#PAPH2420252, Fred Manfred, Listing Office: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
231 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19106
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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!
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- 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
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
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
Year | Assessment | Property 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.
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.
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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.