903 North 29th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19130

$799,500
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,343 Sq. Ft.
$341 / Sq. Ft.
2,343
Sq. Ft.
$341
per Sq. Ft.

Description

If you love history and Philadelphia architecture, this elegant 4 bedroom bedroom plus family room, fully renovated and restored 1875 Centennial Victorian townhome is for you! The entire block was originally built as the Park View Hotel, where out of town visitors to the 1876 Centennial Exposition were hosted. This house preserves many original features and combines them with modern amenities, such as elaborate entry foyer w/ beautiful, original inlaid wood floor and walnut wainscotting, grand double...If you love history and Philadelphia architecture, this elegant 4 bedroom bedroom plus family room, fully renovated and restored 1875 Centennial Victorian townhome is for you! The entire block was originally built as the Park View Hotel, where out of town visitors to the 1876 Centennial Exposition were hosted. This house preserves many original features and combines them with modern amenities, such as elaborate entry foyer w/ beautiful, original inlaid wood floor and walnut wainscotting, grand double parlor with original pumpkin pine floors, marble and slate mantle on ornamental fireplace, ornate original plaster ceiling medallions and moldings. The dining room continues original pine flooring and has two historically accurate new insulated windows by Architectural Windows. Powder room has a Mexican tile floor. Renovated eat-in kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, custom wood cabinetry, Corian countertop, new stainless side by side refrigerator, stainless range and dishwasher, new cork flooring, recessed lighting, as well as a spacious breakfast room w/ French doors leading to the breathtaking, large bricked garden w/mature plantings, raised planting areas & newly stuccoed walls. In the basement: brand new, hi efficiency gas forced hot air furnace, gas hot water heater, whole house water filter, and overall huge storage capacity for extra items. On the 2nd floor, the rear and grand den/bedroom features a wood burning marble & slate fireplace, original plaster ceiling medallion and ornamental moldings. Updated hall bath has stall shower and laundry with new Samsung washer and dryer. The large front bedroom includes a guest room. On the 3rd floor, there is a bright rear bedroom w/ skylight; main bath with double sink and a front principal bedroom with walk-in closet and dressing area. High ceilings and lots of original architectural features in this grand and comfortable 2469 sq ft townhome. Six new front windows installed in 2022. Several bus routes stop right at the corner, and Fairmount Park (Lemon Hill, Kelly Dr.), is just 2 blocks away-a public transit dream, with super quick, easy access to Center City, University City and Fishtown, as well as a biker's paradise.

Listing Agent

  1. Julie Welker

    Julie Welker

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 903 North 29th Street

Tax ID Number
292148100
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 09/18/2024 12:33 AM

Property Details for 903 North 29th Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2396630
Days on Market2
Taxes$5,509 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,395 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Building Information for 903 North 29th Street

Stories3Residences-Year Built1915Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,395 SF

Property Information for 903 North 29th Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803293234334
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19130 (19130)
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
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $393,600
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $314,900
  • City Town Tax: $2,424
  • Land Assessed Value: $78,700
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Zoning: RM1
  • Tax Lot: 113
  • School Tax: $3,085
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,343.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 86.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1058387
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • 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 903 North 29th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 903 North 29th Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$4,390 ($366 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,343 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,343 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,395 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1915ZoningRM1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN29-2-1481-00

Schools near 903 North 29th Street

This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Morris Robert School
PublicPK to 8

Vaux HS: A Big Picture School
Public9 to 12

School Of The Future
Public9 to 12

Masterman Julia R Secondary School
Public5 to 12

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903 North 29th Street is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19130. This property was listed for sale on September 18, 2024 by Compass, it's currently listed at $799,500. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on April 23, 2021. This listing's school district is Philadelphia City School District. Nearby schools include Morris Robert School, Vaux HS: A Big Picture School and School Of The Future. 903 North 29th Street is a 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,343 sqft townhouse built in 1915.

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