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Off market aug 2022 for $1.4M

$1,545,460

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,855/mo

•

2,464

sq ft

220 W Rittenhouse Sq Unit 22B, Philadelphia, PA 19103

About this home

Elegant light filled city residence with two inviting terraces and stunning views of the skyline and Rittenhouse Square. The 2,464 square feet include 2 bedrooms plus a den/guest room and 2 1/2 baths. The entry foyer of the home gives the feel of a spacious open floor plan at the same time allowing for a nice separation of living spaces including living room with great terrace, dining room and beautiful kitchen. Off of the large living room is the den/guest room with a second terrace. The living room has space for plenty of seating as well as room for a grand piano or second seating area. Sitting out on your terrace in spring, fall and summer as you overlook the changing seasons of the park is the best! The dining area is large enough to host holiday dinners. The island in the kitchen is a cozy spot for a casual meal with additional seating. Stainless kitchen appliances feature a Viking gas stove and oven, a Sub Zero refrigerator, a Bosch dishwasher, a GE microwave/oven combo, a wine refrigerator. The butlers pantry provides plenty of extra storage. The marble counters, oven hood and lovely backsplash are additional highlights. There is a pretty powder room. The primary suite has a walk-in closet, second closet and a beautiful large bath with tons of cabinetry for storage, two sink areas, a spacious steam shower with two shower heads. There is a separate office nook . A second attractive bedroom and bath round off the home. The home has warm wood flooring and recessed lighting. 220 W. Rittenhouse square is a classic boutique building with a 24 hour door person and is located on the west side of Rittenhouse Square. There are parking garages located just steps away. The building has a gym. A floor plan and Matterport will be available. Please note that the City of Philadelphia has conducted a real estate tax reassessment, effective January 1, 2023. If you have any questions or concerns about the impact of this process on the future real estate taxes for this property, you should contact the City of Philadelphia.

CondoProperty Type

1958Year Built

$627Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Joanne Davidow • BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

•215-546-0550 (broker)

•heather.petroneshook@foxroach.com (broker)

Bought with Melissa Valenti • BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

•215-546-0550 (broker)

•heather.petroneshook@foxroach.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2125192

Redfin Estimate

$1,545,460

$70K since sold in August 2022$48K since October

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SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$1,275,000
A
2 beds2 baths2,122 sq ft
202-10 W Rittenhouse Sq #3302, Philadelphia, PA 19103
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUL 31, 2026
$1,550,000
B
2 beds2.5 baths1,741 sq ft
202-210 W Rittenhouse Sq #1808, Philadelphia, PA 19103
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$1,610,000
C
2 beds2.5 baths2,608 sq ft
202-10 W Rittenhouse Sq #1106, Philadelphia, PA 19103
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$970,000
D
2 beds2.5 baths1,671 sq ft
202-10 W Rittenhouse Sq #1108, Philadelphia, PA 19103
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$1,025,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,408 sq ft
220 W Rittenhouse Sq Unit 10C, Philadelphia, PA 19103
SOLD FEB 5, 2026
$1,650,000
F
2 beds2.5 baths2,589 sq ft
202-10 W Rittenhouse Sq #3203, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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Market trends in Rittenhouse, PA

Last updated October 2026

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1.1% MoM

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$135K MoM

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Sale history for 220 W Rittenhouse Sq Unit 22B

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2125192

Aug 5, 2022

Sold

$1,475,000

$599/sq ft

Jun 22, 2022

Pending

—

Jun 10, 2022

Contingent

—

Jun 8, 2022

Listed

$1,495,000

$607/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 10, 2011

Sold

$900,000

$365/sq ft

TREND #5731150

Jan 7, 2011

Sold

$900,000

$365/sq ft

Jun 23, 2010

Listed

$1,000,000

$406/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1004882500

Jan 7, 2011

Sold

$900,000

$365/sq ft

Oct 28, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Jun 23, 2010

Listed

$1,000,000

$406/sq ft

Fabulous Rittenhouse Square Condominium, high over the Square with Park & City Views in fine residential building with Library on ground floor. Unit has large Living Room & Dining Room - modern galley style Kitchen with wine cellar - two Master Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms + 3rd Bedroom/Den - lots of closets + Powder Room & Laundry - PLUS TWO Terraces over Rittenhouse Square with City, Square and panoramic views.

