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Society Hill $5,499,000 This 9000 SF Townhome and 4500 SF garden has every imaginable amenity in its 4 stories, 6 BR’s, 5 full baths, 2 powder rms, 4 car garage and finished basement. Each room tells a story and the walls resound with history.

Washington Square West $599,000 Charming 2BD/2BA, bi-level unit, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, tax abatement.

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N. LIBERTIES $569,900 Gorgeous extra wide 3BD/3.5BA, 1-2 car port, huge landscaped rear yard, roof flat, finished basement, custom kitchen and baths.

GRAD HOSPITAL $625,000 Gorgeous 3BD/3BA 4 year old new construction, garage parking, family room, rear yard, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, security system, central vacuum and custom kitchen & baths!

Society Hill $3,999,000 Exceptional 5BD/3BA+2 powder rooms, living room with 54ft ceiling, European kitchen, 9500 sq ft of living space crafted with the finest materials, wine cellar, 2 car parking.

ART MUSEUM $649,900 Restored, Federal period 3BD/2.5BA, den, deck, large yard, pine floors.. absolutely elegant!

SOCIETY HILL Abbotts Sq. 200-10 Lombard #614 $299,000 East-facing 1BD/1.5BA, deck overlooking Society Hill, spacious kitchen and bedroom.

518 Randolph C $479,900 Beautiful 2BD/2.5BA, two living rooms, garage parking, office, fantastic roof deck, semi-finished basement.

338 S 3rd $514,900 Handsome 2BD/2BA w/ den, sundeck, wood floors, a lovely master suite and 1 year prepaid parking!

200 Locust #17F&G $699,900 Rarely available 2BD/2BA double corner unit with updated kitchen, floor to ceiling windows, all utilities included with condo fees!

100 Pine $1,250,000 Unique 3BD/3.5BA, garden, elevator, wine cellar, full basement, fireplace, family room, 3 suites.

Society Hill $514,900 Handsome 2BD/2BA w/ den, sundeck, wood floors, a lovely master suite and 1 year prepaid parking!

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Bella Vista $469,900 Handsome 3BD/2BA, lots of windows, wide open living, wood floors, updated kitchen and baths.

ART MUSEUM AREA 2031 Pine #101 $509,000 Beautifully renovated 2BD/2BA, amazing 558 N 16th #2 $209,900 finishes, mahogany floors, 10 year tax Spacious 2BD/2BA, fireplace, deck, high abatement, 1 year prepaid parking. ceilings, granite and stainless kitchen, hardwood floors.

2427 Naudain $518,500 Amazing 4BD/2BA, large rear yard, random 1726 Walllace #101 $234,900 width plank floors, large EIK, skyline views!

Gorgeous, bi-level 1BD/1BA, 12ft ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace, granite and stainless 2201 Chestnut #701 $549,900 kitchen.

Beautiful 2BD/2BA, hardwood floors, brand new bathrooms, high ceilings, granite and stainless 2122 Wallace $649,900 kitchen, lots of sunlight!

Beautiful 4BD/2.5BA, amazingly landscaped private garden, roof deck, deck off 2nd floor 1515 Locust #500 $1,100,000 bedroom, hardwood floors, designer kitchen.

Great corner 3BD/3BA, hardwood floors, custom kitchen, 10ft ceilings, deck, 1 year 1509-13 Melon $799,000 prepaid parking.

Very unique 3BD/3BA loft townhome, polished concrete floors, garage, cathedral ceilings, exposed brick, 6 years left on tax abatement.

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WASHINGTON SQUARE 604-36 S Washington Sq #2708 $329,000 Newly renovated 1BD/1.5BA luxury unit w/ NORTHERN LIBERTIES/ FISHTOWN balcony, lots of natural light, oversized windows, 2620 E Dauphin $159,900 galley kitchen.

Updated 3BD/1BA with lots of light, deck, 411 S Iseminger $339,900 modern kitchen, c/a.

Very charming 3BD/1BA, roof deck, original 723 Melon F $129,900 details, refinished pine floors, two balconies!

Beautiful 2BD/1BA, hardwood floors, granite 2201 Chestnut #302 $435,000 counters, open LR/DR. Rarely offered 3BD/1.5BA, high ceilings, 676 Perth D $150,000 hardwood floors, kitchen w/ stone floors, bay Great 2BD/1BA condo, oak floors, large window, great views! windows, recently updated kitchen.

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1024 Spruce A $549,900 2825 E Thompson $264,900 Great 3BD/3.5BA, over 2000sf, soaring ceilings, Lovely oversized 3BD/1.5BA, original hardwood huge windows, fireplace, cook’s kitchen. floors, crown molding, formal dining room, huge yard.

