18 Killer Condos That Only Mark Wade Has Heard Of

No doubt almost everyone looking for a condo in Philadelphia has heard of the big boys like the Ritz, 10 Rittenhouse, Parc, 1706 Rittenhouse, Western Union and so on but Philadelphia also is home to several under the radar condominiums, some of which warrant serious consideration for home buyers.  Here’s a list of under the radar condos that I sometimes joke only real estate agent Mark Wade, Philly’s original condo king, has heard of.  Click on the building name links below to see what’s currently available at each property.

Philadelphia Condos

Palladium Condominium

Address: 2138 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

Why: 4 story boutique elevator building with historic details like cathedral ceilings and built in bookcases and wood burning stove.

LaRoque Condominium

Address: 1519 Pine Street, Philadelphia PA 19103

Neighborhood:  Rittenhouse Square

Why: Botique condo in Rittenhouse Square with beautiful limestone façade and modern, ergonomic interiors.

Garden Condominium

Address: 1615-17 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

Why: European influences boutique condo, building was previously a music hall, 14′ ceilings, 80′ garden and $$$$ price tag.

The Ravel Building

Address: 2043 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

Why: Great location near 20th/Walnut, spa-like baths, amazing sunlight

Furness Flats

Address: 240-242 South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: Exciting midtown village location, only 14 units, stately corner building with tons of curb appeal, community garden (and some private gardens)

Le Grenier

Address: 1034 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: New construction, contemporary finishes, elevator building, large windows.

Lauren Condominiums

Address: 1335 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: Great location, large condos, large windows, great views of Kimmel Center

The Amsterdam

Address:  1029-33 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: Elegant condos, gated parking, some units feature outdoor space and private entrances.

Franklin Manor

Address: 335 South 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: Botique building, high cielings, fabulous finishes, great value building.

Knights Bridge

Address: 1030-32 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: Historic detail, original features, parking, outdoor space.

The Aldrich

Address: 1215 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: Botique building, old world finishes and charm, cathedral cielings, parking for some condos.

Georege T. Sale Condo

Address: 238 South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Neighborhood: Washington Square West

Why: Beautiful exterior, steps away from Rittenhouse, Avenue of the Arts and Society Hill, midtown village is right out your front door.

Stetson Mansion

Address: 1717 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Neighborhood: Art Museum Area

Why: Unique mansion loft conversion, parking, bi-level condos, high end finishes, grand staircase.

Greenshire on the Park

Address: 2801 Pennsylvania Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Neighborhood: Art Museum Area

Why: smart, value buy, townhouse style condo residences with garage.  Walking distance to Kelly Drive.

The Sedgeley

Address: 1904-08 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Neighborhood: Art Museum Area

Why: Great location near Whole Foods and PSC, 3 bed condos availble, high end finishes.

J.J.Morton House

Address: 1901 Green Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Neighborhood: Art Museum Area

Why: Botique condos crafted from Italianate Mansion.  Historic, ornate details melded with modern, warm finishes.

Randall Schoolhouse

Address: 915 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Neighborhood: Bella Vista

Why: Prime Bella Vista location between South Street Whole Foods and Palumbo park.  Great location for young families.

Chandler Place Condominiums

Address: 251 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Neighborhood: Fitler Square

Why: Botique condos in converted Rittenhouse Mansion originally designed for Episcopalian Diocese of Pennsylvania.  Great location, unique finishes.

Frank L. DeFazio, Esq.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS
530 Walnut Street, Suite 260
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215.521.1623  Direct
610.636.4364 Cellular
888.308.1148  Fax
[email protected]
www.CenterCityTeam.com