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Property Description
Character Meets Modern Comfort in Passyunk Square, one of Philadelphia's most beloved neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse is full of the kind of personality you can't fake. Step up the classic Philly stoop, to a crisp facade, enter through the French navy door, over the warm tone hardwood floors, under the coordinating warm wood-plank ceilings, and through gallery-worthy natural light that sets the vibe immediately. You'll find a colorful home with soul that has been thoughtfully updated. The living room strikes a perfect balance of cozy and curated, flowing into a dining room with jewel-toned walls made for dinner parties and lingering conversation. At the heart of the home, a stunning chef's kitchen pairs walnut cabinetry with cool quartz counters, warm radiant heat floors, a geometric tile backsplash, and stainless appliances all teaming up to balance aesthetics with functionality. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms include a light-filled primary with a soaring vaulted ceiling and a generous walk-in dressing room. A cheerful blue study offers the ideal work-from-home retreat or reading room. A hall bath services both while the third floor guest suite is complete with its own ensuite bathroom featuring slate accents that add a splash of earthy texture. The upgrades here are the kind that matter: a fully owned solar array for real energy savings, high-velocity central air that keeps things cool and breezy all summer, radiant heat for cozying up and keeping everyone toasty warm in the winters, and energy-efficient windows throughout for year-round efficiency. A full basement with newer laundry offers abundant storage and room to grow. Out back, your private patio is shaded by a flowering dogwood. String lights overhead, add patio furniture, and poof, you've created the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening cocktails, and the rare gift of true outdoor space in the city. And the location location location? Hard to beat. You're steps from Passyunk's celebrated restaurants, world famous sandwiches, eclectic cafés, Milk Jawn, a variety of fitness facilities, local shops, leafy green parks, well-regarded schools, and public transit (el stations less than a mile away), and highway access all within easy reach. This isn't just a house. It's a place to settle in, put down roots, and enjoy.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 832 Wharton St
General
- Sold For: $550,000
- Taxes: $5,396 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2651944
- Added to Site: 92 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
- Flooring: Wood, Heated
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
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19147 (19147)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: PASSYUNK SQUARE
- Cross Streets: 8Th
- Driving Directions: Wharton is a one way street traveling east. To pull up in front of the property, drive up 9th or down 10th to turn onto Wharton.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Solar On Grid
- Cooling Fuel: Electric, Solar Photovoltaic
- Heating Type: Radiator, Radiant
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Other
- Windows: Energy Efficient
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,090
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,618 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,618 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,005
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 16 x 63
- Zoning: RSA5
- Lot Description: Rear Yard
Green Features
- Energy Generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $339.93
- School Tax: $3,021
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $385,500
- Tax Amount: $5,396
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
- Lot Number: 28
Listed by Elfant Wissahickon Realtors, Jeanne A Whipple
Sold by BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square, Kevin Engell
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Schools
Schools serving 832 Wharton St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kirkbride Eliza B School 1501 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 832 Wharton St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/07/2026
Sold
$550,000
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MLS
8/04/2026
Listed
$550,000
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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.
832 Wharton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (MLS# PAPH2651944) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $550,000 on October 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 832 Wharton 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.