1112 Spruce 2F $599,000 Charming 2BD/2BA, bi-level unit, gas fireplace, 1251 N Howard $419,900 hardwood floors, tax abatement.

Great 3BD/2.5BA, hardwood floors, granite and stainless kitchen, large yard, parking.

RITTENHOUSE SQUARE 2031 Pine #301 $429,900 1241 N Howard $475,000 Well appointed luxury 1BD/1BA unit, 1 year Fabulous 3BD/2.5BA new construction home, prepaid parking, Brazilian cherry hardwood secure parking, roof deck, high ceilings, tons of floors, exposed brick, recessed lighting, custom light, high quality details! kitchen.

LOFT DISTRICT 509 S 21st $459,000 1228-32 Arch #6A $457,000 Spectacular 3BD/2BA, 2 fireplaces, 3rd floor Stunning corner 2BD/2BA, walnut floors, upgraded deck, hardwood floors, balcony. kitchen, huge walk in closet, large soaking tub.

2018 Race $1,100,000 Grand restoration with 4-5BD/3.5BA, formal dining room, large living room, hardwood floors, Italian marble tile floor, gas fireplace, 1 year prepaid parking.

Bella Vista $449,900 Fantastic 3BD/2BA home with finished basement, secured parking, fireplace, amazing master suite.

GRADUATE HOSPITAL 2019 St. Albans $239,900 Great 3BD/1BA, pine floors, open LR/DR, charming EIK, garden.

915 S 19th $384,900 Still under construction! 3BD/2.5BA, hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, garage parking and roofdeck!

1616 Catharine $445,000 Newly constructed 3BD/2.5BA, hardwood floors, granite and stainless kitchen, nice yard, 3rd floor deck.

QUEEN VILLAGE 330 Queen A $234,900 Lovely condo, 1BD/1BA, with hardwood floors, LR/DR combo, large windows, common garden space 112 Queen $459,900 Beautifully restored 3BD/2.5BA, rooftop terrace, refinished pine floors, granite and stainless kitchen, office/den.

University City $179,000 New construction, 1-2BDs, low taxes, 10 year tax abatement, hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless appliances, high efficiency HVAC, beautiful finishes!

BELLA VISTA 1339 Christian $320,000 Great 3BD/1BA, hardwood floors, needs some TLC. 732 S Clifton $349,000 Large, expanded 2BD/1.5BA tinity, large kitchen, rear yard, straight stairs, deck.

912 S 6th $449,900 Fantastic 3BD/2BA home with finished basement, secured parking, fireplace, amazing master suite.

527 S 7th $469,900 Handsome 3BD/2BA, lots of windows, wide open living, wood floors, updated kitchen and baths.

731 S 11th $489,900 Nice 3BD/3BA, hardwood floors, fireplace, deck, galley kitchen w/ breakfast bar, garage.

Art Museum $1,100,000 Grand restoration with 4-5BD/3.5BA, formal dining room, large living room, hardwood floors, Italian marble tile floor, gas fireplace, 1 year prepaid parking.

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Center City · Philadelphia County

CENTER CITY LEADS THE WAY! SALES INCREASED BY 44% Philadelphia’s housing market experienced a major revival during the first quarter of 2010, as home buyers took advantage of expiring federal tax credits and low mortgage rates. In Philadelphia County, the number of homes sold jumped nearly 15%, while the median sales prices increased 1.2 % compared to the first quarter of last year. Home sales increased across the board in Philadelphia, with Center City leading the way at 44%, followed by West Philadelphia at 30% and South Philadelphia at 21%.

Center City experienced the most dramatic resurgence in the first quarter, as homes sold faster and the median sales price jumped 7.4%, to $350,000. Rittenhouse Square (19103) was THE place to buy in Center City, with a dramatic188% increase in sales, followed by Old City (19106) at 58% and Center City — Number of Homes Sold Fairmount (19130) up 44% in the first quarter 80 2010 vs 2009 2009 vs. 2010. Old City home prices were also 69 66 70 hot in the first quarter, with median sales Sold 2010 60 prices up 30% to $480,000.

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Median Sales Price 2010 .........................$350,000 2009 .........................$326,000

+7.4%

Median Sales Price 2010 .........................$130,000 2009 .........................$128,500

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n/l 815 S. 7th Street Fab. home in gated courtyard, 3/2.5, 1 car parking, hrdwd flrs, & spectacular roof deck with 360 degree views. Reduced $479,000

n/l 301 Race St # 310 - N/L The Wireworks Designer unit all new 1 BR, light & spacious, hdwd flrs, high ceilings, exposed beams, w/d, good closet space. $259,900

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128 Pemberton St - Location! Location! - Federal period 3 family dwelling.

