1830-00 Rittenhouse Sq Unit 19A, Philadelphia, PA 19103
About this home
Welcome to 1830 Rittenhouse Square, the first high-rise ever built overlooking Philadelphia’s most celebrated park and one of the city’s most architecturally significant addresses. Rich in history and timeless elegance, the building’s original 1920s sidelights still grace the stately main entrance, offering a glimpse into the refined character that defines this remarkable residence. Ascend via the building’s historic attended elevator to the 17th floor, where a private penthouse entrance leads up a private stairway to the 19th-floor home. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, this exceptional residence blends classic architectural detail with modern comfort. Soaring ceilings and expansive windows fill the home with extraordinary natural light and sweeping city views. A formal entry introduces the home and opens into a breathtaking living room with dramatic ceilings and a wall of windows capturing picturesque northern views across Rittenhouse Square and Center City. Original French doors lead to a gracious formal dining room designed for elegant entertaining. The dining space flows effortlessly into a newly renovated galley kitchen and continues outward to a spacious balcony, perfect for alfresco dining beneath decorative lighting while enjoying the city skyline. Just off the living room, a warm and inviting den provides a refined retreat. This comfortable space features generous seating, a decorative fireplace, and French doors opening to a second expansive balcony an ideal setting for evening gatherings under the open sky. The private bedroom wing offers tranquility above the city. The primary bedroom and second bedroom both feature soaring ceilings and original arched windows framing spectacular western views of the Philadelphia skyline. A beautifully updated bathroom connects the two rooms, blending modern finishes with timeless design. A third bedroom, located just off the entrance hall, provides another light-filled space complete with its own en-suite bath. Residents of 1830 Rittenhouse Square enjoy a collection of rare and distinguished amenities, including the only remaining attended elevator in Philadelphia, a fitness room, and an unmatched location in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. World-class dining, renowned museums, boutique shopping, major rail stations, and Philadelphia International Airport are all within effortless reach. This extraordinary penthouse offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia’s architectural history while enjoying elevated living above one of the city’s most iconic parks.
CondoProperty Type
1900Year Built
$811Price/Sq.Ft.
$1,180/moHOA Dues
Listed by Brian Stetler• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
•215-627-6005 (broker)
Listed by Wendy Rosen• BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Rittenhouse, located between the Schuylkill River and Broad Street, is a residential and commercial Philadelphia neighborhood with a leafy central square and a polished dining scene. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around 18th Street and Walnut Street, where sidewalk cafes, chef-driven restaurants, and boutique storefronts keep the blocks in motion. Rittenhouse Square anchors the grid with shaded paths, public art, and a steady rhythm of people-watching. Historic brownstones and prewar high-rises line quieter side streets, while newer towers frame the park’s edges. The Curtis Institute of Music and the Rosenbach Museum & Library add cultural gravity, and Parc sets the tone for all-day terrace dining. A compact, walkable layout ties the square to Center City offices and the river trail network.
