A RARE FIND IN RITTENHOUSE / FITLER SQUARE — LUXURY LIVING WITH TIMELESS APPEAL. Welcome to 2217 Locust Street, a beautifully reimagined red-brick Victorian residence offering the perfect blend of historic charm, modern comfort, and unmatched flexibility for today’s homeowner. This distinguished townhouse features a grand, two-level owner’s residence atop the property, crowned by a breathtaking private rooftop terrace , a true sanctuary in the heart of the city. Designed to live like a classic single-family home, the owner’s residence features three bedrooms and three full bathrooms, thoughtfully arranged to fit a modern lifestyle. The primary suite boasts a spacious dressing area, original fireplaces, and a beautifully updated bath. A second bedroom is currently configured as a cozy den with a built-in bar, while a third has been transformed into an inviting library/office with custom shelving and a rolling ladder. The chef’s kitchen, outfitted with KraftMaid cabinetry, Viking range & stainless steel appliances, and a built-in banquette, is perfect for both everyday meals and entertaining. Escape to the full-floor private rooftop terrace, an expansive, two-level retreat with Trex decking, integrated lighting, and unobstructed skyline views. Complete with water and electric hookups, this is outdoor living at its finest. On the first floor are two additional self-contained units, ideal for extended family, guest quarters, or future rental income. The front studio is rich in character, featuring soaring 14-foot ceilings, ornate original moldings, a marble fireplace, and a statement chandelier sourced from a Society Hill estate. The rear one-bedroom unit spans two levels with a spiral staircase, a gas fireplace, bay windows, a modern kitchen, and a private garden patio, perfect for visiting friends or longer stays. Both units offer the flexibility to be seamlessly incorporated into the upper residence, allowing for the creation of an even larger, more expansive single-family home tailored to your needs. Situated in the heart of Fitler Square, this pet-friendly residence offers the best of city living, steps to acclaimed dining, boutique shopping, 30th Street Station, the Schuylkill River Trail, and Rittenhouse Square. Conveniently close to the UPenn and Drexel campuses, HUP, CHOP, and major highways.
For sale
Price cut: $100K (6/17)
$1,495,000
2217 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
4beds
3,060sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1800
1,335 Square Feet Lot
$1,435,100 Zestimate®
$489/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceMarble fireplaceRed-brick victorian residenceBuilt-in banquettePrivate rooftop terraceThree bedroomsPrivate garden patio
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 17, 2025 at 01:49pm
Listed by:
Andy Oei 215-695-5042,
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square (215) 546-0550
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2474888

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 5
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,060
- Total interior livable area: 3,060 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,060
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,335 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 70.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 082092650
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fitler Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $489/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $794,500
- Annual tax amount: $11,121
- Date on market: 4/27/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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