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Property Description
Step up from the sidewalk and through an unmistakable front door into 1620 Catharine Street. This Graduate Hospital house is perfectly inviting, blending original charm with custom upgrades-like the brand-new kitchen and recently added roof deck! As you enter the front living room, generous daylight streams in from the front windows and the glass sliding door at the back of the house. The sunny living room takes advantage of the property's 16'-wide frontage and is defined by its statement blue fireplace surround and warm wood flooring that continues through the home. A large, open dining room is set between the living room and kitchen; it features a window of its own, floating wood shelves, and it looks onto the newly remodeled kitchen. With Match Remodeling, the owners completely reimagined what this kitchen could be; the entryway has been expanded, the back wall is now bright and open, and the kitchen's design speaks for itself. From the striking two-tone cabinetry with undermount lighting and mixed metal hardware, to the full-wall backsplash, appliance garage, and stainless steel appliances, including a 5-burner gas range and sleek two-door refrigerator, the kitchen is easily a favorite room in this house. A patio extends from the kitchen, behind glass sliding doors, and completes the first level. Back inside, follow the stairwell with its graceful wooden handrail to the upper floors. The second floor offers two bedrooms that share a central hall bathroom. The front bedroom is spacious, with a wide closet and multiple nooks for a wardrobe and desk. The back bedroom functions well as an office or nursery, and has an open closet. A windowed hallway bathroom with a jetted tub and tile surround, as well as a laundry room with a front-loading washer, dryer, and wash basin, completes the second level. The third floor is home to the primary bedroom suite. This king-sized suite has a private entrance off the hallway and comes complete with a wooden accent wall, French doors facing the skyline, a walk-in closet, and a windowed en-suite bathroom. With its jetted tub, wide dual sink vanity, and internal linen closet, the primary bathroom checks all of the boxes. A glass door connects the third-floor hallway with the brand-new two-tier roof deck. Trex decking and illuminated steps guide from the lower deck platform to the massive roof deck above. The city views from the top are unmatched, as the property looks clear down S Chadwick Street! An oversized pergola sets this outdoor space apart from the rest. Before leaving, be sure to check out the finished basement. The lower level is the perfect media room, with its wood-plank entertainment wall and recent addition of an HVAC vent for added temperature control. A utility room is located at the back of the basement and provides additional storage space. Additional amenities include a dual-zone HVAC system with Nest thermostats, dimmable Lutron light switches, and window treatments. The Graduate Hospital neighborhood is a Philadelphia favorite! Catch up with friends at Loco Pez, Pub & Kitchen, SouthGate, or the countless restaurants in the neighboring Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. Graduate Hospital is served by Sprouts Farmers Market, Giant, Target, multiple fitness centers, and SEPTA public transportation. We look forward to showing you around this lovingly maintained house and the amenity-packed neighborhood to which it belongs! Disclaimers: Listing brokerage and licensee do not guarantee square footage or tax data, both of which should be verified by the buyer and their representative. The property has a homestead exemption in place, bringing the 2026 property tax amount to $8,585; without this exemption, the 2026 tax amount would be $9,985. Only owner-occupants are eligible for a homestead exemption and must apply with the City of Philadelphia upon taking ownership. The fireplace is not currently operable. Some photos have been virtually staged or enhanced.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1620 Catharine St
General
- Sold For: $797,500
- Taxes: $8,585 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2578318
- Added to Site: 55 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Other
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer - Front Loading, Dryer - Front Loading
- Flooring: Wood, Tile/Brick, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Roof Deck, Other
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19146 (19146)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: GRADUATE HOSPITAL
- Cross Streets: 16Th
- Driving Directions: Located between 16th & 17th, on the south side of Catharine Street
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
- Elementary School: Edwin M. Stanton
- Middle School: Edwin M. Stanton
- High School: South Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry, Stucco, Other
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Water Proofing System, Sump Pump
- Foundation: Permanent
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,128
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,006 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,728 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 278 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 913
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 58.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $462.93
- Assessment Year: 2026
- Tax w/Assessment: $713,300
- Tax Amount: $8,585
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1728
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Effects
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, Range Hood, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer. Also, the following items at no additional consideration & in current condition: any remaining items on the roof deck and patio.
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Evan Frisina
Sold by KW Empower, Robert Joseph Harrison V
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Schools
Schools serving 1620 Catharine St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edwin M Stanton School 1700 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 | K-8 | 0.1 mi |
South Philadelphia High School 2101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1620 Catharine St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/16/2026
Sold
$797,500
-0.31%
MLS
2/11/2026
Listed
$799,950
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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.
1620 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2578318) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $797,500 on March 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 1620 Catharine Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