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217 Federal Street A lovely 3 bdrm home in pristine condition, hrdwd flrs, fp & large organic garden. $269,900

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1242 Ellsworth Street Fab, newer construction, 3/3, hrdwd flrs, roof deck with amazing views & garage prkg. $399,000

1209 S. Juniper Street Newer construction w/ prkg, 3/2.5, hrdwd flrs, 3 sided gas fireplaces, finished lower level w/ wet bar + T.A. $549,900

1208,1210 & 1212 Mount Vernon St Gorgeous N/C. Three beautiful homes, 3400 +(-) sq. ft., 5/4.5, den w/ wet bar, oak flooring, 2 car parking & huge deck.

From $624,900

777 S. 3rd Street #4 Beautiful two bedroom trinity located in a private courtyard w/ hrdwd flrs, exposed beams, Juliet balcony & landscaped garden. $219,000

245 Monroe Street Proccocino Design, dramatic, open & spacious, 3 + den, 4/2.5, hrdwd flrs, fp, deck, parking lrg, garden. RED $709,000

239 Market Street Terrific all new building, 100 ft. deep, 1st flr comm.., + two fab condos, all self contained. $1,375,000

839 S. American Str Lovely 3 story condo, 2 bdrms, 1.5 bths, fp, hrdwd flrs & garage. $349,900

Society Hill Towers - 210 Locust Street, Unit 5E - Beautiful studio, hrdwd flrs t/o, 24 hour concierge, pool & parking available. $219,000

1227-29 Christian Street B Fabulous N/C luxury condo. 3 bdrm, 3 bths, 2000 sq. ft. & parking. $449,900

518 Queen Street Lots of character, 4 bdrm, 1.5 bth home, hrdwd flrs t/o, updated kitchen & beautiful patio. $399,000

771 S. Front Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Large 5 bdrm grandmom home. Create your dream home. $367,500

126 Alter Street A luxurious 3 yr old home with 4 bdrms, 2.5 bths, Hrdwd flrs, spacious patio, garden & garage, T.A. Reduced $489,900

1224 S. Howard Street 600-02 N American N/C, fab. quality, Wonderful 2 story, 2 bdrm home with 3/2.5, basement, garden, T.A. and hrdwd flrs & garden. garage. From $605,900 $169,900

sold 2107 Bainbridge Street Incredible Hm, N/C, 3+media rm, 2.5 bths, fp, hrdwd flrs, Deck & garden + T.A.. $697,000

502 Delancey Great double property, 3300 sq. ft, 5/2.5, 3 car prkg & huge deck. $1,250,000

n/l 200 Christian Street # 22 Designer Unit 2 BR, 2 bth condo w/ 1 car parking, elevator, hrdwd flrs, 8 ft. windows & private patio.$484,900

111-123 Federal Fab. N/C â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2800 sq. ft with basements, hrdwd flrs, 3/2.5 + den, fp, deck, garden, garage From $499,000

413 Spruce Street- S.H. Designers Pied 1352 South Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 304 Resale a Terre, 1 bdrm condo, new kitchen, Beautiful bi-level 2 bdrm, 1400 +(-) sq. ft, wood burning fp and amazing newly re- 2 bth condo, hrdwd flrs, 20 ft. ceilings, huge done roof deck. Reduced $259,900 private deck & deeded parking. $589,000

sold 747 E. Passyunk Avenue Great house, spacious open & dramatic, 3200 sq. ft, 3bdrms, 2.5 bths, den, garage, roof deck, & great large garden. $799,000

1211 S. 3rd Street Terrific space, lrg rooms, high ceilings, 5 bdrms, hrdwd flrs & garden.

Reduced $359,900

910 S. Bodine street Lovely 2 bdrm home with wood burning fp, hrdwd flrs & garden. $329,000

623 S 6th 1 left - Terrific all new 1 bdrm, 1 bth condo, 1220 sq. ft., with hrdwd flrs, T.A and Beautiful deck..

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335 Christian Fab. Mansion home with 2 car parking, 4bdrms, 3.5 bths, garden, details, details, details $749,000

230 Christian Street In a country like setting, pristine, beautiful designer quality, 3+den, 3.5 bths, hrwd flrs, fp, deck garden, T.A. & garage. $599,000

