Welcome to this character filled colonial townhome, located on one of the MOST sought-after, quiet & convenient streets in the Rittenhouse neighborhood of Philadelphia. Hailed by the Huffington Post as arguably the prettiest street in the entire Northeast, the 1700 block of Addison Street is ripe w/ history, beauty, & charm and is famous for its tree lit ambiance among locals. As if the enchanting street were not enough, this 3 bedroom, 2 & a half bath home w/ lower-level bonus space, large deck, & two-car parking offer the perfect blend of classic style & modern features that has been meticulously maintained & upgraded for the most discerning buyer. Enter from the street to a like-new front facade w/ repointed original brickwork, in pristine condition & ready for you to customize. The open concept main floor has great natural light from the large windows & transom above the newer entry door. This floor houses the living room, dining area & modern kitchen. Adorned w/ hardwood floors, high ceilings, exposed brick, dentil crown molding, a gorgeous wood burning fireplace w/ custom mantel & molding, & stunning wainscoting, the first floor offers comfortable living space filled w/ original character and intricate details. The renovated kitchen is complete w/ custom wood & specialty historic glass cabinetry, soapstone countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances (including Jenn-Air gas stove with downdraft vent, Leibherr refrigerator & Bosch dishwasher), large pot rack, & plenty of cabinet space, including a pantry. And directly off the kitchen, it's worth mentioning again, TWO CAR side-by-side PARKING!! Also off the kitchen, find stairs to the lower level room, fully gutted & refinished in 2016. This bonus space has radiant ceramic wood tile flooring, exposed beams, recessed lighting, windows providing natural light, & a powder room. Great for a second living room & office, den & playroom, fourth bedroom or home gym. .. you name it, this amazing flex space can accommodate it. Side-by-side washer & dryer, tankless hot water heater, extra storage closet, and bilco doors leading up to the rear driveway complete the lower space. Upstairs to the second floor, find the large master bedroom w/ bright south facing windows, generous closet space, a second brick fireplace, & en suite bathroom w/ large frameless glass enclosed shower, marble finishes & gorgeous vanity and mirror. An oversized rear deck w/ no maintenance Trex decking completes the second floor. Perfectly located for convenient outdoor dining/entertaining, easy grilling, morning coffee, and evening wine, this huge deck has beautiful city views and gets used year round. The third level hosts 2 additional bedrooms & a full hall bathroom, freshly renovated & finished w/ Carrara marble, a shower/tub combo & beautiful modern fixtures. The spacious front bedroom gets great natural light w/ plenty of space for furniture & another full closet. The rear bedroom makes a perfect third bedroom, office, nursery or exercise room. There is also a large hall closet & a full pitched attic w/ pull down stairs, perfect for all of your extra storage needs. Solid wood stained doors, hardwood floors, high ceilings, crown molding & brushed nickel hardware throughout the home complement the modern & classic features. Home is wired for security & includes central air and multiple ceiling fans. Historic Philadelphia meets modern standards in this rare gem of a home that literally has it all. Come be a part of the best block in the city, in one of the best homes, & enjoy everything Philadelphia has to offer right off your front steps. Blocks from the restaurants, shopping & green space of Rittenhouse Square, & part of the esteemed Greenfield school catchment seriously, what are you waiting for?
TownhomeProperty Type
1800Year Built
600 sq ftLot Size
$538Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jesse Barnes• KW Philly
•215-607-6007 (broker)
•agismondi@kw.com (broker)
Bought with James Labonski• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
•215-627-6005 (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAPH790512
Redfin Estimate
$968,580
$169K since sold in May 2023$5,000 since September
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 4.2% higher than the average sale price ($929K) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to this character filled colonial townhome, located on one of the MOST sought-after, quiet & convenient streets in the Rittenhouse neighborhood of Philadelphia. Hailed by the Huffington Post as arguably the prettiest street in the entire Northeast, the 1700 block of Addison Street is ripe w/ history, beauty, & charm and is famous for its tree lit ambiance among locals. As if the enchanting street were not enough, this 3 bedroom, 2 & a half bath home w/ lower-level bonus space, large deck, & two-car parking offer the perfect blend of classic style & modern features that has been meticulously maintained & upgraded for the most discerning buyer. Enter from the street to a like-new front facade w/ repointed original brickwork, in pristine condition & ready for you to customize. The open concept main floor has great natural light from the large windows & transom above the newer entry door. This floor houses the living room, dining area & modern kitchen. Adorned w/ hardwood floors, high ceilings, exposed brick, dentil crown molding, a gorgeous wood burning fireplace w/ custom mantel & molding, & stunning wainscoting, the first floor offers comfortable living space filled w/ original character and intricate details. The renovated kitchen is complete w/ custom wood & specialty historic glass cabinetry, soapstone countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances (including Jenn-Air gas stove with downdraft vent, Leibherr refrigerator & Bosch dishwasher), large pot rack, & plenty of cabinet space, including a pantry. And directly off the kitchen, it's worth mentioning again, TWO CAR side-by-side PARKING!! Also off the kitchen, find stairs to the lower level room, fully gutted & refinished in 2016. This bonus space has radiant ceramic wood tile flooring, exposed beams, recessed lighting, windows providing natural light, & a powder room. Great for a second living room & office, den & playroom, fourth bedroom or home gym. .. you name it, this amazing flex space can accommodate it. Side-by-side washer & dryer, tankless hot water heater, extra storage closet, and bilco doors leading up to the rear driveway complete the lower space. Upstairs to the second floor, find the large master bedroom w/ bright south facing windows, generous closet space, a second brick fireplace, & en suite bathroom w/ large frameless glass enclosed shower, marble finishes & gorgeous vanity and mirror. An oversized rear deck w/ no maintenance Trex decking completes the second floor. Perfectly located for convenient outdoor dining/entertaining, easy grilling, morning coffee, and evening wine, this huge deck has beautiful city views and gets used year round. The third level hosts 2 additional bedrooms & a full hall bathroom, freshly renovated & finished w/ Carrara marble, a shower/tub combo & beautiful modern fixtures. The spacious front bedroom gets great natural light w/ plenty of space for furniture & another full closet. The rear bedroom makes a perfect third bedroom, office, nursery or exercise room. There is also a large hall closet & a full pitched attic w/ pull down stairs, perfect for all of your extra storage needs. Solid wood stained doors, hardwood floors, high ceilings, crown molding & brushed nickel hardware throughout the home complement the modern & classic features. Home is wired for security & includes central air and multiple ceiling fans. Historic Philadelphia meets modern standards in this rare gem of a home that literally has it all. Come be a part of the best block in the city, in one of the best homes, & enjoy everything Philadelphia has to offer right off your front steps. Blocks from the restaurants, shopping & green space of Rittenhouse Square, & part of the esteemed Greenfield school catchment seriously, what are you waiting for?
