This historic and extra (28’) wide townhome in Society Hill is a rare find. Originally built in 1817 for Robert Blackwell, the assistant rector for St. Peter's Church, the home's current adaptation features four separate units while still maintaining its Greek Revival / Victorian Eclectic charm. An impressive owner's unit with 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, multiple living spaces, and a private courtyard, spans over 4100 sf. Three additional units have 1-2 bedrooms and are located on the top two floors with a separate entrance. Located in the sought-after McCall School catchment, this property offers rich historical detail in a top tier neighborhood. Close to first-rate healthcare systems, dining, entertainment, and public transportation options, this property is in the heart of Philadelphia's Center City and captures a wide audience of potential renters. With easy access to major thoroughfares, this Pine Street property is a rare catch. This property is not only a great investment opportunity but also a wonderful place to call home. Whether you're looking to live in one of the units and rent out the others, or use the entire building as a rental property, this townhome offers versatile options for any type of investor. Don't miss out on the chance to own this beautiful piece of history in one of Philadelphia's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Dwelling with Rental, Traditional
Year Built: 1817
Living Area: 6,695 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
Office Phone: (267) 435-8015
Listing Agent: Clay Shaffer
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
Basement: Yes
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Parking: On Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.06 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Hot Water, Radiant
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Benjamin Franklin High School, Public District Grades 9-12
General George A. McCall School, Public District Grades KG-8
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Between 2nd & 3rd on Pine St. Use GPS.
Municipality:
Philadelphia
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,599,000
Price Per SqFt: $388/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $22,157
Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $2.3M more than the Median Sold Price and $193/SqFt more than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: BRIGHT
MLS Number: #PAPH2220622
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
Office Phone: (267) 435-8015
Listing Agent: Clay Shaffer
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.
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Elementary School
6
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General George A. McCall School
325 S 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.38 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
High School
2
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Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St
Distance between this listing and this school1.63 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
6
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General George A. McCall School
325 S 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.38 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Meredith School
725 S 5th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.36 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
4
/10
George W. Nebinger Elementary School
601 Carpenter St
Distance between this listing and this school0.61 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Christopher Columbus Charter School
South Building
Distance between this listing and this school0.73 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
6
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Universal Institute Charter School
800 S 15th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.16 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-9
6
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Independence Charter School
1600 Lombard St
Distance between this listing and this school1.20 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Assigned Schools
2
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Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St
Distance between this listing and this school1.63 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
3
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Mastery Charter High School
35 S 4th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.44 miles
Public Charter Grades 7-12
2
/10
Charter High School For Architecture And
105 S 7th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.49 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $146,250. The most common annual income of people living in Philadelphia, PA is $200k+. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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This home is located at 231 Pine St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19106 in the Center City neighborhood. This 6,695 square foot home, which was built in 1817, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 20, 2023 and is currently priced at $2,599,000.
In March 2024, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 228 sold above asking price, over 481 sold below and more than 214 were sold right at the asked price. In March 2024 in Philadelphia, PA there were 4.6% more homes for sale than in February 2024. While the average time on the market in March 2024 was 54 days, the median list price was $257,610.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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