MLS: #PAPH2674000, Listed By: Antonio Atacan, KW Empower, Source:Bright MLS
234 S 3rd Street
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
6
Bed
5
Bath
6,700Sqft
0.06Acre(Lot)
A rare and storied offering in the heart of historic Society Hill, the design of this 1844 townhouse is attributed by architectural historians as the work of Thomas U. Walter, the architect behind the dome of the United States Capitol. Known as the Griffin Balcony Townhouse for its signature cast-iron balcony — long missing, later traced to Bucks County, and reinstalled on the façade. This four-story residence with basement and attic offers an extraordinary opportunity, available to the market for the first time in over 60 years. Step inside to discover 13-foot ceilings, a multi-story atrium and circular openings that draw natural light deep into the home, creating a sense of openness and flow through every level — a striking architectural gesture rarely found in a home of this era. Origi
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 6Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 1Room Information
Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full -
Flooring Information
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Interior Features
Elevator, Beamed Ceilings Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Microwave -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: None, Electric
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Building Information
Year Built: 1843 Building Area Total: 6700 Pool Features: None Private Pool: No
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Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.06 Lot Size Source: Estimated Lot Size Square Feet: 2568.02Property Information
Subdivision: SOCIETY HILL Source Property Type: Residential Postal Code Plus 4: 1117 Property SubType: Townhouse Levels: Three Or More Property Age: 183
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $2490000
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 888046639 Tax Lot: 409 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $3499
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Parking Information
None
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Location Information
Direction: Use GPS. WaterSource: Public
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 N Christopher Columbu.., Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $465,000 | 2 | 3 | 2,165 | -- |
| 141 S Hancock Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $3,000,000 | 4 | 7 | 6,090 | 0.04 Acre |
| 308 N 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $1,475,000 | 5 | 5 | 3,800 | 0.03 Acre |
| 4 S Strawberry Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $1,200,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,920 | 0.01 Acre |
| 249 Philip Way, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $1,595,000 | 3 | 7 | 4,655 | 0.02 Acre |
| 229 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $1,099,999 | 4 | 3 | 3,493 | 0.04 Acre |
| 306 Cypress Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $1,095,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,402 | 0.02 Acre |
| 2 Willings Alley Mews, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $899,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,283 | 0.02 Acre |
| 240 S 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $3,199,000 | 7 | 8 | 10,447 | 0.10 Acre |
| 304-306 N Lawrence Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106 | $500,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,013 | 0.02 Acre |
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