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH113856
Aug 20, 2007
Sold
$510,000
$283/sq ft
Jul 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 4, 2007
Listed
$510,000
$283/sq ft
+6
Move right into this beautiful 3 bedroom/2 bath on a quiet tree-lined street, steps from Rittenhouse Square! First floor features open living room, dining room, and kitchen with warm parquet wood floors and fireplace. On the 2nd floor, an inviting master BR suite w/ fireplace and bright spacious full Bath. 3rd Floor has 2 additional BR's and full Bath. Lots of closet space, central air, and finished basement with washer/dryer and extra storage space. All this plus your own parking spot in the city!!
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH353238
Mar 28, 2002
Sold
$341,000
$189/sq ft
Dec 27, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Nov 14, 2001
Listed
$341,000
$189/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 1998
Sold
$178,000
$99/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 20, 1993
Sold
$152,500
$85/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH764096
Aug 19, 1993
Sold
$152,500
$85/sq ft
Sep 24, 1992
Listed
$152,500
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 15, 1985
Sold
$134,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,352
$147,900 + $591,600
$739,500
2025
$10,352 (+13.7%)
$147,900 + $591,600
$739,500
2024
$9,104
$130,080 + $520,320
$650,400
2023
$9,104 (+0.3%)
$130,080 + $520,320
$650,400
2022
$9,079
$194,570 + $454,030
$648,600
2021
$9,079
$194,570 + $454,030
$648,600
2020
$9,079 (+3.3%)
$194,570 + $454,030
$648,600
2019
$8,787 (+18.3%)
$188,300 + $439,400
$627,700
2018
$7,426
$159,150 + $371,350
$530,500
2017
$7,425 (+4.4%)
$159,150 + $371,350
$530,500
2015
$7,109
$39,300 + $491,200
$530,500
2014
$7,108 (+30.5%)
$39,300 + $491,200
$530,500
2013
$5,447 (+3.6%)
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
2012
$5,258 (+3.9%)
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
2011
$5,063 (+9.9%)
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
2010
$4,607
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
Tax history for 1703 Addison St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,352
$147,900 + $591,600
$739,500
2025
$10,352 (+13.7%)
$147,900 + $591,600
$739,500
2024
$9,104
$130,080 + $520,320
$650,400
2023
$9,104 (+0.3%)
$130,080 + $520,320
$650,400
2022
$9,079
$194,570 + $454,030
$648,600
2021
$9,079
$194,570 + $454,030
$648,600
2020
$9,079 (+3.3%)
$194,570 + $454,030
$648,600
2019
$8,787 (+18.3%)
$188,300 + $439,400
$627,700
2018
$7,426
$159,150 + $371,350
$530,500
2017
$7,425 (+4.4%)
$159,150 + $371,350
$530,500
2015
$7,109
$39,300 + $491,200
$530,500
2014
$7,108 (+30.5%)
$39,300 + $491,200
$530,500
2013
$5,447 (+3.6%)
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
2012
$5,258 (+3.9%)
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
2011
$5,063 (+9.9%)
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
2010
$4,607
$16,548 + $39,196
$55,744
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
RSA-5
/CTR - RESIDENTIAL PARKING CONTROL
/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
/NIS
/CTR - CENTER CITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
Residential Single-Family Attached-5
The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Zone overlays
Center City Commercial District Control Area
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Center City Overlay District - Center City Residential District Control Area
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Nov 8, 2018 • Final
Bp_alter
Install marble or white painted cast stone lintels and sills. Perform pointing work using a concave joint and install starbolts. Existing wood windows will remain.
Remodel
Nov 3, 2009 • Final
Bp_alter
Construct an elevated patio deck with no roof and no stairs leading to grade.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Partially Finished
Basement Type: Partial Finished
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Hot Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Very Good
Exterior Wall: Brick
View Information
View: Typical
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,350
Building Sq. Ft: 1,350
# of Stories: 3
Legal Description: 33'W OF 17TH ST; BB LOT 15'X40'
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 600
Legal Lot Number: 108
Legal Block Number: 3S20
Municipality Name: PHILADELPHIA
Acres: 0.0138
Depth Footage: 40
Front Footage: 15
Zoning Code: RSA5
County Use Description: RES-ROW (3 OR MORE), 3 STORIES
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Interior
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 600 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 081116800
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 20, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Greenfield Albert M School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Franklin Benjamin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19146
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$921,000 – $1.11M
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