1830 Rittenhouse Sq APT 15A, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Welcome to 1830 Rittenhouse, the first high rise building on the Square. The original 1920s sidelights continue to decorate the main entry. Step off the elevator onto the 15th floor of 1830 Rittenhouse, where you are greeted by a grand three bedroom 4,5 bathroom home. This dwelling has been meticulously updated and maintained, with 10 foot ceilings and restored plaster moldings. Only one other unit occupies this floor. Upon entering the home you are greeted by a spacious, elegant formal hall. With is herringbone wood floors. Beyond the hall is a bright, spacious living room, where a wall of windows provides a northern view of the Square and the skyline. Off the living room French doors lead to the formal dining room. The dining area flows directly into a comfortable den featuring a large seating area, a modern vented fireplace surrounded by a wall of custom floor to ceiling cabinets. Bay windows provide even more views of Rittenhouse Square. Off the great room a bright and sunny south-facing kitchen, designed by Joanne Hudson The Downsview cabinets and shelving were all custom designed for the space, and reach the ceilings. As a highly functional catering kitchen, there are two stoves and two sinks. One stove is a Wolf with four burners and two ovens, the other a Dacor. The counter tops are granite. Suspended glass lighting, honey-toned cabinets, white floor tiles and a south facing window add to the brightness of the space. In the middle, an island serves double duty as a seating/eating area. An informal dining area occupies a corner of the kitchen, featuring built banquet ,numerous windows and a fireplace. Nearby is a powder room, with black and white tiled walls, and an elegant copper sink, Beyond the kitchen is a cozy bedroom with its own subway-tiled bath and shower Adjacent to the bedroom is the laundry room, with side-by-side washer and dryer, a separate sink, custom cabinets and hanging space. The primary suite features Original arched windows providing views of the square. Through an arched door in the bedroom, a separate room is currently used as a home office. There are 2 primary bathrooms and large walk-in closets in each. The third bedroom suite is bright and airy, with a ensuite bath. This room also contains floor to ceiling custom cabinetry, and a walk-in closet. Amenities of the building include the only remaining attended elevator in Philadelphia, a gym in the basement, easy access to museums, theaters, restaurants, schools, shops, the airport, rail stations, and - of course - Rittenhouse Square