Property Attributes
- MLS#PAPH2338636
- TypePending
- CountyPHILADELPHIA
- CityPhiladelphia
- Area19107
- NeighborhoodWashington Sq West
- Zip19107
- StyleTraditional
- Year Built1850
- Taxes$ 10393
- Price$ 950,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2224
- Lot Size871 SqFt
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
A once in a life time opportunity to purchase an architecturally significant town home comprised of two joined corner residences nestled into a storybook setting in the heart of Washington Square West. This home on a picturesque Olde Philadelphia cobblestone street with colorful flags waving in the breeze is actually two homes (243 S Quince St + 222 S Jessup St), connected via the kitchen and garden perfectly situated on Quince, Irving and Jessup streets. 1-CAR PARKING located at a small surface parking lot steps from the home at Jessup and Locust Street is included in this sale. This is a rare opportunity to own an historic, traditional 3+ bedroom home with multiple outdoor spaces combined with a "dollhouse" with its own separate entrance which could serve perfectly for work from home, guests, in-laws or a dream library/den, art or painting studio, spacious additional dining or entertaining space or a 4th bedroom. The home exudes style and charm both inside and out. Admire the authentic brick exterior with classic shutters and an arched wooden gate on Irving Street to enter the garden. Enter the main entrance on Quince St to a spacious and open living/dining room with Schuylkill River pine floors, high ceilings, wrap-around windows showering the space in great natural light, exposed beams and a fireplace. Ample 15' width and a deep home easily accommodates a full dining room table and chairs. Organized kitchen with plenty of storage and cabinetry + skylight overlooks a beautiful garden entered via double sliding glass doors spanning the width of the kitchen. The kitchen and a side garden provide a seamless and architecturally harmonious connection between the traditional home and the "the dollhouse," a 2-story home with basement + full bathroom currently being used as an office and a den. The top floor of 222 Jessup Street has soaring ceiling to the peak of the terra cotta tiled gable roof that creates an inspiring space with great scale and proportions. Beautiful features in this breathtaking room abound: high ceilings with angled exposed beams, a Rose window like those found in historic churches, two sets of a balcony level, romantic French doors opening to wrought iron balconies and a cozy fireplace with original mantel and handsome original tile mosaic. On the second floor of 243 S Quince St, you will find 2 bedrooms and one full bath with shower/tub enclosure and pretty stone finishes. The front bedroom is spacious with a band of three large windows overlooking the tree tops of Quince Street, a fireplace and closets. The back bedroom has access to a deck and a Juliet balcony. Plenty of thoughtful storage spaces throughout and two basements for extensive storage plus mechanicals. The top floor is the primary suite and includes a half bathroom. A grand and glorious space with the most incredible views of Quince, Irving and Jessup Streets from above. This home is need of renovation, but has the "great bones," dreamy curb appeal, location, size, hard to find work from home configuration + parking rarely found in this sought after location. Located in the coveted McCall School Catchment. A destination neighborhood - with "Best of Philly" and off the beaten path BYO restaurants and shopping - 243 Quince Street is also strategically positioned close to Jefferson and Pennsylvania Hospital, Avenue of the Arts and walkable to other popular neighborhoods like Midtown Village, Society Hill, the Italian Market, Queen Village, Rittenhouse Square, Society Hill and Old City. A well cherished and striking home is waiting for a new Philadelphian to take over its stewardship. A must see!
Price History | |
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4/3/2024 | Listed $950,000 |
General Features
Interior Features | Built-Ins,Breakfast Area,Combination Dining/Living,Curved Staircase,Double/Dual Staircase,Exposed Beams,Kitchen - Eat-In,Skylight(s),Walk-in Closet(s),Wood Floors |
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Sewer | Public Sewer |
Heating | Hot Water |
Cooling | Central A/C |
Possession | 0-30 Days CD |
Roof | Other |
Appliances | Built-In Microwave,Built-In Range,Commercial Range,Cooktop - Down Draft,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer - Electric,Dryer - Front Loading,Dual Flush Toilets,Stainless Steel Appliances |
Exterior Features | Exterior Lighting,Sidewalks,Street Lights |
Zoning | RSA5 |
Pool Y/N | No Pool |
Architectural Style | Traditional |
Construction Materials | Brick |
Exclusions | Dining Room Light Fixtures (3 pendants lights above dining room table) |
Year Built | 1850 |
Electric | 100 Amp Service |
Levels | 3 |
Tax Year | 2022 |
Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
Cool Fuel | Natural Gas |
Contingency Type | Home Inspection,Financing Approval,Radon,Appraisal |
Accessibility | None |
County | PHILADELPHIA |
New Construction | No |
Property Type | Residential |
HOA / Comm Assn | No |
Subdivision Name | WASHINGTON SQ WEST |
Garage Y/N | No |
Water Access Y/N | No |
Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
Status | PENDING |
Directions | East on Locust Street and cross over 12th Street. Make a right on Quince Street. Between 11th and 12th Street and Locust and Spruce Street. |
ModificationTimestamp | 2024-05-06T12:56:36 |
City | PHILADELPHIA |
Buyer Agent Compensation | 2.75 |
Disclosures | None |
Senior Community Y/N | No |
Zoning Description | Two historic homes located in a historic neighborhood. Any renovations to the exterior need to be approved historic commission |
MLS Area | 19107 (19107) |
Lot Size Square Feet | 1020.00 |
Tax Assessed Value | 742500.0 |
Waterfront Y/N | No |
Street Name | QUINCE |
Tax Annual Amount | 10393.0 |
Home Warranty Y/N | No |
Structure Type | End of Row/Townhouse |
Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
Bathrooms Full Main Level | 2 |
Bathrooms Count Main Level | 3.00 |
Price Per Sq Ft | 427.16 |
Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
Historic Y/N | Yes |
Lease Considered Y/N | No |
Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
Total SQFT | 2324 |
Days on Market | 14 |
Location Type | Middle Of Block |
Standard Status | Pending |
Year Built Source | Assessor |
Tax Lot | 197 |
Buyer Agent Compensation Type | % Of Gross |
Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
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Basement | Fully Finished |
Flooring | Hardwood |
Total Fireplaces | 4 |
Fireplace Features | Insert |
Hot Water | Natural Gas |
Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
Heating Y/N | Yes |
Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
Above Grade Finished Area | 2224 |
Full Baths | 2 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Street Suffix | STREET |
Central Air Y/N | Yes |
Total Bedrooms | 4 |
Main Level Bedrooms | 4 |
LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
Laundry Type | Basement |
Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
Below Grade Unfin SQFT | 100 |
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Estimated |
Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
Water Source | Public |
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Inclusions | all appliances including washer and dryer,all window treatments sand all lighting fixtures |
Total Parking Spaces | 1 |
Type of Parking | Parking Lot |
Land Use Code | O40 |
Foundation Details | Stone,Slab |
Spa | No |
Water View Y/N | No |
Lot Dimensions | 15.00 x 68.00 |
Lot Size Acres | 0.02 |
Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Land Assessed Value | 148500.00 |
Navigable Water Y/N | No |
Water Oriented Y/N | No |
LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
Parking Lot - # of Spaces | 1 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool