781 South 2nd Street

Philadelphia, PA 19147

$4,600
Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
2,200 Sq. Ft.
$25 / Sq. Ft.
2,200
Sq. Ft.
$25
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Designer like 150+year-old home known as "The Castle in Candle Court" is one of Philly's most unique homes in a garden courtyard setting. This home was completely remodeled just six years ago. It features 2200 Sq. Ft, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 2 spacious outdoor decks and 1 car deeded gated parking. It offers open loft-like dramatic space. Perfect for the art collector. The large and inviting foyer opens into a 28-foot living room with soaring 22-foot ceilings with a huge skylight. A formal dining room...Designer like 150+year-old home known as "The Castle in Candle Court" is one of Philly's most unique homes in a garden courtyard setting. This home was completely remodeled just six years ago. It features 2200 Sq. Ft, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 2 spacious outdoor decks and 1 car deeded gated parking. It offers open loft-like dramatic space. Perfect for the art collector. The large and inviting foyer opens into a 28-foot living room with soaring 22-foot ceilings with a huge skylight. A formal dining room with cozy sitting nook + a set of atrium doors opening onto the walk out two-level deck (perfect for dining al fresco). The eat in kitchen offers lots of cabinetry, high end appliances, copper backsplash, plus a large island and opens onto the deck overlooking the gardens. This first level is accented with good closet space, designer lighting, old Spanish tiles, hardwood floors, powder room, a comfortable family room with fireplace, a 15-foot window (with custom electric shade) allowing wonderful natural light + multiple large walls for art. The finished lower level makes for an office or den, and also has laundry, mechanicals and storage. The impressive wide floating stairs to the second level introduces you to the den/study/second bedroom. The main suite features high cathedral ceilings, reclaimed wood beams, closets and an arched door which opens onto a Juliet balcony overlooking the cobblestone walk. The spa-like master bath has an oversized walk-in sunken shower, a separate soaking tub, granite topped vanity with 2 sinks + extra closets and storage space and private toilet room. The atrium door on this level opens onto the wonderful large deck (perfect for morning coffee or evening snacks). This Jewel has been freshly painted inside and out. ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD QUEEN VILLAGE: Either you found it by thorough research or plain luck. It is the best. Also found in the Blue-Ribbon School Meredith Catchment.
  1. Listed by Patrick M Conway • BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
    P: (215)-266-1537 patrick@conwayteam.com

Property Details for 781 South 2nd Street

Tax ID Number
022126340
Ownership
Other
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
End of Row/Townhouse
Style
Other
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 10/31/2024 04:19 PM

Property Details for 781 South 2nd Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2407854
Days on Market49
Rental Incentives-
Available Date12/01/2024
Lease Term-
Furnished-
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Other
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.02 AC / 669 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Building Information for 781 South 2nd Street

Building/Complex781 S 2nd StFloor-Stories2Residences-Pet Policy-Year Built1915Lot Size0.02 AC / 669 SF

Property Information for 781 South 2nd Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MEREDITH WILLIAM (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19147 (19147)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Date Available: 12-01-2024
  • Security Deposit: $4,600
  • Minimum Lease in Months: 12
  • Maximum Lease in Months: 24
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Case by Case Basis
  • Smoking Allowed: No
  • Rent Spree Online Application: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,200.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 27.50 x 24.33
  • Parcel ID: 887294
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Other, Parking Lot
  • Parking Lot - # of Spaces: 1
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Secure Parking
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Skylight(s), Bathroom - Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 781 South 2nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Schools near 781 South 2nd 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
Meredith William M School
PublicK to 8

Furness Horace High School
Public9 to 12

Academy At Palumbo
Public9 to 12

Constitution High School
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.

781 South 2nd Street is available for rent in Philadelphia, PA 19147. This property was listed on October 9, 2024 by BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut, it's currently listed at $4,600. It has been on the market for a total of 49 days and was last rented on July 15, 2022. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Meredith William M School, Furness Horace High School and Academy At Palumbo. 781 South 2nd Street is a 2-bed, 1.5-bath, 2,200 sqft a property built in 1915.

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