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Listing description

Bright and affordably priced Jr. one bedroom at Academy House, offering exceptional value in the heart of Center City. Low condo fee (includes all utilities except cable and internet which is paid monthly at $75.11) and low taxes, making city living both convenient and cost effective. Real estate taxes are reduced to approx. $1,078. per year for owner occupants with homestead exemption. Freshly painted and sunny unit with eastern exposure for morning sunrises. Separate bedroom with good closet space and large window, complemented by a large coat/storage closet off of the foyer and a linen closet off of the bathroom. Newly retiled tub area in the bathroom. Spacious living room / dining room area with oversized windows, filled with natural light. On site parking garage available to Academy House residents at a discounted monthly fee. Fitness center, gym, indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna are all included in the condo fee. Washer and dryer are conveniently located on the same floor. Residents enjoy access to outstanding amenities including 24/7 doorman, excellent security, package room, outdoor landscaped Terrace level parklike outdoor space, sundeck, community room, and more, all with an amazing Center City location just moments from Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts, public transportation, dining, shopping, and everything that Center City has to offer.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
521 sq ft
Heating
90% Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

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

Lot & parking

Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$341
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2625240
County
Philadelphia County
School district
Philadelphia City
Days on market
46 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
May 23, 2026Listed for sale$177,600

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

$185,000

Above the asking price by 4%.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

This home's sale history

  • Sold June 2026$210,000
  • Sold June 2026$235,000
  • Sold May 2026$485,000
  • Sold May 2026$230,000
  • Sold May 2026$420,000
Full value analysis and the comps behind it

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $2,478 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$35,520 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,150/mo

Principal & interest
$892
Property taxes
$206
Home insurance (est.)
$52

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

Philadelphia City

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 →

FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.

Property taxes

Philadelphia County taxes, explained →

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

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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 2:45 PM EDT

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