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Listing description

SPECIAL LIMITED TIME OFFER FROM THE SELLERS: "If an accepted offer which is scheduled to close prior to October 31, 2026, is signed by all parties by August 31, 2026, we will agree to pay the entire 1.5% capital contribution fee at settlement." Rarely available CORNER 2 bedroom/1.5 bath Academy House condominium in the heart of Center City Philadelphia. Carpeted floors throughout. Full kitchen. Main bathroom includes washer/dryer. Powder room in the hallway. Nicely-sized living room and bedrooms. Separate dining area. 1,019 square feet. As of January 1, 2026, monthly fees are $1,064.43 (condo fee of $989.32 + mandatory cable TV/Internet fee of $75.11) includes all utilities (electric heat, basic cable TV, Internet, air conditioning, hot and cold water) as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center and 24/7 front desk concierge. The terrace floor amenities level includes two endless swim-in-place pools, a hot tub, a large aerobics area, free weights area, core strengthening area and separate yoga room. The common elements also feature a large outdoor plaza with sun deck, outdoor sitting areas, fountain and planters. The building offers discounted valet parking in the garage, at an added cost, subject to availability. Discounted monthly self-parking (subject to availability) is also available for Academy House residents at the Parkway garage across the street. The Academy House is within steps of the Academy of Music, Kimmel Center, and plenty of shopping, fine restaurants and transportation hubs (SEPTA and PATCO). IMPORTANT: The capital contribution fee is 1.5% of the actual sales price of the unit. The number posted in the "Capital Contribution Fee" field reflects 1.5% of the listing price. Please note the listing agent is one of the sellers of the home. The other seller (also a PA licensed agent) is the spouse of the listing agent.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,019 sq ft
Heating
Other
Cooling
Central A/C, Other

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Unit/Flat/Apartment
Architectural style
Contemporary
Year built
1977

Financial

Price / sq ft
$314
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2496370
County
Philadelphia County
School district
The School District Of Philadelphia
Days on NookLocal
429 days

Interior features

Laundry
Main Floor
Levels
1
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Other
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Other
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
None
Total spaces
0

Community

Subdivision
AVENUE OF THE ARTS
HOA amenities
Elevator, Fitness Center, Pool - Indoor, Other
HOA includes
Cable TV, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Heat, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water, Other, and 1 more

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
CMX5
Cross street
15th St

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jun 19, 2025Listed for sale$319,990

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

$280,000

Below the asking price by 12%.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

This home's sale history

  • Sold August 2026$167,250
  • Sold August 2026$226,000
  • Sold August 2026$260,000
  • Sold July 2026$155,000
  • Sold July 2026$255,000
Full value analysis and the comps behind it

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $4,182 (2024 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$63,998 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$2,048/mo

Principal & interest
$1,606
Property taxes
$349
Home insurance (est.)
$93

Taxes use the amount recorded on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

The School District Of Philadelphia

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Philadelphia County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Philadelphia County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which United Real Estate Strive 212 participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:13 PM EDT

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