Welcome home to 1722 Addison, located on arguably one of the most adorable blocks in Philly, steps from Rittenhouse Square. Bound to check all your boxes with modern updates located within the Greenfield catchment. Enter through the brand new front door into the spacious open concept living and dining area. Featuring an accommodating cook's kitchen with soapstone counters and stainless steel backsplash, Sub-Zero fridge, gas fueled range, and a brand new dishwasher. A private brick paved patio is just off the kitchen through full-paned French doors and is ready for your green thumb dreams to come true. The second floor has a large primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and custom shelving. The primary bathroom has a soaking tub and generous sized walk-in shower. The third floor has two additional bedrooms as well as an updated full bathroom with a walk-in shower complete with a built-in bench. Finished basement has a half bath, laundry room with brand new washer/dryer and is perfect for a playroom/den/family room. All the convenience of downtown living on a quiet neighborhood friendly block!
TownhomeProperty Type
1800Year Built
672 sq ftLot Size
$583Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Karrie Gavin• Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
•215-893-9920 (broker)
Listed by Nate Hopkins• Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy
Quintessential Philadelphia townhome on one of the most coveted blocks in Center City, steps from Rittenhouse Square and Graduate Hospital. This home checks all the boxes: wonderful modern updates, a well designed floorplan, private outdoor space, Greenfield catchment and an incredible location. Enter into an open, bright great room featuring wood floors; recessed lighting; a fireplace; and cook's kitchen with wood cabinetry, stone countertops, breakfast bar, and a Sub-Zero stainless steel refrigerator/freezer. Step into your private urban oasis--a brick pavered backyard--directly off the kitchen. The second floor of the house is a large primary suite with treetop views over Addison Street; there is recessed lighting and a custom built-walk in closet. The primary bathroom has an oversized walk-in shower, soaking tub and contemporary vanity, all appointed in high-end tilework. There are two more bedrooms and another updated full bathroom with beautiful tilework and a walk-in shower with frameless glass door and a built-in bench. The finished lower level is the perfect playroom or additional family room/entertaining space. There is also a modern half bathroom and a laundry room with full size washer and dryer down here. This home has everything that the city offers right at your fingertips--parks, playgrounds, dining, theater, shopping and easy access to public transportation. This gem of a home won't be available for long!
TREND #6509060
Mar 3, 2015
Sold
$698,000
$485/sq ft
Feb 13, 2015
Pending
—
Feb 7, 2015
Contingent
—
Jan 20, 2015
Listed
$719,000
$499/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002522872
Mar 3, 2015
Sold
$698,000
$485/sq ft
Jan 31, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jan 20, 2015
Listed
$719,000
$499/sq ft
+19
Fabulous Rittenhouse Square location on the lovely tree-lined, family friendly block of Addison Street, named "the prettiest street in the entire Northeast" by the Huffington Post. This brick faced row house combines old world charm with contemporary elegance. Enter the home's open 1st floor with wood burning fireplace, high ceiling and views through the French Doors of the brick paved south facing patio. Sunlit, open cook's kitchen features stainless appliances including SubZero fridge and stone counters. Hardwood floors and beautiful recessed lighting throughout home. 2nd floor has a spacious master bedroom with generous closets including a walk-in. New master bath with glass enclosed shower, spa bathtub, and designer sink/vanity. Sunny 3rd floor with 2 bedrooms, new designer bathroom and views of the Philly skyline. Beautifully finished full basement perfect for an office or family room includes a new half bath, laundry closet and storage area. The 2012 renovation includes all new windows, new HVAC system, 2.5 new bathrooms, washer and dryer, and finished basement. In the Greenfield Elementary school catchment, this quiet oasis in Center City is a walker's paradise.
TREND #6129942
Mar 22, 2013
Sold
$644,000
$447/sq ft
Jan 28, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 26, 2013
Delisted
—
Jan 10, 2013
Price Changed
$662,000
$460/sq ft
Oct 31, 2012
Listed
$689,000
$478/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004149238
Mar 22, 2013
Sold
$644,000
$447/sq ft
Jan 19, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 31, 2012
Listed
$662,000
$460/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH325186
Jul 30, 2001
Sold
$275,000
$191/sq ft
Jun 26, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Mar 22, 2001
Listed
$275,000
$191/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,058
$158,000 + $632,000
$790,000
2025
$11,058 (+18.6%)
$158,000 + $632,000
$790,000
2024
$9,321
$133,180 + $532,720
$665,900
2023
$9,321 (−3.8%)
$133,180 + $532,720
$665,900
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 (+26.1%)
$200,800 + $468,800
$669,600
2018
$7,432
$159,270 + $371,630
$530,900
2017
$7,431 (+4.5%)
$159,270 + $371,630
$530,900
2015
$7,114
$44,016 + $486,884
$530,900
2014
$7,114 (+22.5%)
$44,016 + $486,884
$530,900
2013
$5,809 (+3.6%)
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
2012
$5,608 (+3.9%)
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
2011
$5,400 (+9.9%)
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
2010
$4,913
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
Tax history for 1722 Addison St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,058
$158,000 + $632,000
$790,000
2025
$11,058 (+18.6%)
$158,000 + $632,000
$790,000
2024
$9,321
$133,180 + $532,720
$665,900
2023
$9,321 (−3.8%)
$133,180 + $532,720
$665,900
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 (+26.1%)
$200,800 + $468,800
$669,600
2018
$7,432
$159,270 + $371,630
$530,900
2017
$7,431 (+4.5%)
$159,270 + $371,630
$530,900
2015
$7,114
$44,016 + $486,884
$530,900
2014
$7,114 (+22.5%)
$44,016 + $486,884
$530,900
2013
$5,809 (+3.6%)
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
2012
$5,608 (+3.9%)
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
2011
$5,400 (+9.9%)
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
2010
$4,913
$17,486 + $41,970
$59,456
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
16 ft.
Lot depth
42 ft.
Lot size
672 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1800
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
081124000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RSA-5
/CTR - RESIDENTIAL PARKING CONTROL
/NIS
/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
/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
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Center City Commercial District Control Area
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
Aug 22, 2012 • Final
Ep_electrl
Rewire the basement of a single-family home. Install new electrical outlets, lighting fixtures, an air conditioning disconnect, switches, and a dryer circuit.
Electrical
Jul 26, 2012 • Final
Bp_mech
Install a new heating and air conditioning unit in a single-family home. The heater will be located in the attic and the condenser in the rear yard.
HVAC
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