Welcome to 220 Locust Street, Unit #9H — a bright and inviting one-bedroom residence at the iconic Society Hill Towers, designed by world-renowned architect I.M. Pei and set on 5 acres of beautifully landscaped, park-like grounds in historic Society Hill. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the home with natural light and capture lovely city views, while the open-concept living and dining area offers an easy, comfortable layout for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious bedroom provides excellent closet storage, and the neutral finishes throughout make the home move-in ready and easily customizable to your taste. The Towers recently completed building-wide upgrades to the air conditioning, heating, related piping, and ventilation systems, enhancing comfort and efficiency throughout all three buildings. The condo fee includes ALL utilities, basic cable, a 24/7 front desk concierge, and a 24/7 on-site security guard, creating a seamless and low-maintenance lifestyle. Residents also enjoy access to a wide array of amenities, including a seasonal outdoor saltwater swimming pool with lounge areas, grills, and locker rooms (membership options available), an upgraded fitness center ($330 per year), hospitality suites for overnight guests, a large on-site laundry facility with newer machines, a community room, well-maintained garden spaces, and storage lockers when available. The on-site Shopping Plaza features the nationally acclaimed Zahav Restaurant, Sue’s Produce Market & Deli, and a Cleaners with concierge drop-off and pick-up service. An underground parking garage, accessible directly by elevator, offers monthly parking ($257–$269 depending on the space) along with secure bicycle storage. This unbeatable location places you just steps from the Delaware River waterfront, Headhouse Square Farmers Market, Washington Square Park, Old City galleries and dining, Queen Village cafés, and the cultural, dining, and shopping destinations of Center City, Rittenhouse, Northern Liberties, Fishtown, and University City. Convenient access to public transit, major highways, car-sharing, and neighborhood services makes daily life effortless. Whether you're searching for a serene full-time residence or an elegant city pied-à-terre, #9H offers architectural pedigree, full-service convenience, and a refined urban lifestyle in one of Philadelphia’s most desirable and exceptionally managed condominium communities. Your new home awaits.
Under contract
Price cut: $5.1K (2/24)
$259,900
220 Locust St #9HS, Philadelphia, PA 19106
1beds
683sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1963
-- sqft lot
$248,800 Zestimate®
$381/sqft
$660/mo HOA
What's special
- 144 days |
- 367 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 11, 2026 at 05:07am
Listed by:
Michael Edward Cohen 215-570-1920,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: Tcs Group, Co-Listing Team: Tcs Group,Co-Listing Agent: Liela Rushton 267-625-4950,
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2556238
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Other
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Shared
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 683
- Total interior livable area: 683 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 683
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 350
- Parking features: Basement, Covered, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Underground, Attendant, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Handicap Parking, Lighted, On-site - Rent, Private, Secured, Parking Fee, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 350
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Community
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 888052001
- Zoning: RMX-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: 24 Hour Security, Desk in Lobby, Security Guard, Exterior Cameras, Fire Alarm, Main Entrance Lock, Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Condo and coop fee: $660 monthly
- Subdivision: Society Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Common Grounds, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Pool
- Services included: Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Maintenance Structure, Gas, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Snow Removal, Sewer, Trash, Water
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $381/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $253,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,550
- Date on market: 11/12/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$248,800
$236,000 - $261,000
$2,034/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/11/2026 | Contingent | $259,900$381/sqft |
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| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $259,900-1.9%$381/sqft |
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| 11/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $265,000+194.8%$388/sqft |
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| 12/18/1998 | Sold | $89,900$132/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,550 +2% | $253,600 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,481 | $248,700 |
| 2023 | $3,481 +1.5% | $248,700 |
| 2022 | $3,430 | -- |
| 2021 | $3,430 | -- |
| 2018 | $3,430 +19.5% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,870 +14.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,506 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,506 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,506 +4.5% | $209,000 +804.6% |
| 2012 | $2,399 | $23,104 |
| 2011 | -- | $23,104 |
| 2010 | -- | $23,104 |
| 2009 | -- | $23,104 |
| 2008 | -- | $23,104 |
| 2007 | -- | $23,104 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $21,504 |
| 2005 | -- | $21,504 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $19,552 |
| 2003 | -- | $19,552 |
| 2002 | -- | $19,552 +15.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $16,992 +14.9% |
| 1999 | -- | $14,784 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,130/mo
Principal & interest
$1266
HOA Fees
$660
Property taxes
$204
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Society Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10McCall Gen George A SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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