1816 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 - Photo 1

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$450,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
5 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
2,195 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Are you ready for your new project? Welcome to 1816 Catharine Street, a classic 3-story, 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome with a traditional red-brick façade, timeless curb appeal, and original details throughout. RM1 Zoning also allows for a duplex conversion by right. Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined block in the heart of Graduate Hospital, this home offers the perfect blend of location, layout, and long-term potential. Step inside to a spacious, combined living and dining area, ideal for entertaining or everyday comfort. The rear kitchen offers an opportunity to create a modern eat-in space with direct access to a private backyard. Upstairs, you'll find five bright bedrooms with closet space, original hardwood floors, and a full bathroom on the second floor. The full, unfinished basement adds additional value, featuring a conveniently placed half bath, laundry area, and plenty of room for storage, a workshop, or future finished living space. Full renovation is needed, so wether you're an investor or a homeowner ready to make your mark, this home is a blank canvas awaiting your vision. With a Walk Score of 95, you're steps from Catharine Park, a quick stroll to Rittenhouse Square, and surrounded by beloved neighborhood spots like Ultimo Coffee, Fitzwater Street Bagels, Café Ynez, and Loco Pez. Multiple grocery stores, public transit options, and quick commutes to Penn, CHOP, and Center City only add to the appeal. Original charm, unbeatable location, and endless potential, 1816 Catharine Street is a rare opportunity in one of Philadelphia's most desirable neighborhoods. Property is being sold in as-is condition.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1816 Catharine St

General

Sold For: $450,000
Taxes: $6,822 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2494880
Added to Site: 215 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Wood Floors
Appliances: Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Upper: 5
Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Other Rooms

Laundry: Basement, Has Laundry

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: 19146 (19146)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: Philadelphia
Development Name: Graduate Hospital
Subdivision: Graduate Hospital
Driving Directions: From S 18th Street, turn left onto Catharine Street, property located on the left hand side.

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Straight Thru
Architectural Style: Straight Thru
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished, Windows
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Flat
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,195
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,720 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,720 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1915
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 864
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 54.00
Zoning: RM1

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $290.64
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $3,820
City/TownTax: $3,001
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $487,400
Tax Amount: $6,822
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1720

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 342

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Schools

Schools serving 1816 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	1.3 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 1816 Catharine St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/21/2025

Sold

$450,000

-9.98%

MLS

6/16/2025

Listed

$499,900

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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.

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Beds
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1816 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2494880) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $450,000 on July 21, 2025. This property was listed by Michael Scipione from our Old City Office.Want to learn more about 1816 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.

1816 Catharine St Philadelphia, PA 19146