fenced Parking

Schools

  • Gen. George A. Mccall Elementary And Middle School
  • Horace Furness High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Multi-Tank Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 131
  • Assessor Parcel Number 051070100

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Society Hill Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,028

Year Built

Built in 1810

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: All light fixtures, washer and dryer, blinds, refrigerator, dining room mirror over mantle
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3
  • Expected On Market: 2021-05-21
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1810
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplaces Count: 6
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 3.5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 4245
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3445
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 529.75
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3445
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 800
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 800
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 3 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 3 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, Brick, Stone, Stucco
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Fenced, Lighted Parking, Parking Fee, Private, Secure Parking, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot
  • Parking Lot Number Of Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Multi-Tank, Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: GEN. GEORGE A. MCCALL SCHOOL
  • High School: HORACE FURNESS
  • Middle Or Junior School: GEN. GEORGE A. MCCALL SCHOOL

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 1051550.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 450650.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 22.00 x 83.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1826.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: RM1

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 905106
  • School Tax: 11538.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 21028.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 051070100
  • Tax Lot: 131
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 1997
Sold by
Ackerman A Bernard
Bought by
Bennison Charles E and Bennison Joan R
Current Estimated Value
$1,857,130
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bennison Charles E $500,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/22/2022 02/22/22 Sold $1,746,650 -4.3% $507 / Sq Ft
01/30/2022 01/30/22 Price Changed $1,825,000 -13.1% $530 / Sq Ft
12/05/2021 12/05/21 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2021 05/21/21 For Sale $2,100,000 -- $610 / 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 $23,221 $1,699,400 $339,880 $1,359,520
2024 $23,221 $1,699,400 $339,880 $1,359,520
2023 $23,221 $1,658,900 $331,780 $1,327,120
2022 $20,398 $1,613,900 $331,780 $1,282,120
2021 $21,028 $0 $0 $0
2020 $21,028 $0 $0 $0
2019 $20,349 $0 $0 $0
2018 $17,229 $0 $0 $0
2017 $17,229 $0 $0 $0
2016 $16,809 $0 $0 $0
2015 $16,091 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $1,230,800 $121,064 $1,109,736
2012 -- $146,688 $26,501 $120,187
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Karen Joslin

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Karen Joslin

    Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square

    (215) 219-7894

    8 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Karen Joslin
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  • Allan Domb

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Allan Domb

    Allan Domb Real Estate

    (215) 545-1500

    83 in this area

    409 Total Sales

    Allan Domb
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH1014028

Bright MLS

APN: 051070100

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19106 Society Hill

279 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA

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