Not a fan of soulless cookie-cutter rehabs with grey vinyl floors, white kitchens, and builder-grade everything? Welcome home to 1205 S 8th St, an artfully reimagined Passyunk Square brick row home where rich history meets modern city living! This two-bedroom plus office, two-full-bathroom home stands out with high-end and custom elements that you literally won't find anywhere else. The home was painstakingly rehabbed using sustainable and salvaged materials and was featured on Apartment Therapy. Step through the front door into an open-concept main level anchored by striking blue slate floors and a cozy Napoleon wood-burning stove. The kitchen is a showstopper for culinary enthusiasts, featuring reclaimed wood cabinetry, a premium Bertazzoni range, and countertops repurposed from the historic marble stairs of Philadelphia's iconic Divine Lorraine Hotel. Sliding glass doors from the kitchen open to a private patio—your perfect little oasis for grilling or gardening. Behind an antique freezer door, the finished basement serves as an ideal home office, den, or media room. Moving upstairs, the second floor boasts a full bathroom, a spacious bedroom with custom reclaimed shelving and doors, and a flexible den/office space. Why settle for boring flat white ceilings? Ceiling murals on this level are by local sign artist Darin Rowland. The third floor is home to a dreamy, loft-like primary suite featuring dramatic vaulted ceilings, ample deep closet storage, and exceptional natural light. The location is unbeatable—just blocks from the Italian Market, East Passyunk, and Bella Vista. Enjoy easy access to the city’s finest dining, cafes, shops, and parks right outside your door. Do not miss this magical urban gem!
Under contract
$475,000
1205 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
2beds
1,289sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
493 Square Feet Lot
$487,500 Zestimate®
$369/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private patioPremium bertazzoni rangeDreamy loft-like primary suiteExceptional natural lightOpen-concept main levelStriking blue slate floorsReclaimed wood cabinetry
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rosie Dillon 267-225-6673,
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square 2158939920,
Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group, Co-Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group,Co-Listing Agent: Karrie Gavin 215-260-1376,
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2628412
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 200
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Free Standing
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,289
- Total interior livable area: 1,289 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,089
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 493 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 34.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 021503300
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Passyunk Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $369/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $390,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,471
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Kitchen Island, Back Patio Planter
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$487,500
$463,000 - $512,000
$2,593/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Contingent | $475,000$369/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $475,000+17.3%$369/sqft |
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| 4/19/2021 | Sold | $405,000+24.6%$314/sqft |
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| 12/17/2010 | Sold | $325,000+4040.1%$252/sqft |
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| 10/22/2009 | Sold | $7,850-94%$6/sqft |
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| 5/23/2007 | Sold | $130,000$101/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,472 +4.3% | $390,900 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $5,245 | $374,700 |
| 2023 | $5,245 +15.3% | $374,700 |
| 2022 | $4,551 | -- |
| 2021 | $4,551 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $4,199 +15.4% | -- |
| 2017 | $3,639 -83.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $22,542 +702.4% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,809 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,809 | $230,700 +4377.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $5,152 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,152 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,152 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,152 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,152 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,152 +7.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $4,800 +42.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $3,360 +40% |
| 2000 | -- | $2,400 |
| 1999 | -- | $2,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Passyunk Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Vare-Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Furness Horace High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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