Magnificent spacious and historic, light-filled townhome on a tree-lined Society Hill block. This c.1808 home was one of the original homes listed on the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places and has 5 bedrooms plus a capacious family room, 3.5 baths, and a finished lower level. It offers stunning, quintessential early 19th century Federal character throughout, yet includes renovations and updates to superb 21st century standards. From the 10' ceilings to the original random-width pine floors throughout. The huge 12-pane double hung south-facing windows to the original moldings. The original wood-burning fireplace to the light filled dining room and updated eat-in kitchen. The just renovated luxurious primary suite to the huge family room plus the finished lower level. Built-ins. Nooks and crannies. Original detail. Fully rewired electric. Skylight and huge windows for spectacular light throughout. Cozy, private patio. Well-maintained mechanicals. Superb space and layout. A+ location. 99 WalkScore. Parks, super-markets, restaurants, coffee shops, farmers’ market… just everything. Plus Seller Paid Garage PARKING less than two blocks away.
Sold for $1,300,000
$1,300,000
537 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
5beds
3,725sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1808
1,134 Square Feet Lot
$1,619,900 Zestimate®
$349/sqft
$7,170 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,619,900
$1.46M - $1.81M
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Private patioHuge family roomLight-filled townhomeCapacious family roomLight filled dining roomUpdated eat-in kitchenHuge windows
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Listed by:
Jeff City Block 215-833-7088,
Compass RE,
Listing Team: City Block Team
Bought with:
Emily Nussbaum, RS335286
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2252910
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,725
- Total interior livable area: 3,725 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,725
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Other, Prepaid, On Street, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,134 sqft
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 63.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 051184500
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1808
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Society Hill
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2023 | Sold | $1,300,000-10.3%$349/sqft |
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| 7/20/2023 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$389/sqft |
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| 7/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+46.5%$389/sqft |
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| 10/29/2018 | Sold | $990,000-9.6%$266/sqft |
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| 8/1/2018 | Pending sale | $1,095,000$294/sqft |
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse #1002000322 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000-4.7%$294/sqft |
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| 8/3/2017 | Listing removed | $600 |
Source: Irvin Real Estate, Inc. - Property # 369562 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2017 | Listed for rent | $600 |
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| 6/30/2016 | Listing removed | $1,149,000$308/sqft |
Source: Plumer & Associates Inc #6667214 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2016 | Price change | $1,149,000-4.2%$308/sqft |
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| 3/4/2016 | Price change | $1,199,000-2.9%$322/sqft |
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| 1/5/2016 | Price change | $1,235,000-5%$332/sqft |
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| 11/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+188.9%$349/sqft |
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| 10/20/1997 | Sold | $450,000$121/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,079 +5.5% | $1,363,000 +5.5% |
| 2024 | $18,078 | $1,291,500 |
| 2023 | $18,078 -1.8% | $1,291,500 |
| 2022 | $18,403 | -- |
| 2021 | $18,403 +14.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $16,098 -6.7% | -- |
| 2017 | $17,250 +23.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $13,970 | -- |
| 2015 | $13,970 | -- |
| 2014 | $13,970 | $1,028,000 +681.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $131,520 |
| 2011 | -- | $131,520 |
| 2010 | -- | $131,520 |
| 2009 | -- | $131,520 |
| 2008 | -- | $131,520 |
| 2007 | -- | $131,520 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $122,336 |
| 2005 | -- | $122,336 |
| 2004 | -- | $122,336 |
| 2003 | -- | $122,336 +23.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $98,880 +18.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $83,200 |
| 1999 | -- | $83,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Society Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10McCall Gen George A SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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