237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
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Description
The residence features high ceilings, inlaid and herringbone hardwood floors, detailed millwork, designer lighting, and oversized windows on...Experience refined living in this exceptional five-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bathroom residence at The Barclay, a distinguished full-service condominium in Rittenhouse Square. This nearly 5,000-square-foot home blends classic prewar architecture with modern amenities, offering a versatile layout that accommodates both elegant entertaining and everyday comfort.
The residence features high ceilings, inlaid and herringbone hardwood floors, detailed millwork, designer lighting, and oversized windows on all four sides. A welcoming foyer and expansive entry gallery set a sophisticated tone, complemented by practical coat closets and a stylish powder room.
The formal living room, with custom cabinetry and a fireplace, provides picturesque views of Rittenhouse Square. The adjacent formal dining room boasts built-in features, designer window and wall coverings, and historic architectural details. Two archways lead to a second living area, ideal for a music room or library.
The kitchen, with its park views, is designed for both cooking and gathering. It includes custom Joanne Hudson cabinetry, granite counters, a large center island, and upscale stainless steel appliances, such as a Sub-Zero refrigerator, vented gas range, wall ovens, warming drawer, two dishwashers, and a built-in microwave. A guest suite off the kitchen offers a private bathroom, closet, and tree-top views.
The bedroom wing, accessible through double doors from the foyer, includes a spacious owner's retreat with a private sitting room, a large bedroom with two bathrooms (one with a soaking tub and shower), and extensive closet space. Three additional suites, each with private baths and closets, include one that serves as a sophisticated office with custom bookshelves and a built-in desk.
Additional features include a service entry with ample storage, a large laundry room with cabinets, another closet, and a wine refrigerator. A small fifth bedroom suite, connecting to both the bedroom wing and service hall, can function as a secondary office or staff room.
The home benefits from central HVAC and radiant heating, and integrated speakers enhance its comfort.
The Barclay, a neo-Adam brick and limestone landmark built in 1928 by J.E.R. Carpenter, originally an upscale hotel and converted to condominiums in 1999, offers residents a regal lobby, concierge service, on-site management, a fitness center, access to a chauffeur-driven Mercedes S-Class, and Stephen Starr's Barclay Prime steakhouse. Located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, it provides easy access to the park, premier shopping, dining, and Philadelphia's historic sites and cultural institutions.
Listing Agent
- lavinia.smerconish@compass.com
P: (610)-547-6637
Property Details for 237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
Property Details for 237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2395004 |
| Days on Market | 84 |
| Taxes | $38,343 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | $3,787 / month |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1929 |
| County | Philadelphia County |
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Building Information for 237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
Property Information for 237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
- School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- School District County ID: 300200397108
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19103 (19103)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Management, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
- HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Concierge, Elevator, Fitness Center, Other
- Senior Community: No
- Capital Contribution Amount: $7,574
- Type of Condo: Condo/Coop Association
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Assessed Value: $2,739,200
- Zoning: RMX3
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Number Limit, Case by Case Basis
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 5
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 7
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 6
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
- Stories: Main
- Total Finished SQFT: 4,925.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total SQFT: 4,925.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-6, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 6
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 1426438
- Additional Parcels: No
- Type Of Parking: None
- Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Elevator, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Wet/Dry Bar
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 2
- Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Accessibility Features: None
- Door Features: Double Entry
- Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiant
- Heating Fuel: Other
- Hot Water: Other
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
Property History for 237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
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Public Records for 237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
Schools near 237 South 18th Street, Unit 5BC
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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| Public - | K to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Greenfield Albert M School PublicK to 8 | ||
Franklin Benjamin High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Creative And Performing Arts Public9 to 12 | ||
Academy At Palumbo Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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