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Offer insights
1830-00 Rittenhouse Sq Unit 19A · $1,999,500
$1.94M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.94M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
207 days
The average home goes pending in 83 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.6%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Living room
Dining room
Den
Marble fireplace (1)
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen (appliances not specified)
Laundry & utility
Washer/dryer hook up in unit
Main-floor laundry
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
No tidal water
Home design
Condominium unit (Unit/Flat)
High-rise building (9+ floors)
Unit entry on floor 19
Parking
On-street parking
Construction
Masonry construction
Stone foundation
Above-grade and below-grade structures
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric cooling fuel
Other fuel for heating and hot water
HOA & community
Monthly condo fee of $1,180.20
Condo fee covers alarm system, ground fee, common area maintenance, electricity, exterior building maintenance, heat, insurance, management, sewer, snow removal, trash, and water
Additional monthly fee of $620.47
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 1830-00 Rittenhouse Sq Unit 19A
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2594040
Sep 23, 2026
Price Changed
$1,999,500
$811/sq ft
Jul 21, 2026
Price Changed
$2,100,000
$852/sq ft
May 20, 2026
Price Changed
$2,250,000
$912/sq ft
Mar 18, 2026
Listed
$2,450,000
$994/sq ft
Mar 13, 2026
Coming Soon
$2,450,000
$994/sq ft
Public Records
May 18, 2012
Sold
$1,601,888
$650/sq ft
TREND #5803537
Apr 16, 2012
Delisted
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Mar 30, 2012
Sold
$1,601,888
$650/sq ft
Nov 20, 2010
Listed
$1,400,000
$568/sq ft
+19
BRIGHT MLS #1003610267
Mar 30, 2012
Sold
$1,601,888
$650/sq ft
Nov 20, 2010
Listed
$1,400,000
$568/sq ft
Nov 20, 2010
Listing Removed
—
+19
This Is Spectacular Entertaining Sophisticated Space, With A Must See View! One Of The Most Prestigious Addresses In The Country. Welcome to "The Penthouse" At 1830 Rittenhouse Square. High Atop This Remarkable 100 Year Old Building Rests Penthouse with East and West Terraces Displaying Magnificent Views of the City and The Square. Enter Privately into This Home Past The Newly Completed Wine Closet towards the Generous Living Room with The Fireplace Flanked By Two Tremendous Windows Filled With Philadelphia's Skyline. The Elegant Dining Room has Two Windows Bringing the Skyline Inside. There are French Doors Off this Room, That Grace The East Terrace With Its Panoramic Northern Views. The Family Room has Inlaid Perimeter Hardwoods, Generous Built-in Shelves, and French Doors Leading to the West Terrace. The Master Bedroom has Extensive Closet Space with Organizers, Huge Windows Allowing Dynamic Views. 3rd Bedroom is Accessed Thru Master. Elevator Has Been Approved BY the HOA.
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH118002
Jan 31, 2008
Sold
$1,897,500
$769/sq ft
Oct 9, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Mar 29, 2007
Listed
$1,897,500
$769/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000552447
Mar 27, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Feb 12, 2006
Listed
$1,995,000
$809/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 15, 1999
Sold
$700,000
$284/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH406174
Jul 21, 1999
Sold
$700,000
$284/sq ft
Jul 20, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jul 19, 1999
Listed
$700,000
$284/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 1996
Sold
$475,000
$193/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$23,482 (−5.6%)
$177,700 + $1,599,800
$1,777,500
2025
$24,881 (+20.0%)
$177,700 + $1,599,800
$1,777,500
2024
$20,735
$148,100 + $1,333,200
$1,481,300
2023
$20,735 (+8.0%)
$148,100 + $1,333,200
$1,481,300
2022
$19,200
$137,160 + $1,234,440
$1,371,600
2021
$19,200
$137,160 + $1,234,440
$1,371,600
2020
$19,200
$137,160 + $1,234,440
$1,371,600
2019
$19,200 (+15.0%)
$137,160 + $1,234,440
$1,371,600
2018
$16,695
$119,270 + $1,073,430
$1,192,700
2017
$16,695 (+14.9%)
$119,270 + $1,073,430
$1,192,700
2015
$14,530
$108,430 + $975,870
$1,084,300
2014
$14,529 (−3.4%)
$108,430 + $975,870
$1,084,300
2013
$15,036 (+3.6%)
$30,784 + $123,104
$153,888
2012
$14,515 (+3.9%)
$30,784 + $123,104
$153,888
2011
$13,976 (+9.9%)
$30,784 + $123,104
$153,888
2010
$12,717
$30,784 + $123,104
$153,888
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,466
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,466
Year built
1900
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Philadelphia County
APN
888081784
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RM-4
/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
/NIS
/CTR - RITTENHOUSE SQUARE
/CTR - RESIDENTIAL PARKING CONTROL
/CTR - CENTER CITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
Residential Multi-Family-4 District
The RM, Residential Multi-Family districts are primarily intended to accommodate moderate- to high-density, multi-unit residential buildings in areas where such development already exists or where it is desired in the future. The Zoning Code includes four RM districts. These districts are differentiated primarily on the basis of allowed minimum lot area per unit and allowed building heights.
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