231 Spruce Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

$1,695,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,400 Sq. Ft.
$499 / Sq. Ft.
3,400
Sq. Ft.
$499
per Sq. Ft.

Description

As featured in the book “Restoring a House in the City”; Historic charm meets modern luxury at 231 Spruce Street in Philadelphia’s exclusive Society Hill neighborhood. This beautifully reimagined home, with its 20' width, boasts large-paned windows that flood all four floors with southern light, illuminating its 3,400+ square feet. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a spacious bonus room with a wet bar and custom shelving, this home offers gracious living at its finest.
A harmonious blend of
...As featured in the book “Restoring a House in the City”; Historic charm meets modern luxury at 231 Spruce Street in Philadelphia’s exclusive Society Hill neighborhood. This beautifully reimagined home, with its 20' width, boasts large-paned windows that flood all four floors with southern light, illuminating its 3,400+ square feet. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a spacious bonus room with a wet bar and custom shelving, this home offers gracious living at its finest.

A harmonious blend of contemporary design and historic elements, the home underwent a thoughtful renovation a few years into the 21st century. The expansive living room retains its original pine floors (throughout) and a King of Prussia marble fireplace with a Mercer tile surround. This space flows seamlessly into an elevated dining room, which boasts a large skylight and double French doors with phantom screens that open to a meticulously maintained side garden.

The bright, spacious eat-in and renovated kitchen, features top of the line appliances, cabinetry, a panoramic paned-glass window overlooking the rear garden, is perfect for culinary enthusiasts and includes a door to the patio for outdoor grilling. Discretely located nearby are doors to a charming powder room and access to a finished basement with a tiled wine cellar, large cedar closet, and ample storage.

The second floor is home to the luxurious primary suite, which includes its own washer and dryer, two cedar-lined walk-in closets, and an elegant ensuite bath adorned with artistically set Italian Bisazza mosaic tiles, dual sinks, a double shower with dual rain shower heads, and a uniquely positioned soaking tub. A secondary bedroom is also located on this floor.

The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a spa-like hall bathroom, while the top floor features a spacious bonus room with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, providing a tranquil retreat.

Your 1-year prepaid parking is just down the street.

Lastly, 231 Spruce is centrally located near public transportation, Philadelphia’s historic district, and the finest restaurants and shops in the city making it the perfect blend of historic elegance and modern convenience. Your search ends here!

Listing Agent

  1. Fred Manfred

    Fred Manfred

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    fred.manfred@compass.com

    P: (215)-687-8687

Property Details for 231 Spruce Street

Ownership
Fee Simple
Structure Type
Row/Townhouse
Subdivision
Society Hill
Subdivision
Society Hill (PHILADELPHIA PA)
Total Parking Spaces
1
Above Grade Finished SQFT
3,400.00

Amenities

  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Private Patio
  • Renovated Kitchen
LISTING UPDATED: 01/10/2025 10:50 AM

Property Details for 231 Spruce Street

StatusComing Soon
Days on Market-
Taxes$15,991 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS Type-
Year Built-
ViewsNone
Architectural Style-
Lot Size-
CountyPhiladelphia County
Buyer's Agent Compensation3%

Building Information for 231 Spruce Street

Senior CommunityNoLevels / Stories-WaterfrontNoWaterfront Features-

Property Information for 231 Spruce Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • MLS Area: 19106 (19106)
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,400.00
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1

Property History for 231 Spruce Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 231 Spruce Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$15,424 ($1,285 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,287 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,287 SqFtStories4Lot Size1,376 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1800ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN05-1-1389-00

Schools near 231 Spruce Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
McCall Gen George A School
PublicK to 8

Franklin Benjamin High School
Public9 to 12

Constitution High School
Public9 to 12

Academy At Palumbo
Public9 to 12

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