Neighborhood Spotlight: Rittenhouse Square

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The Vibe

Rittenhouse Square has a high-end urban city feel. You could even call it the New York of Philly. It’s one of the most expensive and historic areas in the city. Feel the hustle-bustle of big city life and then in the center of it all is a serene and beautiful park. It also has a European feel with outdoor cafes and narrow streets to wander. Here you’ll find many of the best restaurants in the city, iconic Philly shops and absolutely stunning homes. Rittenhouse truly has it all.

 

Types of Homes


Source: 10 Rittenhouse

Source: 10 Rittenhouse

High-Rise Condos

In an urban environment you will see many high-rise condo buildings. In Rittenhouse, many of the condos face the square. They come with great convenience as many have 24 hour door security. and amenities like gyms, pools, rooftops etc. Plus the higher up you live in the building, you can get incredible city views. They also come with condo fees for the convenience.

See Condos Available for Sale in Rittenhouse Square:

 
Google Street view of brownstones on Spruce Street

Google Street view of brownstones on Spruce Street

Brownstones

Rittenhouse Square is known for its large historic brownstones. You know a brownstone when you see one - obviously it’s brown in color and often they have external embellishments that make them ornate and beautiful. Many of the brownstones in Rittenhouse are now multi-family properties because they’ve been converted into multiple unit properties. These are great for first time home buyers. You’ll find these on streets like Spruce, Locust and Pine in this neighborhood.

See available Brownstones in Rittenhouse Square:

 
Google Street view of 1800 Delancey Place

Google Street view of 1800 Delancey Place

Single Family Homes

Rittenhouse Square is home to some of the most beautiful, historic and extravagant single family homes in the city. They are a city’s version of a mansion. You’ve likely heard of Delancey Street, which is one of the most picturesque and beautiful streets in Philadelphia. The 1800 block of Delancey in Rittenhouse Square is a great example of some of the large and stunning homes found in this area that are often sold for millions of dollars.

See Available Single Family Homes in Rittenhouse Square:

 
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Trinity Houses:

Trinity homes are smaller townhouses that are typically narrow and have 3 stacked floors that each only have one room. and are connected by a winding staircase. They’re like the historic version of a tiny house. These can be found on streets like Waverly and Panama in Rittenhouse. Some. Some of them are historically in tact and others have been remodeled or expanded.

Available Trinity Houses in Rittenhouse Square:

Neighborhood Gems

Restaurants:

  • Parc

    • A traditional French bistro right on the park. It’s one of the most famous restaurants in the city of Philadelphia.

  • Vernick

    • A new American eatery in a Rittenhouse brownstone serving upscale large & small plates plus cocktails.

  • Via Locusta

    • An intimate Italian restaurant just off the square with handmade pasta and local ingredients.

  • Harper’s Garden

    • Contemporary bar and restaurant with seasonal dishes that can be enjoyed in the vibrant and stunning garden.

 

Shops:

  • Boyds

    • A landmark department store with elegant and classic apparel for men and women.

  • Di Bruno Bros. Market

    • A neighborhood staple since 1939, this gourmet Italian market has everything you could ever want.

  • Kitchen Kapers

    • This kitchen store has been bringing fine cookware, bakeware, cutlery, coffee and espresso machines to the Greater Philadelphia region since 1975.

  • Metropolitan Bakery

    • Bringing breads, confections and pizza to Philly since 1993. Using locally sourced ingredients they have freshly baked breads, pastries and grandola.

 

Location

Rittenhouse Square is very centrally located in Philadelphia. It goes East to West from S Broad Street to S 21st Street and North to South from Chestnut Street to South Street.

 

All Available Properties:

 

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