French country style town home in the heart of Fitler/ Rittenhous Square This home is awash in sunlight and consists of three bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths with a deck, finished lower level and a potential parking spot in the rear. Enter into the living room with original wide plank hardwood floors, gas fireplace, dining area with lovely chandelier and French door leading out to a lush green patio garden with brick pavers and magnificent sliding barn doors to the street and storage units. Coat closet in the hallway and large eat-in kitchen with recessed lighting, pendant lamp over dining area, stainless steel appliances and an abundance of counter space, natural light and a pantry closets. There are double French doors leading out to the patio gardenSecond floor features a beautiful back bedroom suite with two exposures, high ceilings, five windows, and a French door leading out to a beautiful little deck. Bathroom with a walk-in Carrera tile shower and a window in the bathroom. Hallway bathroom with Carrera marble floor, subway tile backsplash and window in bathroom with the linen closet and ceiling light. Front bedroom with two windows overlooking Rittenhouse Street and large closet. Next level has a sky light over the stairwell and a window in the hallway leading up to the master bedroom suite with a ceiling fan and windows over looking Rittenhouse Street. Two nice size closets and loft storage. Marble bathroom with walk in shower and window. Fully finished lower level with terra-cotta tile floors, a powder room, a closet with washer and dryer and mechanicals and living space which is used for watching TV with wainscoting. Hidden behind a bookcase there is a secret compartment that leads to more storage. The minute you step into this lovely space you will fall in love.
TownhomeProperty Type
1800Year Built
992 sq ftLot Size
$708Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Michael McCann• KW Philly
•215-607-6007 (broker)
•agismondi@kw.com (broker)
Listed by Margo Weil• KW Philly
•215-607-6007 (broker)
•agismondi@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Eliza Michiels• Compass RE
•267-435-8015 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAPH907602
Redfin Estimate
$1,360,050
$340K since sold in April 2021$14K since August
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This home's estimate is 18.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.15M) of 5 comparable homes.
Classic townhome in Rittenhouse Square. Lots of the original charm has been kept. Nice out door space. Updated kitchen. Good living space. Creative deck. Quiet block.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
French country style town home in the heart of Fitler/ Rittenhous Square This home is awash in sunlight and consists of three bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths with a deck, finished lower level and a potential parking spot in the rear. Enter into the living room with original wide plank hardwood floors, gas fireplace, dining area with lovely chandelier and French door leading out to a lush green patio garden with brick pavers and magnificent sliding barn doors to the street and storage units. Coat closet in the hallway and large eat-in kitchen with recessed lighting, pendant lamp over dining area, stainless steel appliances and an abundance of counter space, natural light and a pantry closets. There are double French doors leading out to the patio gardenSecond floor features a beautiful back bedroom suite with two exposures, high ceilings, five windows, and a French door leading out to a beautiful little deck. Bathroom with a walk-in Carrera tile shower and a window in the bathroom. Hallway bathroom with Carrera marble floor, subway tile backsplash and window in bathroom with the linen closet and ceiling light. Front bedroom with two windows overlooking Rittenhouse Street and large closet. Next level has a sky light over the stairwell and a window in the hallway leading up to the master bedroom suite with a ceiling fan and windows over looking Rittenhouse Street. Two nice size closets and loft storage. Marble bathroom with walk in shower and window. Fully finished lower level with terra-cotta tile floors, a powder room, a closet with washer and dryer and mechanicals and living space which is used for watching TV with wainscoting. Hidden behind a bookcase there is a secret compartment that leads to more storage. The minute you step into this lovely space you will fall in love.
BRIGHT MLS #1005743916
Jul 31, 2008
Sold
$965,000
$503/sq ft
May 16, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 13, 2008
Listed
$975,000
$508/sq ft
+2
Nestled on a quiet block in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, this handsomely renovated and restored 1846 Greek Revival brick townhouse features incredible craftsmanship and detail throughout. The living room/dining area has original wood floors, gas fireplace and original moldings. Gourmet, eat-in kitchen, brick garden. 2nd floor-2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, wood floors, deck. 3rd floor-Master Suite with full bath. Attention to details - marble, granite, antique hardware. Finished lower level with mechanicals, laundry area, storage and powder room.
