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1636 North Street
Fairmount
Philadelphia, PA 19130
19130 Art Museum Fairmount
The School District Of Philadelphia
Philadelphia County
Asking Price$1,599,000
  Sale Pending  
Bedrooms4
Full Baths3
Partial Baths1
Acres0.04
Interior SqFt7,585
Age21
HeatingNatural Gas
Fireplaces1
CoolingCentral A/C
WaterPublic
SewerPublic
Garages2
Taxes (2025)16,972

Description
A grand modern residence commanding the prominent corner of 17th and North Streets, this Cope Linder–designed townhome is a standout example of contemporary urban living. With North, South, and West exposures, the home is filled with natural light throughout the day, while its corner orientation gives it a distinguished presence within the Art Museum/Fairmount neighborhood A marble entry hall sets the tone upon arrival, offering a sense of scale and refinement. This level includes elevator access to the upper floors, a coat closet, basement access, and direct entry from the fully covered two-car garage with built-in central vacuum. To the right of the foyer, a versatile den serves beautifully as a fourth bedroom, in-law suite, guest quarters, or home office, complete with a full bath featuring a glass vanity and a glass-enclosed tub/shower combination. The second level opens to an expansive living and dining room spanning the 26-foot width of the home. A gas fireplace anchors the living area, while oversized windows capture abundant light from the home’s corner exposures. A south-facing deck extends from the living room, creating an easy indoor-outdoor connection for everyday living and entertaining. The chef’s kitchen is both warm and functional, featuring abundant cabinetry, a large island, bay window overlooking North Street, Viking six-burner range with double ovens, Viking refrigerator, wet bar, and a breakfast area with wine and beverage refrigeration. A powder room with tasteful wallpaper sits between the kitchen and stair hall. The third floor hosts three well-proportioned bedrooms and a hall bath. The front-facing bedroom features a Juliette balcony and spacious closet, while the second bedroom enjoys excellent light and its own well-sized closet. A marble hall bath with double sinks, marble vanity, and tub-shower combination serves the floor, along with a conveniently located laundry station near the primary suite. The primary suite is a calm retreat with a walk-in closet and a spa-like bath featuring double sinks, marble vanity, a glass-enclosed quartz shower, and a dedicated bathroom closet — a refined European detail rarely found in city homes. At the top of the home, a pilot house with full wet bar opens directly to a roof deck with panoramic views across Fairmount and the Center City skyline — an ideal setting for sunset gatherings and city entertaining. The finished, carpeted lower level provides flexible space for a family room, gym, playroom, or media lounge. Additional highlights include elevator access to all levels, multiple outdoor spaces, abundant storage, and secure two-car garage parking. Just steps from Fairmount Avenue’s dining scene, the Philadelphia Art Museum, the Barnes Foundation, the new Calder Gardens, and the cultural institutions of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, this exceptional residence offers a rare blend of architectural distinction, modern comfort, and urban convenience.

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Location


Driving Directions
On the corner of 17th and North

Details
Architectural Type - Contemporary
Garage(s) - Inside Access, Garage Door Opener
Flooring - Wood, Tile/Brick
Basement - Full, Brick/Mortar
Fireplace(s) - Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
Interior Features - Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Ceiling Fan(s), WhirlPool/HotTub, Central Vacuum, Elevator, Wet/Dry Bar, Kitchen - Eat-In, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Recessed Lighting, Door Features: French, Laundry: Upper Floor
Appliances - Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dryer, Six Burner Stove, Washer
Rooms List - Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 3, Kitchen
Exterior Features - Brick
Cooling - Central A/C, Electric
Heating - Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Hot Water - Natural Gas
Sewer - Public Sewer
Water - Public
Additional Utilities - Cable TV, Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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Assessment : 1212500
Latitude : 39.966201
Longitude : -75.164580
EveryHome Number : APH257-60112
Listing Courtesy BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square
Zoning Designation RM1