Welcome home to 23 E. Rittenhouse! Why pay rent when you can OWN your home. This 2 bedroom 1 bath home has it all. There is brand new construction right across the street, they are moving quickly and also adding a garage so parking will not be an issue. This home is within walking distance to all that Germantown has to offer. Restaurants & shops a block away on Germantown Avenue. Vernon park within 2 blocks, public transportation a block away, A & N house of produce within walking distance, Wissahickon Park for hiking and the list goes on! Renovated kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances (2020), main floor laundry room (2020), new PEX plumbing system (2020), electrical (2020), new flooring (2020), completely rehabbed bathroom (2020), soundproofing shared wall (2020) new sliding glass door (2020) water heater (2017)
Welcome to this traditional Germantown 2 bedroom 1 bath rowhome! This well maintained home is perfect for a first time homebuyer or a savy investor looking for additional cash flow. Walk inside you will find a welcoming living room and an open kitchen. There is a separate area for laundry and even comes with a cozy backyard. Book your appointment today!
TREND #7096555
Jan 19, 2018
Sold
$31,000
$41/sq ft
Jan 13, 2018
Pending
—
Jan 12, 2018
Sold
$31,000
$41/sq ft
Dec 28, 2017
Pending
—
Dec 4, 2017
Listed
$30,000
$40/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1004337069
Jan 19, 2018
Sold
$31,000
$41/sq ft
Dec 4, 2017
Listed
$30,000
$40/sq ft
+11
Now available is this modest 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom brick home located in the heart of Germantown, directly off of Germantown Ave. Just outside you're minutes away from the Chelten Ave Shopping District, as well shops along Germantown Ave. Transportation includes many options: For drivers, routes along Germantown Ave, Chelten Ave, and Greene Street take you anywhere in the Northwest section, but also lead to routes into Center City and surrounding areas; Bus routes like the 23, K, 26, and J; and the Chestnut Hill East Regional Rail. The property has been recently cleaned out. Feel free to schedule your showing now.
Public Records
Jul 5, 1988
Sold
$12,500
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,135
$16,220 + $64,880
$81,100
2025
$1,135 (+41.8%)
$16,220 + $64,880
$81,100
2024
$801
$11,440 + $45,760
$57,200
2023
$801 (+23.8%)
$11,440 + $45,760
$57,200
2022
$647
$6,930 + $39,270
$46,200
2021
$647
$6,930 + $39,270
$46,200
2020
$647 (−4.3%)
$6,930 + $39,270
$46,200
2019
$676 (−26.3%)
$7,245 + $41,055
$48,300
2018
$917
$9,825 + $55,675
$65,500
2017
$916 (+4.4%)
$9,825 + $55,675
$65,500
2015
$878
$3,186 + $62,314
$65,500
2014
$877 (+106.2%)
$3,186 + $62,314
$65,500
2013
$425 (+3.6%)
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
2012
$410 (+3.9%)
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
2011
$395 (+9.9%)
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
2010
$360
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
Tax history for 23 E Rittenhouse St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,135
$16,220 + $64,880
$81,100
2025
$1,135 (+41.8%)
$16,220 + $64,880
$81,100
2024
$801
$11,440 + $45,760
$57,200
2023
$801 (+23.8%)
$11,440 + $45,760
$57,200
2022
$647
$6,930 + $39,270
$46,200
2021
$647
$6,930 + $39,270
$46,200
2020
$647 (−4.3%)
$6,930 + $39,270
$46,200
2019
$676 (−26.3%)
$7,245 + $41,055
$48,300
2018
$917
$9,825 + $55,675
$65,500
2017
$916 (+4.4%)
$9,825 + $55,675
$65,500
2015
$878
$3,186 + $62,314
$65,500
2014
$877 (+106.2%)
$3,186 + $62,314
$65,500
2013
$425 (+3.6%)
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
2012
$410 (+3.9%)
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
2011
$395 (+9.9%)
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
2010
$360
$590 + $3,762
$4,352
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
38 ft.
Lot size
544 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
756
Year built
1950
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
591123700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
RSA-5
/EDO
/NCA - LOWER AND CENTRAL GERMANTOWN
/NIS
Residential Single-Family Attached-5
The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Zone overlays
Eighth District Overlay District
Neighborhood Commercial Area Overlay - Lower and Central Germantown
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Interior Features: Bar, CeilngFan(s), Floor Plan - Open, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $45,760
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Flat
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 38.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $11,440
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 756
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $361
School Tax: $439
Tax Assessed Value: $57,200
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $800
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: East side of Germantown Avenue
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 756
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 544 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 591123700
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
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Schools
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
King Martin Luther High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
1/10
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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 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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Estimated sale price
$122,000 – $147,000
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