Planted on picturesque Addison Street, this 3 bed, 2.5 bath Rittenhouse Square townhouse with parking and deck makes for a unique urban living experience. Enter into the open living area and kitchen illuminated by 2-story gallery windows. Enjoy oak hardwood floors, recessed lighting, breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. A wide spiral staircase leads down to the large den with exposed brick, fireplace, wet bar, and powder room. The 2nd level has 2 bedrooms, both with large windows and closets, plus a newly renovated full bath with shower/tub combo. Also on this level is a large deck great for relaxing with your morning coffee or unwinding over drinks with friends. The top level is the owner's suite. Here you'll enjoy a bedroom with lofty cathedral ceilings, custom double closets, hardwood floors, and bright windows. The ensuite 3-piece bath includes 2 separate vanities, a glass-enclosed standing shower, and tiled floors. This house also has a newly replaced steel roof. Located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square you will have access to the city's best dining, shopping, and green spaces. With your own covered parking spot, you will reap the benefits of this ideal neighborhood without having to circle endlessly for a spot!
TownhomeProperty Type
1800Year Built
640 sq ftLot Size
$617Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Mary Genovese Colvin• Compass RE
•267-435-8015 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Listed by Margaux Genovese Pelegrin• Compass RE
•267-435-8015 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with John Kuester• Fusion PHL Realty, LLC
•215-977-9777 (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAPH925012
Redfin Estimate
$888,043
$90K since sold in June 2021$12K since October
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 19.9% higher than the average sale price ($741K) of 6 comparable homes.
Formal living room and decent sized kitchen on entry level. Spiral staircase leads to another living room downstairs with powder room. Good sized bedrooms. Parking in the back of the home.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Planted on picturesque Addison Street, this 3 bed, 2.5 bath Rittenhouse Square townhouse with parking and deck makes for a unique urban living experience. Enter into the open living area and kitchen illuminated by 2-story gallery windows. Enjoy oak hardwood floors, recessed lighting, breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. A wide spiral staircase leads down to the large den with exposed brick, fireplace, wet bar, and powder room. The 2nd level has 2 bedrooms, both with large windows and closets, plus a newly renovated full bath with shower/tub combo. Also on this level is a large deck great for relaxing with your morning coffee or unwinding over drinks with friends. The top level is the owner's suite. Here you'll enjoy a bedroom with lofty cathedral ceilings, custom double closets, hardwood floors, and bright windows. The ensuite 3-piece bath includes 2 separate vanities, a glass-enclosed standing shower, and tiled floors. This house also has a newly replaced steel roof. Located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square you will have access to the city's best dining, shopping, and green spaces. With your own covered parking spot, you will reap the benefits of this ideal neighborhood without having to circle endlessly for a spot!
Public Records
Nov 9, 2017
Sold
$634,000
$440/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000300421
Oct 31, 2017
Sold
$699,000
$485/sq ft
TREND #6961521
Oct 31, 2017
Sold
$699,000
$485/sq ft
Sep 6, 2017
Contingent
—
Aug 12, 2017
Price Changed
$699,000
$485/sq ft
Jul 21, 2017
Price Changed
$719,000
$499/sq ft
Apr 11, 2017
Listed
$739,000
$513/sq ft
+20
TREND #6134899
Apr 30, 2013
Sold
$622,500
$432/sq ft
Jan 21, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 14, 2012
Listed
$649,500
$451/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004161502
Apr 30, 2013
Sold
$622,500
$432/sq ft
Dec 20, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Nov 14, 2012
Listed
$649,500
$451/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH292950
Oct 11, 2002
Sold
$482,000
$335/sq ft
Aug 4, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Jul 8, 2002
Listed
$482,000
$335/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH347714
Mar 30, 2001
Sold
$425,000
$295/sq ft
Feb 6, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Feb 1, 2001
Listed
$425,000
$295/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 2, 1997
Sold
$172,000
$119/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH486490
Jun 20, 1997
Sold
$172,000
$119/sq ft
Mar 27, 1997
Listed
$172,000
$119/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH747576
Dec 12, 1994
Sold
$95,000
$66/sq ft
Mar 18, 1994
Listed
$95,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,533 (−12.8%)
$156,200 + $624,800
$781,000
2025
$10,932 (+13.4%)
$156,200 + $624,800
$781,000
2024
$9,642
$137,760 + $551,040
$688,800
2023
$9,642 (−0.4%)
$137,760 + $551,040
$688,800
2022
$9,685
$207,487 + $484,413
$691,900
2021
$9,685
$207,487 + $484,413
$691,900
2020
$9,685 (+3.3%)
$207,487 + $484,413
$691,900
2019
$9,373 (+19.8%)
$200,800 + $468,800
$669,600
2018
$7,821
$167,610 + $391,090
$558,700
2017
$7,820 (+4.5%)
$167,610 + $391,090
$558,700
2015
$7,487
$41,920 + $516,780
$558,700
2014
$7,486 (+23.7%)
$41,920 + $516,780
$558,700
2013
$6,050 (+3.6%)
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
2012
$5,840 (+3.9%)
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
2011
$5,624 (+9.9%)
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
2010
$5,117
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
Tax history for 1721 Addison St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,533 (−12.8%)
$156,200 + $624,800
$781,000
2025
$10,932 (+13.4%)
$156,200 + $624,800
$781,000
2024
$9,642
$137,760 + $551,040
$688,800
2023
$9,642 (−0.4%)
$137,760 + $551,040
$688,800
2022
$9,685
$207,487 + $484,413
$691,900
2021
$9,685
$207,487 + $484,413
$691,900
2020
$9,685 (+3.3%)
$207,487 + $484,413
$691,900
2019
$9,373 (+19.8%)
$200,800 + $468,800
$669,600
2018
$7,821
$167,610 + $391,090
$558,700
2017
$7,820 (+4.5%)
$167,610 + $391,090
$558,700
2015
$7,487
$41,920 + $516,780
$558,700
2014
$7,486 (+23.7%)
$41,920 + $516,780
$558,700
2013
$6,050 (+3.6%)
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
2012
$5,840 (+3.9%)
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
2011
$5,624 (+9.9%)
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
2010
$5,117
$12,141 + $49,779
$61,920
*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
/NIS
/CTR - CENTER CITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL 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
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Center City Overlay District - Center City Residential District Control Area
Center City Commercial 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 29, 2018 • Final
Bp_alter
Perform standard alterations to an existing single-family home. All work must adhere to the attached standards to avoid permit revocation.
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: Finished
Basement Type: Finished
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Hot Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Very Good
Exterior Wall: Brick
View Information
View: Typical
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,440
Building Sq. Ft: 1,440
# of Stories: 3
Legal Description: 180'W OF 17TH ST; BB LOT 16'X40'
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 640
Legal Lot Number: 84
Legal Block Number: 3S20
Municipality Name: PHILADELPHIA
Acres: 0.0147
Depth Footage: 40
Front Footage: 16
Zoning Code: RSA5
County Use Description: RES-ROW WITH GARAGE, 3 STORIES
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Interior
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,440
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 640 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 081117700
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
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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Philadelphia, PA • 19146
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$844,000 – $1.02M
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