Description
One-of-a-kind Rittenhouse Square corner gem at Spruce and Smedley! 1614 Spruce St. aka 304 S. Smedley St. is a rare historic property with handsome brick facade, original details and a hard-to-find horizontal layout, spanning the entire 19x75 foot lot. This wonderful property was originally constructed in 1922 for Dr. W.W. Fritz and was designed by architect Walter Smedley. The first floor, with entrance on Spruce St., is 940 sq ft of bright open commercial space with unique windows, original fireplace, and is currently occupied by a well-established hair salon, providing rental income. The approx. 2600 sq ft residence with attached garage and private entrance on Smedley, one of Philadelphia+GGs most desirable streets, occupies the second, third and lower levels. Private foyer leads up to sun drenched expansive living area with high ceilings and a dramatic 30 foot wall of windows. Bright spacious cook+GGs kitchen with skylight and oversized window, professional range, and plenty of counter & cabinet space opens to living/dining areas with hardwood floors, recessed lighting, custom built-in cabinetry, and original woodwork. Hallway leads to classic bathroom with clawfoot tub, separate shower and marble vanity with double sink, and continues to two bedrooms with more multiple original bay windows and front bedroom fireplace. The third floor pilot room may be used as a bonus room/additional bedroom/office/sitting area, and offers direct access to huge, private roof deck, covering the area of the entire property, with dramatic city views. Finished lower level provides approx. 961 sq ft of living area with three additional bedrooms, bathroom, laundry and storage space. Let your imagination run wild with the endless possibilities offered by this unique opportunity; First floor option to keep the current or potentially convert to other income generating business, OR merge with lower level to increase rental income, OR combine with residence to an unbelievable single-family home. Located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, steps from world class shopping, cultural institutions, and restaurants and just a short stroll to the park and all the city has to offer.
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3,742SQFT
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$667$/SQFT
Description
One-of-a-kind Rittenhouse Square corner gem at Spruce and Smedley! 1614 Spruce St. aka 304 S. Smedley St. is a rare historic property with handsome brick facade, original details and a hard-to-find horizontal layout, spanning the entire 19x75 foot lot. This wonderful property was originally constructed in 1922 for Dr. W.W. Fritz and was designed by architect Walter Smedley. The first floor, with entrance on Spruce St., is 940 sq ft of bright open commercial space with unique windows, original fireplace, and is currently occupied by a well-established hair salon, providing rental income. The approx. 2600 sq ft residence with attached garage and private entrance on Smedley, one of Philadelphia+GGs most desirable streets, occupies the second, third and lower levels. Private foyer leads up to sun drenched expansive living area with high ceilings and a dramatic 30 foot wall of windows. Bright spacious cook+GGs kitchen with skylight and oversized window, professional range, and plenty of counter & cabinet space opens to living/dining areas with hardwood floors, recessed lighting, custom built-in cabinetry, and original woodwork. Hallway leads to classic bathroom with clawfoot tub, separate shower and marble vanity with double sink, and continues to two bedrooms with more multiple original bay windows and front bedroom fireplace. The third floor pilot room may be used as a bonus room/additional bedroom/office/sitting area, and offers direct access to huge, private roof deck, covering the area of the entire property, with dramatic city views. Finished lower level provides approx. 961 sq ft of living area with three additional bedrooms, bathroom, laundry and storage space. Let your imagination run wild with the endless possibilities offered by this unique opportunity; First floor option to keep the current or potentially convert to other income generating business, OR merge with lower level to increase rental income, OR combine with residence to an unbelievable single-family home. Located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, steps from world class shopping, cultural institutions, and restaurants and just a short stroll to the park and all the city has to offer.
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