Lovely 3 bedroom, 1 full bath, 2 half bath home on a charming and quiet tree lined street just footsteps from Rittenhouse Square and all the amenities of Center City. First floor features high ceilings, exposed beams, and an updated kitchen. The spacious rear patio (approx 16’ by 10’) is perfect for entertaining and could be fenced / walled off by the next owner to make it more private.. The second floor is home to the hall bathroom and a large front bedroom with great light and a walk in closet. Third floor features two bedrooms as well as a half bathroom in the hall. A fourth floor loft space provides ample storage space and allows the finished basement with its high ceilings and half bath to be used exclusively as additional living space. Don’t miss this wonderful home in the heart of it all.
Sold for $557,000
$557,000
1638 Waverly St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
3beds
1,280sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1750
560 Square Feet Lot
$572,100 Zestimate®
$435/sqft
$3,565 Estimated rent
Home value
$572,100
$515,000 - $635,000
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Additional living spaceFinished basementSpacious rear patioLarge front bedroomHigh ceilingsAmple storage spaceWalk in closet
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Listed by:
Emily Seroska 215-859-2424,
Compass RE
Bought with:
Esther Cohen-Eskin, RS348032
Compass RE
Jessa Bernstein, RS350452
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2462054
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Level: Unspecified
Family room
- Level: Unspecified
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Exposed Beams, Eat-in Kitchen, Attic, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Energy Efficient, Replacement
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,280
- Total interior livable area: 1,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 960
- Finished area below ground: 320
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three and One Half
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 560 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 35.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 081105900
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1750
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Rittenhouse Square
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2025 | Sold | $557,000-1.4%$435/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2462054 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2025 | Contingent | $565,000$441/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2462054 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $565,000+25.6%$441/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2462054 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2015 | Sold | $450,000+2.3%$352/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2015 | Listed for sale | $439,900+16.2%$344/sqft |
Source: BHHS Fox & Roach #6532982 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2010 | Sold | $378,500-14%$296/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2008 | Listing removed | $439,900$344/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #5414204 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2008 | Listed for sale | $439,900+10.3%$344/sqft |
Source: Prudential Real Estate #5414204 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2006 | Sold | $399,000+20.5%$312/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2004 | Sold | $331,000+87%$259/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2003 | Sold | $177,000$138/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,989 +9.6% | $570,700 +9.6% |
| 2024 | $7,292 | $520,900 |
| 2023 | $7,292 +2.2% | $520,900 |
| 2022 | $7,136 | -- |
| 2021 | $7,136 +3.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $6,907 | -- |
| 2017 | $6,907 +37.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $5,039 | -- |
| 2015 | $5,039 | -- |
| 2014 | $5,039 +53.9% | $360,000 +808.7% |
| 2012 | $3,275 | $39,616 |
| 2011 | -- | $39,616 |
| 2010 | -- | $39,616 |
| 2009 | -- | $39,616 |
| 2008 | -- | $39,616 |
| 2007 | -- | $39,616 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $36,864 |
| 2005 | -- | $36,864 |
| 2004 | -- | $36,864 |
| 2003 | -- | $36,864 +30.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $28,256 |
| 2000 | -- | $28,256 +3.9% |
| 1999 | -- | $27,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Greenfield Albert M SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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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- Rittenhouse
- 1638 Waverly St
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