Public Records
Aug 10, 2004
Sold
$895,000
$466/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 3, 2000
Sold
$252,000
$131/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH329468
Jun 26, 2000
Sold
$215,000
$112/sq ft
May 16, 2000
Listed
$215,000
$112/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000640201
Jun 2, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 1999
Listed
$250,000
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,925 (−8.6%)
$233,240 + $932,960
$1,166,200
2025
$16,324 (+20.3%)
$233,240 + $932,960
$1,166,200
2024
$13,565
$193,820 + $775,280
$969,100
2023
$13,565 (+13.3%)
$193,820 + $775,280
$969,100
2022
$11,972
$256,590 + $598,710
$855,300
2021
$11,972
$256,590 + $598,710
$855,300
2020
$11,972 (+3.3%)
$256,590 + $598,710
$855,300
2019
$11,586 (+19.6%)
$248,310 + $579,390
$827,700
2018
$9,684
$207,540 + $484,260
$691,800
2017
$9,683 (+4.5%)
$207,540 + $484,260
$691,800
2015
$9,270
$64,976 + $626,824
$691,800
2014
$9,270 (+59.6%)
$64,976 + $626,824
$691,800
2013
$5,809 (+3.6%)
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
2012
$5,608 (+3.9%)
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
2011
$5,400 (+9.9%)
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
2010
$4,913
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
Tax history for 2216 Rittenhouse Sq
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,925 (−8.6%)
$233,240 + $932,960
$1,166,200
2025
$16,324 (+20.3%)
$233,240 + $932,960
$1,166,200
2024
$13,565
$193,820 + $775,280
$969,100
2023
$13,565 (+13.3%)
$193,820 + $775,280
$969,100
2022
$11,972
$256,590 + $598,710
$855,300
2021
$11,972
$256,590 + $598,710
$855,300
2020
$11,972 (+3.3%)
$256,590 + $598,710
$855,300
2019
$11,586 (+19.6%)
$248,310 + $579,390
$827,700
2018
$9,684
$207,540 + $484,260
$691,800
2017
$9,683 (+4.5%)
$207,540 + $484,260
$691,800
2015
$9,270
$64,976 + $626,824
$691,800
2014
$9,270 (+59.6%)
$64,976 + $626,824
$691,800
2013
$5,809 (+3.6%)
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
2012
$5,608 (+3.9%)
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
2011
$5,400 (+9.9%)
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
2010
$4,913
$22,640 + $36,816
$59,456
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
RM-1
/CTR - RESIDENTIAL PARKING CONTROL
/NIS
/CTR - CENTER CITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT CONTROL
/CTR - CENTER CITY COMMERCIAL 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
Center City Commercial 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
May 3, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Replace cast iron piping with PVC. Perform rough plumbing for a basement powder room and install new fixtures.
Plumbing
Apr 25, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Perform electrical work including the installation of lighting fixtures, exhaust fans, and dedicated circuits for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter receptacles. Install power outlets for a projector, refrigerator, and countertops. Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Electrical
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
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Very Good
Building Style Type: Duplex
Exterior Wall: Brick
View Information
View: Typical
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,920
Building Sq. Ft: 1,920
# of Stories: 3
Legal Description: 149'W OF 22ND ST; BK BB LOT 16'X62' TO
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 992
Legal Lot Number: 86
Legal Block Number: 3S1
Municipality Name: PHILADELPHIA
Acres: 0.0228
Depth Footage: 62
Front Footage: 16
Zoning Code: RM1
County Use Description: RES-ROW (3 OR MORE), 3 STORIES
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Interior
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,920
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 992 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 082118800
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Greenfield Albert M School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Franklin Benjamin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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, 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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Estimated sale price
$1.29M – $1.57M
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