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Listing description

If you are looking for the wow factor and a truly special living space, you will find it at 511 York Square in Old City. This bi-level penthouse offers that wonderful combination of drama and practicality—not always an easy combination to achieve. Park your car in the included garage space, walk past the door person to the elevator, and open the door on the fifth floor to a home that immediately makes an impression. The main level features a spacious living and dining area, an open kitchen, a convenient powder room, and, best of all, two enormous sets of windows plus a sliding glass door leading to a wonderfully usable private terrace. With wood floors throughout and an abundance of natural light, this is a home that feels impressive without ever feeling formal. The open kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with a generous dining area, counter seating for four, granite countertops, and attractive white cabinetry. The conveniently located powder room means guests never need to venture upstairs to the private bedroom level. Here, you will find those same enormous windows in both bedrooms, filling each room with light and giving them an airy, open feeling. The second bedroom is conveniently located near the full hall bathroom, while the primary suite offers its own private terrace and ensuite bathroom. An additional secluded space is perfectly suited for a home office, giving you a dedicated place to work without sacrificing valuable living space. And there is more: the garage space and additional storage are included, while the building offers a lovely lobby and fitness room. Designed by renowned Philadelphia architect Cecil Baker, 511 York Square has been a popular Old City address for more than 20 years, offering the kind of combination that is hard to find—architectural design, generous proportions, abundant windows, private outdoor space, parking, storage, and an exceptional location. It is a very special home in a very special part of Philadelphia.Parking Space # 49 and storage bin #5.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,409 sq ft
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Penthouse Unit/Flat/Apartment
Architectural style
Contemporary
Year built
2006

Lot & parking

Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$451
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2675608
County
Philadelphia County
School district
Philadelphia City
Days on NookLocal
Just listed

Interior features

Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry
Patio & porch
Balconies- Multiple

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage
Garage type
Covered Parking
Total spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
OLD CITY
HOA amenities
Elevator, Exercise Room
HOA includes
Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal

Lot & zoning

Zoning
CMX3

Included in the sale

Possession
0-30 Days CD

Price history

DateEventPrice
Oct 6, 2026Listed for sale$635,000

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

Estimated value

$630,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Philadelphia County assessment ratio, and this home's own December 2024 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
January 2026 for $350,000
Current list price
$635,000
County assessment implies
$604,198

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
319 VINE ST #307, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106September 2026$655,0002/21,275$711,249
258 S 3RD ST #1, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106September 2026$605,0002/21,594$651,982
113 N BREAD ST #3H6, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106October 2026$470,0002/21,201$536,149
1414 S PENN SQ #10A, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102September 2026$570,0002/21,314$680,568
1420 LOCUST ST #29A, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102October 2026$565,0002/21,524$629,653
3130 CAPRI DR #16, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145September 2026$520,0002/21,471$504,233

Sale history

DateEventPrice
December 2024Sold$550,000
April 2022Sold$745,000
April 2021Sold$475,000
March 2021Sold$460,000
October 2020Sold$495,000
April 2020Sold$345,000
June 2019Sold$307,000
May 2019Sold$525,000
March 2019Sold$330,000
August 2018Sold$1,100,000
January 2018Sold$465,000
August 2017Sold$295,000
August 2015Sold$1,050,000
May 2014Sold$337,500
February 2014Sold$720,000
August 2013Sold$520,000
June 2013Sold$465,000

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $7,978 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$127,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$4,038/mo

Principal & interest
$3,188
Property taxes
$665
Home insurance (est.)
$185

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 →

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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Data last updated: October 6, 2026 at 2:14 PM EDT

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