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Property Description
Located in the highly sought-after Greenfield School catchment, this beautifully restored historic townhouse in Rittenhouse offers the perfect blend of charm and modern luxury-with a 10-year tax abatement pending! Enter into the main level and experience soaring extra-high ceilings that enhance the spacious, open-concept layout. The stunning kitchen has been fully reimagined with brand new appliances, including a sleek under-counter microwave and a sparkling modern range hood, plus convenient pull-out trash cans tucked under the counter. Just off the kitchen and dining area through an archway is access to the private patio, complete with a large storage shed and a built-in garden bed-perfect for urban gardening or weekend relaxation. Upstairs, the second level offers a spacious bedroom featuring a large double-door closet with extra storage space above. The full hall bathroom includes a tub/shower combo and a corner shelving area for stylish and functional storage. The third floor is dedicated to a tranquil primary suite, boasting a tasteful accent wall, another large double-door closet, and a spa-inspired ensuite bathroom with a luxurious walk-in waterfall shower. The stairwell connecting the main level to the third floor features stunning handcrafted mosaic tile artwork, a preserved piece of the home's original character. The fully finished basement adds valuable living space and versatility. It includes a modern accent wall with an electric fireplace, a convenient corner coat closet, custom floating shelves, a stylish half bathroom, and a separate utility room housing a brand-new washer and dryer. For year-round comfort and peace of mind, the home is equipped with an all-new smart HVAC system backed by a 10-year transferable warranty. This move-in-ready home is the perfect combination of modern updates and historic charm, with every detail carefully considered for today's urban lifestyle. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1537 Lombard St
General
- Sold For: $616,000
- Taxes: $5,599 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2533902
- Added to Site: 136 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Eat-In
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Electric, Electric
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Gas
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom, Upper 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Upper 2
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2, Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room, Lower 1
- Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
- Breakfast Room: Breakfast Room, Main
- Laundry: Basement, Lower 1
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19146 (19146)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: Philadelphia
- Development Name: Rittenhouse Square
- Subdivision: Rittenhouse Square
- Cross Streets: S 16th St
- Driving Directions: Take S Broad St to Lombard St, Take Lombard St Towards S 15th St, Home will be on the Right.
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Side-by-Side, Straight Thru
- Architectural Style: Side-by-Side, Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick, Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat, Rubber
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 1,227
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,157 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 992 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1850
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 528
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 33.00
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $634.07
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $3,135
- City/TownTax: $2,463
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $400,000
- Tax Amount: $5,599
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 992
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 39
Listed by Redfin Corporation, Andrew G Black
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Rachel Finkelstein
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Schools
Schools serving 1537 Lombard St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Greenfield Albert M School 2200 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | K-8 | 0.7 mi |
Franklin Benjamin High School 550 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | 12-11 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1537 Lombard St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/29/2025
Sold
$616,000
-2.07%
MLS
9/04/2025
Listed
$629,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1537 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2533902) is a Single Family property that was sold at $616,000 on October 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 1537 Lombard Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