133 Salter Street Fab. N/C 3550 Sq Ft 3 + Den/4.5 3 BalconiesDeck Garden + Garage TA $899,900

1352 South Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Unit 216 RESALE Fabulous large 1 bdrm loft, 1200 sq. ft, floor to ceiling windows. $285,000

130 Beck Street Beautiful Rehabbed home, 3 bdrms, 3 baths, finished basement, brick paved patio and parkaing avail $459,900

sold n/l 241 Fairmount Avenue Location, Location. Fabulous duplex with oak floors and lots of natural light. $339,000

Artisan â&#x20AC;˘ 1501-1503 Kater 5600 Sq Ft 4/3.5, Elevator Roof Deck TA, finished basement, 2 Car Garage $1,988,888

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795 S. 3rd Street Prominent corner property with renowned Dimitris Restaurant as 1st flr tenant + two 1 bedroom apartments. $659,000

Artisan II â&#x20AC;˘ 1431 Bainbridge (8 Homes) 4000 + Sq Ft 4/3.5, Elevator Deck 2 Car Garage & TA, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide Basic home from $1,500,000

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1925 Parrish Street Outstanding N/C. 4 bdrms, 3.5 bths, elevator, private courtyard, 2 decks + T.A. $422,500

2200 Pine Street, Unit #109 Beautifully restored top floor studio condo, hrdwd flrs, central air & tax abatement. $279,000

GREAT 1107-1121 N. Howard 1101-1115 N. Hancock 1102-1134 N Hope Zoned and Approved for 16 Town homes + 2 stacked Duplexes 20 off Street Spaces in gated Community Reduced $1,850,000

1434 Kenilworth St. An Artisan for Everyone!

24x43, 3000sq.ft., 3+media +den, 2.5 bths, deck & 2 car garage. $1,200,000

208 Carpenter Street A great house on a beautiful tree lined block 3/1.5 Hdwd Flrs, lots of exposed brick - deck & Lg Garden. $325,000

718 Addison Street, C Society Hill. Great courtyard home, 2 bdrms, hrdwd flrs, 2 fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & deck.

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793 S. Front Street Newer home with garage prkg. + adjoining lot, 3+den, 2 fpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, garden and deck. $499,000

sold 500 S. Front Street Beautiful Designer home. 3 bedrooms + den, 3 bths, Hrdwd flrs, fp, au pair suite, private garden, Deck & garage. $1,150,000

310 Queen Street 3 bdrms, 2.5 bths, high ceilings, hrdwd flrs, Wd burning fp, deck and garage prkg. Reduced $459,000

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1 bedroom ,1 bath, balcony, wood floors, laundry room, 928 sf. $290,000.

1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, alcove, custom kitchen and baths, open floor plan, W/D, 1118 sf. $499,900.

2 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, updated kitchen and baths, balcony, 1977 sf. $839,000.

Penthouse, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, wrap-around

terrace, eat-in-kitchen, fireplace, high ceilings, river and city views, 2810 sf. $1,395,000.

The Lanesborough

The Rittenhouse

1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, sunset view, eat in kitchen.

1037 sf. $599,000.

Entire floor penthouse, 360 degree views, raw space, outdoor decks, 2300 sf. $1,395,000.

Tri-level penthouse, 360 degree views, raw space, 3413 sf inside, 1600 sf outdoor space on three levels. $2,500,000.

Society Hill Towers

Parc Rittenhouse

Wanamaker House

1 bedroom plus den, marble baths, pool club views, Brazilian cherry wood floors, 1344 sf. $549,000.

1 bedroom plus den, 1.5 baths, hardwood floors, marble baths, custom finishes throughout, 1338 sf. $644,900.

3 bedrooms plus den, 3 baths, Juliet balconies overlooking Rittenhouse Square, open kitchen, excellent value, 2131 sf. $1,595,000.

Philadelphian

2 bedrooms plus den, 2.5 baths, wood floors, Art Museum views, 2120 sf. $650,000.

Duplex penthouse, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, large balconies, high ceilings, one-of-a-kind, 4207 sf. $795,000.

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Corner 1 bedroom, southeast view, wood floors in living room, 775 sf. $329,900.

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, hardwood floors, abundant light, unobstructed river views, 1133 sf. $399,000.

2 bedrooms, 2 baths, renovated kitchen, wood floors, $494,900.

Unique combines unit with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, completely renovated with high end kitchen and baths, hardwood floors, unobstructed views,1747 sf. $799,900.

The Warwick

1 bedroom, 1 bath, marble bath, hardwood floors, 712sf. $375,000.

3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 270 degree views, marble baths, open kitchen, hardwood floors, 2000 sf. $1,290,000.

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