2030 South St #A, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Description

Tucked within a gated, brick-paved courtyard of just eight homes, 2030 South St #A offers the rare feeling of a country-style townhouse in the heart of the city. Set back from South Street, Unit A enjoys notable quiet and privacy, while still benefiting from an ultra-convenient location. This pet-friendly courtyard community provides added security and shared maintenance of the courtyard and front walkways, creating a well-cared-for and welcoming environment. In addition to the gated courtyard setting, the home is equipped with an ADT security system covering both exterior doors and all first-floor windows, offering enhanced safety, monitoring, and peace of mind for everyday living and travel. Unit A features DEEDED PARKING directly adjacent to the home and boasts two private patios—front and side—ideal for gardening, grilling, relaxing, or entertaining. One of only two homes with access to the rear egress alley, the property also offers additional gardening potential and a keyed exit to 21st Street. The home is filled with NATURAL SUNLIGHT on all three floors, with exposures to the south, west, and north. Major exterior and system improvements provide long-term peace of mind. The full roof was replaced in 2021. A new whole-house central HVAC system (2023) ensures year-round comfort, complemented by a third-floor mini-split system (2025) to equalize temperatures in the upper level. Exterior stucco walls were professionally resealed to mitigate moisture intrusion.Enter the home into a one-step sunken living room, warmly appointed with a gas fireplace insert and custom mantle. Brazilian Teak Hardwood flooring runs throughout the living room and both bedrooms, adding durability and timeless style.The contemporary kitchen renovation, completed in August 2025, is both functional and refined. Updates include refaced cabinetry with all-new cabinet doors, roll-out drawers, and a new bank of cabinets with an eat-in counter. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, including a Bosch dishwasher, microwave/convection unit, zero-clearance refrigerator with interior water and ice maker, and a new electric range (with the gas valve still accessible for future conversion). Additional highlights include under-cabinet lighting with dimmer and color-change selector and a new Andersen sliding glass door with lock, enhancing light, flow, and security. The second floor is accessed by two sets of six stairs and opens to a versatile open studio / landing space—perfect as a child’s play area, music room, office, or creative space—enhanced by an articulating wall. This level also features a second bedroom or den with attractive 3 piece wall unit, including center glass door display unit, a large cedar-lined walk-in closet, an additional 6-foot cedar-lined wall closet, and a full bathroom. The third floor, again reached by two sets of six stairs, is a private en-suite retreat complete with bedroom, bathroom, and laundry area. The bathroom was remodeled in 2021 to include a tiled walk-in shower with handheld shower-head, vertical drain, marble bench seat and curb, and thoughtful finishes throughout. The relocated in 2025 laundry area includes a full-size stacked washer and dryer vented to the exterior, along with an additional work area and generous storage. Closets abound on every floor, offering exceptional storage rarely found in city homes.The partially finished basement adds valuable utility, another functional space for projects, workshop or exercise. Mechanicals are enclosed in 2 framed double door closets. It features two sump pumps, a dehumidifier, an above-ground baseboard drainage system, and drainage holes drilled into cement block walls. The basement is DryLocked (painted walls), annually maintained, includes drywall with minimal mechanical enclosures, and has a sealed and painted floor, making it ideal for storage, hobbies, or workspace. Book your tour today!