1920 Waverly Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 - Photo 1

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$687,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
2 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
1,184 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Step into the charm of old Philadelphia's Ringgold Place with this beautifully preserved 2-bedroom historic townhome in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. Built in the 1860s, this home offers timeless character and modern upgrades. You'll appreciate the hardwood floors and new windows (replaced in 2023) throughout. And upon entering, you'll be drawn to the charming wood-burning fireplace and a sweet window seat perfect for curling up with a book. The thoughtfully updated kitchen features granite counter tops, heated floors, a cooktop range with wall oven, and plenty of cabinet and storage space. There is also laundry, a convenient walk-out egress and a powder room in the lower level. Each of the two spacious bedrooms has its own full bath, offering comfort and privacy. Step outside to your own private garden oasis-ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or letting your furry friend roam. Just a short walk to Center City, University of Pennsylvania, 30th Street Station, CHOP, Drexel University, Rittenhouse Square and South Street bars and restaurants and everything downtown Philly has to offer. This home is perfect for anyone seeking warmth, history, and convenience all in one.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1920 Waverly St

General

Sold For: $687,000
Taxes: $7,917 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2479710
Added to Site: 289 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher

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

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2
Bedrooms Upper: 2
Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Upper 1
Primary Bedroom 2: Primary Bedroom, Unspecified
Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1, Upper 1

Other Rooms

Living Room: Living Room, Main
Kitchen: Kitchen - Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Lower 1
Laundry: Lower Floor, Has Laundry

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: 19146 (19146)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: Philadelphia
Development Name: Rittenhouse Square
Subdivision: Rittenhouse Square
Cross Streets: S. 19Th St.
Driving Directions: Please use GPS
Direction Faces: North
Historic District: Yes

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Colonial
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Windows, Full, Daylight, Full, Heated, Improved, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level, Walkout Stairs
Foundation: Stone
Windows: ENERGY STAR Qualified, Energy Efficient, Replacement, Screens
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 1,184
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,184 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,184 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1862
Year Built Source: Estimated

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 420
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 30.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $548.14
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $4,433
City/TownTax: $3,483
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $565,600
Tax Amount: $7,917
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 882

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 279

Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square, Jacob Markovitz and Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square, Karrie Gavin
Sold by BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square, Arielle K Roemer

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Schools

Schools serving 1920 Waverly St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Greenfield Albert M School 2200 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103	K-8	0.5 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 1920 Waverly St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/11/2025

Sold

$687,000

5.86%

MLS

5/07/2025

Listed

$649,000

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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.

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