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Condo for sale at 1420 Locust St #29C, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | MLS# PAPH2653136 | Listing updated on 2026-10-01
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$299,000

Monthly Est:$1,488

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1420 Locust St #29C, Philadelphia, PA 19102

$1,488/moEst:

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  • Condominium

  • Built in 1977

  • $849/mo HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $342/sq.ft

Description

Now offered at $299,000 — renovated 1-bedroom, 875 sq. ft. condo near Rittenhouse Square in Center City Philadelphia, featuring 29th-floor views, in-unit laundry, and full-service building amenities. An exceptional opportunity in one of Philadelphia’s most desirable and convenient locations. Welcome to Academy House, where sophisticated city living meets effortless convenience in the heart of Center City. Perched on the 29th floor of the iconic Academy House, this exceptionally spacious 875-square-foot one-bedroom residence offers sweeping Center City skyline views and one of the largest one-bedroom floor plans in the building. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home blends timeless design with modern comfort, featuring an open living and dining area accented by a striking stone feature wall, custom built-in cabinetry, and abundant storage.

The renovated kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, matching custom cabinetry, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances. The oversized bedroom provides a peaceful retreat with its own stacked-stone accent wall, while the updated bathroom includes the convenience of an in-unit stacked washer and dryer. Updated flooring throughout completes the home's warm, sophisticated aesthetic.

The sale also includes a 55-inch television with Sonos soundbar and an Arhaus marble-top dining table with four chairs, making this residence truly move-in ready.

Academy House is one of Center City's premier full-service residences, offering a 24-hour doorman and concierge, state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, business and meeting rooms, bicycle storage, beautifully landscaped outdoor plaza, and valet parking available for an additional fee, pending availability. The monthly association fee includes heat, air conditioning, electricity, water, trash, building maintenance, and access to all amenities. Discounted parking for residents offered at Parkway Garage $250/month.
Ideally located in the heart of Center City, just steps from Rittenhouse Square, the Avenue of the Arts, the Kimmel Center, acclaimed dining, shopping, and public transportation, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy effortless city living in one of Philadelphia's most sought-after full-service buildings.**Limited-time Lender Incentive Up to $2,500 Toward BuyerClosing Cost**

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  • Listing updated: October 1, 2026 at 1:06 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Gianna Ginnetti (267) 236-3900 | KW Empower (215) 627-3500
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2653136 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Condominium

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    Rittenhouse Sq.

  • Year Built

    1977

  • HOA Fees

    $849/mo

  • Finished Area

    875 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2653136

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    18

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Location

HOA Management

Academy House

HOA Fees

$848.73/ Monthly

Amenities

Amenities and services may be covered by one or multiple associations and service providers.

Snow Removal Snow Removal

Heating Heating

Trash Pickup Trash Pickup

Cable TV Cable TV

Electricity Electricity

Elevator Elevator

Ext Bldg Maint Ext Bldg Maint

Water Water

Security Guard Security Guard

Health Club Health Club

Pool Pool

Sewer Sewer

Air Conditioning Air Conditioning

Meeting Room Meeting Room

Concierge Concierge

Common Area Maintenance Common Area Maintenance

Cook Fee Cook Fee

Disclaimer: Amenities are based on third-party information and may vary; buyers must independently verify all amenities, as information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedroom: 1

    Bathroom: 1

Interior

  • Heating

    Heat Pump Electric Back Up

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1977

  • Home type

    Condominium

  • Construction Materials

    Masonry

  • Architectural Style

    Contemporary

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Association Amenities

    Cable, Concierge, Elevator, Exercise Room, Meeting Room, Pool Indoor, Security

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Academy House

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/29/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2653136

Price Decreased

$299,000 -5.08%

$342/sqft

09/14/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2653136

Listed for Sale

$315,000

$360/sqft

09/08/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2653136

Coming Soon

$315,000 +10.53%

$360/sqft

06/07/2019

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH785890

Price Increased

$285,000 +14900.00%

$326/sqft

05/20/2016

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #1002424888

Sold

$1,900

$2/sqft

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