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$975,000
Monthly Est:$4,853
3 Beds
- 2 Baths
2 full baths
1,935sqft
261 S Van Pelt St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
$975,000
$4,853/moEst:
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Townhouse
Built in 1870
$-- HOA
885 sqft lot
$504/sq.ft
Description
Rare opportunity to ADD VALUE and creative flair to this charming Rittenhouse Square-area home on a GORGEOUS TREE-LINED STREET. Hardwood floors throughout; central stairs enhance the balance of the home. Living room with a decorative fireplace. Separate dining room with oak doors opening to ample storage. Modern kitchen with beautiful counters and oak cabinets; door leads to a CHARMING PATIO, ideal for a boxwood and vegetable garden. 3 bedrooms plus a den, 2 full bathrooms (one recently renovated). Second floor features a rear bedroom with custom built-ins and a front bedroom with fireplace. Third floor primary suite offers a double-sized walk-in shower, marble-top sink with nickel legs, extensive hidden storage, wardrobe closets, and sliding oak doors for privacy. Den currently used as a home office. Semi-finished basement that could be an ideal playroom and storage area. PRIME LOCATION close to Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square Park, and Center City shops and restaurants, with easy access to University of Pennsylvania Hospital, HUP, and CHOP. A rare opportunity to make this home your own perfect center city retreat. A MUST SEE!
- Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 1, 2026 at 4:25 am
- Listing Provided by: Nancy L Alperin (215) 620-0099 | MAXWELL REALTY COMPANY (215) 546-6000
- Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2674110

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Townhouse
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1870
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
1,935 sqft
Lot Size
885 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Bright MLS
MLS Number
PAPH2674110
MLS Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
Days on Market
1

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Interior
Cooling
Central A/c
Appliances
Built In Range, Dishwasher
Interior Features
Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s)
Flooring
Wood
Sewer
Public Sewer
Heating
Hot Water
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1870
Home type
Townhouse
Property Condition
Good
Foundation Details
Stone
Construction Materials
Masonry
Roof
Flat
Architectural Style
Traditional, Other
Utilities & Energy
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Basement
Partially Finished
Water Source
Public
Other Features
Lot Features
Rear Yard
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Subdivision Name
Rittenhouse Square
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/01/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $975,000 $504/sqft |
09/24/2026 Source: | Coming Soon | $975,000 +37.32% $504/sqft |
01/31/2008 Source: | Price Increased | $710,000 +82.05% $367/sqft |
07/07/2000 Source: | Sold | $390,000 $202/sqft |
Rittenhouse Sq. Ranks #3 in Philadelphia, PA
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