$1,695,000

231 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19106

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
3,400 sqft
0.03 acres
$499 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 231 Spruce St

As featured in the book “Restoring a House in the City”; Historic charm meets modern luxury at 231 Spruce Street in Philadelphia’s exclusive Society Hill neighborhood. This beautifully reimagined home, with its 20' width, boasts large-paned windows that flood all four floors with southern light, illuminating its 3,400+ square feet. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a spacious bonus room with a wet bar and custom shelving, this home offers gracious living at its finest. A harmonious blend of contemporary design and historic elements, the home underwent a thoughtful renovation a few years into the 21st century. The expansive living room retains its original pine floors (throughout) and a King of Prussia marble fireplace with a Mercer tile surround. This space flows seamlessly into an elevated dining room, which boasts a large skylight and double French doors with phantom screens that open to a meticulously maintained side garden. The bright, spacious eat-in and renovated kitchen, features top of the line appliances, cabinetry, a panoramic paned-glass window overlooking the rear garden, is perfect for culinary enthusiasts and includes a door to the patio for outdoor grilling. Discretely located nearby are doors to a charming powder room and access to a finished basement with a tiled wine cellar, large cedar closet, and ample storage. The second floor is home to the luxurious primary suite, which includes its own washer and dryer, two cedar-lined walk-in closets, and an elegant ensuite bath adorned with artistically set Italian Bisazza mosaic tiles, dual sinks, a double shower with dual rain shower heads, and a uniquely positioned soaking tub. A secondary bedroom is also located on this floor. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a spa-like hall bathroom, while the top floor features a spacious bonus room with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, providing a tranquil retreat. Your 1-year prepaid parking is just down the street. Lastly, 231 Spruce is centrally located near public transportation, Philadelphia’s historic district, and the finest restaurants and shops in the city making it the perfect blend of historic elegance and modern convenience. Your search ends here!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,400 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1800
ParkingPrepaid, Off Site
MLS #PAPH2438262
FireplaceMarble

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2438262
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
  • Office Phone: (267) 435-8015
  • Office Email: marianne.dillon@compass.com
  • Listing Agent: Fred Manfred
  • Agent Phone: (215) 687-8687
  • Agent Email: fred.manfred@compass.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 14, 2018
Home Sold
$2,000,000
Sep 01, 2006
Home Sold
$990,000
Jul 15, 2004
Home Sold
$1,050,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$-$14,871
2022$1,097,400$11,775
2021$-$11,775
2020$886,200$12,405
2019$857,600$12,004
2018$870,000$12,178
2017$870,000$12,178

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Hope Community Charter School

Public Charter KG-6

1.4 mi

836 S 4th St

5

Francis Scott Key School

Public District KG-6

1.8 mi

2230 S 8th St

7

Abram Stockton Jenks School

Public District KG-5

2.1 mi

2501 S 13th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $114,506. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

8%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
26%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

72%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

5%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
30%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 231 Spruce St

This home is located at 231 Spruce St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19106 in the Center City neighborhood. This 3,400 square foot home, which was built in 1800, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,695,000.

While more than 154 listings in Philadelphia, PA in February 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 166 listings sold at asking price, and more than 396 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 10.7% between January and February 2025. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $268,469, while the average time on the real estate market was 59 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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