871 N 26TH ST Philadelphia, PA 19130
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,583 SqFt
Open House
Sat May 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sun May 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Coming Soon
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,583 sqft
Price per Sqft $342
Subdivision Fairmount
MLS Listing ID PAPH2613212
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,583
Year Built 1901
Available Date 2026-05-01
Annual Tax Amount $1,851
Tax Year 2001
Lot Size 871 Sqft
Acres 0.02
Property Sub-Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Rooted in the late 19th century, the home carries Federal and Italianate influences in its bones, but what makes it truly special is how gracefully it has been cared for and layered over time. Nothing feels forced. Nothing feels overly polished. Instead, there's a sense of ease, of a home that has evolved thoughtfully, with intention and respect for its past.
The story begins at the street. There's a rhythm to the block: warm red brick, tall windows, a sense of continuity, but this home gently sets itself apart. An arched stone surround frames the entry, while a bracketed cornice adds texture overhead. The double doors painted a deep, moody blue and accented with brass hardware, sit beneath a graceful transom. Flowering window boxes, a weathered marble front stoop, a tree casting dappled light across the brick: it's not just architecture, it's atmosphere.
Step inside, and the home offers a quiet pause. A vestibule wrapped in rich William Morris wallpaper feels intimate, unexpected, and entirely charming. It's a reminder that homes of this era were designed with transitions and a sense of arrival. This one still honors that beautifully.
Beyond, the main living spaces unfold with quiet confidence. An arched opening frames the living and dining rooms, elevating the everyday in a way that feels almost cinematic. Sunlight moves gently across wide-plank yellow pine floors, worn to a soft glow by more than a century of life. It's easy to imagine long dinners here, conversations that linger, music playing somewhere in the background.
The kitchen is where past and present meet most seamlessly. A generous quartz island anchors the space, ready for morning coffee or late-night gatherings, while a showstopping blue La Cornue range --one of four ovens -- makes a statement that's both bold and timeless. GE Café appliances and a wine fridge bring modern ease, while an original butler's cupboard, sourced from a monastery, adds a layer of history you simply can't replicate. Just beyond, a sun-filled breakfast nook with built-in banquette seating and a pass-through window creates an effortless connection to the outdoors.
Out back, a Trex deck framed in lattice extends the living space, perfect for summer dinners, container gardens, or a quiet glass of wine at dusk. A charming hand-stenciled powder room completes the main level with a touch of personality.
Upstairs, the second floor feels like a retreat. The primary bedroom welcomes you with soft light filtering through plantation shutters in a graceful bay window. A decorative marble fireplace anchors the room, while a custom wardrobe adds function . The en-suite marble bath leans quietly luxurious, with radiant heated floors and a steam shower that rivals a boutique hotel. A second bedroom and a thoughtfully designed laundry room complete the floor.
The third floor continues the story with three additional bedrooms, each filled with warmth, character, and beautiful natural light, along with a full bath, offering privacy for guests.
And then there's the neighborhood. Morning espresso at Musette, an afternoon stroll along the Schuylkill River Trail, weekends spent wandering the Parkway, modeled after Paris's Champs-Élysées, and visits to the Art Museum, The Barnes, and Calder Gardens. It's all just moments away, yet the street itself remains quiet, tree-lined, and wonderfully livable.
This is more than a beautiful house. It is a home with atmosphere, romance, and soul, where history and modern life coexist with ease. Timeless, thoughtful, and deeply inviting. An extraordinary offering.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19130 (19130)
Zoning RESID
Rooms
Basement Full, Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Kitchen - Eat-In
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Number 1
Equipment Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Fireplace Y
Appliance Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Water Access N
Roof Type Flat
Accessibility None
Garage N
Building
Story 3
Foundation Stone
Above Ground Finished SqFt 2583
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 151-283-600
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 2583
Special Listing Condition Standard
