One of only fifteen South-facing, 1 bedroom, 1 baths at William Penn House with 18+ft balcony and garage parking in Rittenhouse Square. This spacious and bright 837-square-foot home features an open living and dining area, and French doors to a well-lit home office. Kitchen renovated in 2025 features NEW stainless steel GE Appliances, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, white shaker style cabinets, GE Profile washer/dryer. Sliding glass doors to spacious and sunny balcony with stunning skyline and sunset views. Generously sized bedroom includes a large closet. Bathroom was renovated in 2020 and features marble floors, large marble-top vanity with terrific storage, tiled tub/shower with glass enclosure and built-in shelves for linens. Members of the William Penn House Cooperative enjoy a gym on the 5th floor and 25-meter rooftop pool ($200/season) on the 30th floor with panoramic Skyline views. Valet garage parking for $110/month per car. The William Penn House offers exceptional amenities including 24-hour doorman, 24-hour security, on-site management and maintenance. The monthly fee includes: all utilities (electric, heat, air conditioning, water), basic cable, maintenance of HVAC systems and kitchen appliances and real estate taxes. There is an experienced staff and Co-op Board. The building has never had an assessment and requires no title insurance at the time of purchase. One-time capital contribution of $18,750 paid at closing and $617.14 transfer tax. Phenomenal location in the heart of Center City close to restaurants, shops, universities, hospitals, public transportation, Rittenhouse Square Park, 30th Street Station, Schulykill River Park and Trail, Fitler Square Park, museums and Fairmont Park.
Condo (co-op)Property Type
1965Year Built
$454Price/Sq.Ft.
$724/moHOA Dues
1 car garageParking
Listed by Janet Margolies• BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
•215-546-0550 (broker)
•heather.petroneshook@foxroach.com (broker)
Bought with Janet Margolies• BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Est. $2,725 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1919 Chestnut St #2016
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2617930
May 29, 2026
Sold
$380,000
$454/sq ft
May 14, 2026
Pending
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May 7, 2026
Listed
$389,000
$465/sq ft
TREND #5587251
May 4, 2010
Sold
$250,000
$299/sq ft
Aug 31, 2009
Listed
$275,000
$329/sq ft
+5
BRIGHT MLS #1003609365
May 4, 2010
Sold
$250,000
$299/sq ft
Aug 31, 2009
Listed
$275,000
$329/sq ft
+5
Rarely available? South Side, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Co-op Unit with a large sunny Balcony and 837 square feet on the 20th floor in The William Penn House Co-Op in desirable Rittenhouse Square. This unit has an abundance of closet space, WASHER/DRYER IN UNIT & newer top-of-the-line windows. 24-hour Security, 24-hour Doorman, On-Site Management, On-Site Maintenance, Amazing Rooftop 25-meter Swimming Pool w/ breathtaking views, Complete Fitness Center, On-Premises VALET PARKING available for $80 per month, THE MONTHLY FEE INCLUDES ALMOST EVERYTHING: All Utilities including electric, heat, air conditioning, water & basic cable, All Real Estate Taxes & Maintenance Package. This spectacular building has NEVER HAD AN ASSESSMENT! Nominal real estate transfer tax & no title insurance required. Experience the ability to walk out your door to first class, 4-star restaurants, fabulous shopping & all the conveniences of this sought after neighborhood.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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178 ft.
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Philadelphia County
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Last updated by owner on Feb 18, 2017.
CMX-4
/VDO
/CTR - CENTER CITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
/CTR - CHESTNUT AND WALNUT STREET WEST
/CTR - CHESTNUT AND WALNUT STREET
/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL
/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
/NIS
/CTR - PARKING GARAGE GROUND FLOOR USE
Core Commercial Mixed-Use District
The CMX-4, Core Commercial Mixed-Use district is primarily intended to accommodate mixed-use development, including a broad range of nonresidential uses, in the core of high-density commercial and mixed-use areas.
Zone overlays
Fifth District Overlay District
Center City Overlay District - Center City Residential District Control Area
Center City Commercial District Control Area
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Center City Overlay - Parking Garage Ground Floor Use Control Area
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Pool(s), Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Electricity, Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Management, Alarm System, Air Conditioning, All Ground Fee, Appliance Maintenance, Cable TV, Custodial Services Maintenance, Taxes
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Swimming Pool, Cable, Common Grounds, Community Center, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Laundry Facilities, Party Room, Pool - Outdoor, Pool Mem Avail, Security
School Information
Elementary School: GREENFIELD ALBERT
Middle Or Junior School: GREENFIELD ALBERT
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: 19TH
Directions: On 19th and Chestnut, North side.
Entry Floor Number: 20
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
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County: Philadelphia County
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Home facts updated by county records on Feb 18, 2017