Public Records

Jun 29, 2000

Sold

$600,000

$244/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$19,534 (−6.7%)

$149,400 + $1,346,100

$1,495,500

2025

$20,934 (+10.0%)

$149,400 + $1,346,100

$1,495,500

2024

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2023

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2022

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2021

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2020

$19,032 (+3.0%)

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2019

$18,477

$132,000 + $1,188,000

$1,320,000

2018

$18,477

$132,000 + $1,188,000

$1,320,000

2017

$18,477 (+14.9%)

$132,000 + $1,188,000

$1,320,000

2015

$16,080

$55,800 + $1,144,200

$1,200,000

2014

$16,080 (+35.7%)

$55,800 + $1,144,200

$1,200,000

2013

$11,850 (+3.6%)

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

2012

$11,439 (+3.9%)

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

2011

$11,015 (+9.9%)

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

2010

$10,023

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

Tax history for 220 W Rittenhouse Sq Unit 22B

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$19,534 (−6.7%)

$149,400 + $1,346,100

$1,495,500

2025

$20,934 (+10.0%)

$149,400 + $1,346,100

$1,495,500

2024

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2023

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2022

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2021

$19,032

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2020

$19,032 (+3.0%)

$135,900 + $1,223,700

$1,359,600

2019

$18,477

$132,000 + $1,188,000

$1,320,000

2018

$18,477

$132,000 + $1,188,000

$1,320,000

2017

$18,477 (+14.9%)

$132,000 + $1,188,000

$1,320,000

2015

$16,080

$55,800 + $1,144,200

$1,200,000

2014

$16,080 (+35.7%)

$55,800 + $1,144,200

$1,200,000

2013

$11,850 (+3.6%)

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

2012

$11,439 (+3.9%)

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

2011

$11,015 (+9.9%)

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

2010

$10,023

$9,599 + $111,681

$121,280

*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

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,464

Year built

1958

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Philadelphia County

APN

888082779

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

Accessible

Yes

HOA Dues

$2,105 /month

Garage

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2025.

RM-4

/VDO

/CTR - CENTER CITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT CONTROL

/CTR - PARKING GARAGE GROUND FLOOR USE

/CTR - RITTENHOUSE SQUARE

/CTR - RESIDENTIAL PARKING CONTROL

/CTR - LOCUST STREET

/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT CONTROL

/NIS

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.

Zone overlays

Fifth District Overlay District
Center City Overlay District - Center City Residential District Control Area
Center City Overlay - Parking Garage Ground Floor Use Control Area
Center City Commercial District Control Area
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Assembly/ meeting place
Community / recreation center
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other

Property details

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
Laundry Type: Has Laundry

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: Elevator
Improvement Assessed Value: $1,223,700
Ownership Interest: Condominium
Year Built Source: Estimated

Building Information
Unit Building Type: Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
Construction Materials: Masonry
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Terrace
Pets Allowed: No
Structure Type: Unit/Flat

Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $135,900

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,464
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $8,588
School Tax: $10,443
Tax Assessed Value: $1,359,600
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $19,031

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Other
Other
Heating Fuel: Other
Hot Water: Other
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Multi Unit Information
Washer/Dryer/Hook Up in Unit: Yes

Homeowners Association Information
Condo/Coop Fee: $2,105
Condo/Coop Fee Frequency: Monthly
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Cable TV, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Water, Heat, Snow Removal, Trash
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Concierge, Fitness Center

School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Directions: west side of rittenhouse square
Entry Floor Number: 22
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,464
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: —
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 888082779
HOA Dues: $2,105/month
Garage: No
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on Aug 31, 2025

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220 W Rittenhouse Sq Philadelphia, PA, 19103

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16C	$725,000	2 beds	2 baths	1635 sq ft
18A	$1,449,999	2 beds	2 baths	1708 sq ft

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Greenfield Albert M School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

Franklin Benjamin High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

2/10

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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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 104° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

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27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

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$1.47M – $1.78M

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Address	Redfin Estimate
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 10D, Philadelphia, PA 1 Beds \| - Baths \| 975 Sq. Ft.	$432,213
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 11A, Philadelphia, PA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 940 Sq. Ft.	$427,709
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 11E, Philadelphia, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1351 Sq. Ft.	$586,225
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 19C, Philadelphia, PA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2080 Sq. Ft.	$994,490
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 21A, Philadelphia, PA 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$2,591,320
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 25, Philadelphia, PA 3 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$2,577,726
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 5C, Philadelphia, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1408 Sq. Ft.	$735,891

Address	Redfin Estimate
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 10C, Philadelphia, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1408 Sq. Ft.	$948,802
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 10F, Philadelphia, PA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 918 Sq. Ft.	$427,963
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 17C, Philadelphia, PA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2254 Sq. Ft.	$920,465
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 19B, Philadelphia, PA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$1,394,378
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 21B, Philadelphia, PA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$1,886,505
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 6A, Philadelphia, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| 947 Sq. Ft.	$515,211
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 7A, Philadelphia, PA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 947 Sq. Ft.	$489,155

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220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 11B, Philadelphia, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| 925 Sq. Ft.	$446,313
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 12A, Philadelphia, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1592 Sq. Ft.	$816,796
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 18C, Philadelphia, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2064 Sq. Ft.	$1,265,745
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 20B, Philadelphia, PA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$1,474,123
220 W Rittenhouse Square Unit 23A, Philadelphia, PA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1776 Sq. Ft.	$973,568
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