This turnkey gem is dazzling with ample square footage and a highly desirable floor plan that works for all! 117 Federal Street is where inspired design meets family functionality. Whether you are flying solo, empty nesting, raising a family or newly coupled, this house has you covered. Owner/designer Karlena Sellani partnered with Walnut Tree Construction to create a spectacular home with texture, materials and color. With 3 outdoor spaces, a chef's kitchen, soaring ceilings and windows, you can entertain with comfort and luxury at every level. Enter the home through an imported Italian door leading into a spacious first floor foyer, den, half bath and an ample patio surfaced with wood and unique planters. The second floor is an entertaining oasis complete with an extra large kitchen island, timeless wood cabinetry extending to 9 foot ceilings, a beautiful stainless hood over a chef’s stove. In the spacious dining room and included in this sale is a Veraluz Flow chandelier made from upcycled metals. The living room is sunlit with a beautiful navy accent wall, oversized bay windows and a gas fireplace framed in Spanish ceramic tile with a slate threshold. The third floor has two bedrooms connected by a Jack and Jill bathroom with a double vanity, a separate water closet and a linen closet and is beautifully fitted with pocket doors. Also on the third floor is a separate laundry room with built in cabinetry that provides a surface for folding. On the top floor you will find a serene primary suite with three California closets, a large bathroom with a soaking tub, dual vanity, rain shower, a separate water closet and a linen closet. Have morning coffee or enjoy cocktails watching the sunset through the suite's French doors that open to a private front deck lined with Ipe wood and a rear deck that offers additional outdoor space and the possibility of access to a future roof deck. Finally, the finished basement is yet another beautiful area for entertaining, exercise or a 4th bedroom that has a barn door fabricated from reclaimed shipyard wood and a walk in California closet. The unfinished portion of the basement provides space for storage and a portion of it could be converted to an additional bathroom while retaining ample storage. The front facade of the home was recently faced with Hardie Plank and an architecturally stunning black steel garage door. All entrances are framed in cedar wood and there are Hunter Douglas shades and shutters throughout. This home is an absolutely UNIQUE combination of price quality and location, steps away from Queen Village, and an easy walk to Bella Vista, Society Hill and the Italian Market.
Sold for $790,000
$790,000
117 Federal St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
4beds
3,000sqft
Townhouse
Built in 2008
905 Square Feet Lot
$798,400 Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$4,027 Estimated rent
Home value
$798,400
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Gas fireplaceBlack steel garage doorMaster suiteSoaking tubOversized bay windowsSpacious first floor foyerCustom window blinds
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Listed by:
Matthew Aragona 610-745-3211,
Compass RE,
Co-Listing Agent: Lauren Chalmers Marion 267-975-3224,
Compass RE
Bought with:
Sylvia Marte, RS296010
SERHANT PENNSYLVANIA LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2547962
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Bedroom 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Double Sink, Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Jack and Jill Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Features: Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Dining Area, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Foyer
- Features: Lighting - Wall sconces, Lighting - Ceiling, Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Ceiling, Lighting - Pendants, Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendants, Lighting - Ceiling, Kitchen Island
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Primary Bath(s), Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Cathedral Ceiling(s), 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Casement
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,000
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, On Street, Attached, Other
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Five
- Stories: 5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 905 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 49.00
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 021236140
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Negotiable, See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Green energy
- Construction elements: Renewable Materials, Conserving Materials/Methods
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm, Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Pennsport
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $263/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $698,400
- Annual tax amount: $9,776
- Date on market: 10/15/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA
- Inclusions: Wine Fridge, Refrigerator, Chandelier In Dining Room, Washer, Dryer
- Exclusions: 2 Mirrors In Basement Walk In Closet
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $790,000$263/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2547962 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2025 | Contingent | $790,000$263/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2547962 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $790,000-3.9%$263/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2547962 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2025 | Price change | $822,000-3.3%$274/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2547962 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900+70.3%$283/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2542624 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2011 | Sold | $499,000$166/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2011 | Listed for sale | $499,000$166/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #5463423 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,776 +11% | $698,400 +11% |
| 2024 | $8,805 | $629,000 |
| 2023 | $8,805 +10.1% | $629,000 |
| 2022 | $7,997 +96.8% | -- |
| 2021 | $4,063 -44.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $7,380 +281.5% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,935 +28.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,504 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,504 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,504 | $409,700 +1023.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $36,480 |
| 2011 | -- | $36,480 |
| 2010 | -- | $36,480 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Pennsport
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- 6/10Vare-Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Furness Horace High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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