Welcome to 2136 Carpenter Street, a spacious and thoughtfully designed residence located on the coveted 2100 block of Carpenter Street—one of Graduate Hospital’s most beloved and sought-after addresses. Offering over 2,700 square feet of living space, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home seamlessly blends modern convenience with comfortable city living. The sun-filled main level features hardwood floors, generous living and dining spaces, and an open-concept kitchen that flows directly to the private rear patio, creating the perfect setting for both everyday living and entertaining. A finished lower level provides valuable additional living space, ideal for a media room, home gym, playroom, or home office. The expansive primary suite occupies its own level and serves as a true retreat, complete with ample closet space and a well-appointed ensuite bath. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath offer flexibility for guests, family, or work-from-home needs. Crowning the home is a private rooftop deck with sweeping skyline views, offering a true extension of the living space. Whether hosting friends on a summer evening, enjoying morning coffee above the city, or taking in Philadelphia’s skyline at sunset, this rooftop oasis is designed to be enjoyed year-round. Beyond the home itself, the location is second to none. Situated in the heart of Graduate Hospital, residents enjoy easy access to neighborhood favorites including Ultimo Coffee, Loco Pez, Sidecar Bar & Grille, Sabrina’s Café, and the Schuylkill River Trail, along with convenient access to Center City, Rittenhouse Square, parks, shopping, and everyday essentials. Rarely does an opportunity arise to own a home of this scale and quality on one of Graduate Hospital’s most desirable blocks. 2136 Carpenter Street offers the perfect combination of space, lifestyle, and location.
TownhomeProperty Type
2011Year Built
912 sq ftLot Size
$269Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Libby Cefaly Fuerman• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
•610-649-4500 (broker)
•wendy.civitella@foxroach.com (broker)
Listed by Robin Gordon• BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
Est. $2,960 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2136 Carpenter St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2641944
Sep 2, 2026
Sold
$735,000
$269/sq ft
Aug 31, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 23, 2026
Price Changed
$735,000
$269/sq ft
Jun 27, 2026
Listed
$749,000
$274/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2640964
Jun 27, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jun 24, 2026
Listed
$770,000
$281/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH726618
Sep 25, 2019
Sold
$650,000
$237/sq ft
Aug 12, 2019
Contingent
—
Jul 11, 2019
Price Changed
$690,000
$252/sq ft
Jun 12, 2019
Price Changed
$700,000
$256/sq ft
May 2, 2019
Price Changed
$715,000
$261/sq ft
Apr 3, 2019
Relisted
—
Mar 22, 2019
Pending
—
Mar 15, 2019
Listed
$725,000
$265/sq ft
+40
Sun-filled 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with big finished basement, large yard, incredible rooftop terrace with skyline views, beautiful hardwood floors and handsome, contemporary kitchen and baths. Wide openly laid out living room and dining room with two front windows, custom built-in bookshelf and desk and coat closet. Contemporary kitchen is dressed in granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, glass tile backsplash and offers a large bar counter. The spacious rear yard (approx 17x15) features built-in planters, wood fencing and a custom trash container. The second floor boasts a front bedroom, hallway tile bath and a rear bedroom with walk-in double closet, Juliet balcony and door to the hall bathroom. The third floor offers the main bedroom suite, complete with 2 windows, dual skylights an ample storage with a custom built-in wardrobe system with cabinetry, drawers and shelving, TWO walk-in closets and an additional closet. The 4 piece ensuite bath features dual contemporary vanities, jacuzzi type tub, spacious stall shower with rain showerhead and a linen closet. Wood steps lead up to an incredible rooftop terrace with breathtaking views of sky and skyline from sunrise to sunset! The finished basement is the ideal family room, den or office while also hosting a half bath, laundry, storage and mechanicals. This home is located on a fantastic, wide, tree lined block across from Julian Abele Park and down the street from Los Camaradas and The Sidecar Bar & Grille. Great space on a great block! Remaining Tax Abatement until 2022
Public Records
May 14, 2012
Sold
$449,000
$164/sq ft
Public Records
May 10, 2011
Sold
$95,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,615 (−15.5%)
$128,800 + $515,200
$644,000
2025
$9,015
$128,800 + $515,200
$644,000
2024
$9,015
$128,800 + $515,200
$644,000
2023
$9,015 (+17.5%)
$128,800 + $515,200
$644,000
2022
$7,672 (+245.2%)
$158,759 + $467,141
$625,900
2021
$2,222
$158,759 + $467,141
$625,900
2020
$2,222 (−2.3%)
$158,759 + $467,141
$625,900
2019
$2,274 (+30.3%)
$162,437 + $477,963
$640,400
2018
$1,745
$124,694 + $366,906
$491,600
2017
$1,745 (−68.6%)
$124,694 + $366,906
$491,600
2015
$5,550
$28,875 + $385,325
$414,200
2014
$5,550 (+1,872.3%)
$28,875 + $385,325
$414,200
2013
$281 (+3.6%)
$2,880 + $61,120
$64,000
2012
$272
$2,880
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
16 ft.
Lot depth
57 ft.
Lot size
912 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,872
Year built
2011
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
302230610
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
RM-1
/CTR - RESIDENTIAL PARKING CONTROL
/NIS
/CTR - CENTER CITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
Residential Multi-Family-1 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.
Zone overlays
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
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Oct 31, 2012 • Final
Ep_electrl
Install a new electrical service and various electrical components including receptacles, switches, lights, and detectors in a single-family home.
Electrical
Feb 14, 2012 • Final
Bp_newcnst
Construct a three-story attached single-family home. The structure is required to be fully sprinklered. All work must comply with approved plans.
New construction
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
Parking
Parking Information
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 828
Improvement Assessed Value: $515,200
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 57.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $128,800
Above Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 1872
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,737
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 828
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $644,000
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $9,014
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,872
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 912 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 2011
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 302230610
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Universal Audenried Charter School
Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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
48/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$673,000 – $815,000
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