Philadelphia, PA 19143,351 S 47TH ST #B305

$307,305

$315,000

2.4%
Est.Price: ?

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Est. payment /mo

3 Beds

3 Baths

1,720 SqFt


SOLD DATE : 12/02/2015

Key Details

Sold Price $307,305

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Unit/Flat/Apartment

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,720 sqft

Price per Sqft $178

Subdivision University City

MLS Listing ID 1000021762

Sold Date 12/02/15

Style Other

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Fees $907/mo

HOA Y/N Y

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,720

Originating Board TREND

Year Built 1923

Annual Tax Amount $2,829

Tax Year 2015

Property Description

The Garden Court condos offer sunny, spacious, affordable, one-floor living in an elegant, solid, pre-war design. These high-end units were developed by Clarence Siegel in 1923, & the original 25 meter indoor pool has been refurbished & is open for use year-round along w/a billiard room, library, & gym. The building hosts two courtyards w/koi-filled fountains & seating for enjoying a relaxing meal al fresco.Beyond the double-door security system, is a spacious entry foyer, w/elevator access, B305 is tucked high above the pedestrian traffic on the third floor. It offers a huge 1720 s.f., 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath corner unit - w/a sun-drenched 'Juliet' balcony garden on the south side, overlooking Pine Street. The kitchen is recently remodeled, w/sustainable IceStone countertops made of recycled glass. The renovations allow for an open-floor plan ideal for entertaining. Solid red oak floors throughout. In the main area of the unit, there's a room-sized entry foyer; a large living room w/a decorative fireplace; a formal dining room; a laundry room/partial bath, & a study or small bedroom. Open the kitchen door for access to an outdoor balcony/walkway. In the other 'wing' of the unit, there are two large bedrooms -- & two handsome, period baths, w/ceramic tile floors, stained glass windows, vitrolite glass walls & 6 ft long cast iron tubs. The original windows have been updated to energy-efficient double-panes that block street noise & keep the unit insulated. All assessments are paid for this unit! Sunny, bright, & airy on the third-floor w/both privacy, safety & a beautiful south-facing view overlooking Japanese maples, azaleas, & cherry blossoms of neighboring gardens; a unique corner unit favored original architectural details. Convenient location near Upenn/Drexel Univ. & public transport w/a bus line downtown at the end of the block. The neighborhood has a vibrant cultural scene including microbreweries, the public tennis court at the end of the block, the Clark Park Farmers' Market, & numerous shopping outlets within a 5-block radius. The building provides a wonderful living arrangement for all ages. Elevator access to one-floor living w/on-site gym & tri-weekly water aerobics group meetings, make the unit a safe, low-maintenance option. Lea Elementary is the local school catchment, which benefits from the engagement of the University of Pennsylvania & numerous community groups. Lea is slated to put in a new playground &greenspace in 2016.

Location

State PA

County Philadelphia

Area 19143 (19143)

Zoning RSA3

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1

Interior

Interior Features Kitchen - Eat-In

Hot Water Other

Heating Oil

Cooling None

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplace Y

Heat Source Oil

Laundry Main Floor

Exterior

Amenities Available Swimming Pool

Water Access N

Accessibility None

Garage N

Building

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Other

Additional Building Above Grade

New Construction N

Schools

School District The School District Of Philadelphia

Others

HOA Fee Include Pool(s)

Tax ID 888461032

Ownership Condominium

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Listed by David M. Sweeney • REAL Home Services and Solutions, Inc.
Bought with William Grubb • BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
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