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#PAPH2485770, Alon Seltzer, Listing office: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
$2,000,000 List price
247 S Van Pelt St Philadelphia, PA 19103
2 beds
2 full
2,297 sqft
0.02 acres
$871 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 247 S Van Pelt St
Tasteful, Elegant Carriage Home on a storybook block in Rittenhouse Square. Meticulous, thoughtful renovation that left no detail unconsidered. Tiled entry hall and full bedroom and bath suite on the ground floor. This flexible space is a wonderful guest suite or fold up the Murphy bed and use this area as a den or office. A garage with two car lift as well as plenty of storage completes this floor. The second floor reveals the perfect entertaining space. This is truly a great room with wide plank white oak floors and dramatic oversized steel casement windows front and rear bathe this floor with light from its East and West exposures. True Chef’s kitchen features custom wood cabinetry, Honed superwhite quartzite countertops, Liebherr Refrigerator, 5 burner Bosch cooktop, Miele built in coffee system. On the third floor is the primary suite with a large marble bath, soaking tub, frameless glass double shower, double sink vanity and radiant heated floors. The Bedroom has a built-in bed with night stands, a wall of custom cabinetry and a walk-in closet with full size stacking laundry. Access to the rear deck is at this level as well. The home has a sound system and intercom with video plus 2 zone HVAC. In addition to all the shopping, theatre and restaurants of Rittenhouse Square the property is 3 blocks to the Schuylkill River Park and Trail. Easy access to 30th Street AMTRAK station, Routes 676, 76 , 95 and the Philadelphia International Airport.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,297 sqft
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1871
ParkingGarage - Front Entry,Additional Storage Area,Inside Access, Attached Garage
MLS #PAPH2495752
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
- Interior: Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Floor Plan - Open, Intercom, Sound System, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage - Front Entry,Additional Storage Area,Inside Access, Attached Garage
- Architectural Style: Carriage House
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,000,000
- Price/SqFt: $870
- Annual Tax Amount: $21,667
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Between Spruce and Locust; 21st & 22nd Streets
- Year Built: 1871
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,297 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2495752
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
- Office Phone: (267) 435-8015
- Office Email: marianne.dillon@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Bruce Benjamin
- Agent Phone: (215) 805-0172
- Agent Email: bruce@phillysbestaddress.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2012 | Home Sold | $675,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,547,900 | $21,667 |
| 2022 | $755,375 | $9,442 |
| 2021 | $- | $9,442 |
| 2020 | $1,238,200 | $9,442 |
| 2019 | $1,198,200 | $9,137 |
| 2018 | $850,000 | $6,481 |
| 2017 | $850,000 | $6,481 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Samuel Powel Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.2 mi
•301 N 36th St
3
Stephen Girard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.7 mi
•1800 Snyder Ave
5
Francis Scott Key School
Public District KG-6
2.2 mi
•2230 S 8th 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 $39,325. The most common annual income of people living in Philadelphia, PA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
43%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
87%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
2%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
3%
<11 yrs old
0%
12-17 yrs old
65%
18-34 yrs old
24%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Art Museums
Live Theatre
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Bloomingdales
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Audi
Mercedes
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 247 S Van Pelt St
The listing price of 247 S Van Pelt St property is $2,000,000.
The property 247 S Van Pelt St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103.
Active Listing: 247 S Van Pelt St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 247 S Van Pelt St are: Samuel Powel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Stephen Girard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Francis Scott Key School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Albert M. Greenfield School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Russell Byers Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Independence Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Freire Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Creative and Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $21,667 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 15, 2012 for $675,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 247 S Van Pelt St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 247 S Van Pelt St is 2,297 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 247 S Van Pelt St is 1871.
This home is located at 247 S Van Pelt St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19103 in the Center City neighborhood. This 2,297 square foot home, which was built in 1871, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,000,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between May and June 2025 increased by 36.5%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 90 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $292,873.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.