Not a fan of soulless cookie-cutter rehabs with grey vinyl floors, white kitchens, and builder-grade everything? Welcome home to 1205 S 8th St, an artfully reimagined Passyunk Square brick row home where rich history meets modern city living! This two-bedroom plus office, two-full-bathroom home stands out with high-end and custom elements that you literally won't find anywhere else. The home was painstakingly rehabbed using sustainable and salvaged materials and was featured on Apartment Therapy. Step through the front door into an open-concept main level anchored by striking blue slate floors and a cozy Napoleon wood-burning stove. The kitchen is a showstopper for culinary enthusiasts, featuring reclaimed wood cabinetry, a premium Bertazzoni range, and countertops repurposed from the historic marble stairs of Philadelphia's iconic Divine Lorraine Hotel. Sliding glass doors from the kitchen open to a private patio—your perfect little oasis for grilling or gardening. Behind an antique freezer door, the finished basement serves as an ideal home office, den, or media room. Moving upstairs, the second floor boasts a full bathroom, a spacious bedroom with custom reclaimed shelving and doors, and a flexible den/office space. Why settle for boring flat white ceilings? Ceiling murals on this level are by local sign artist Darin Rowland. The third floor is home to a dreamy, loft-like primary suite featuring dramatic vaulted ceilings, ample deep closet storage, and exceptional natural light. The location is unbeatable—just blocks from the Italian Market, East Passyunk, and Bella Vista. Enjoy easy access to the city’s finest dining, cafes, shops, and parks right outside your door. Do not miss this magical urban gem!
Listed by Roseanne Dillon
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License #RS344037
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Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
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2672256673
Last updated June 11, 2026
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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2628412
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodPassyunk Square
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2
Days on Prevu5
Taxes$5,471/year
Size1,289 sqft
Price per sqft$369
Location
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Listing History
06/11/2026
Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
$475,000
Property Details for 1205 S 8TH Street
Exterior
Construction
New Construction: No
Year Built: 1920
Architectural Style: Other
Construction Materials: Masonry
Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterfront: No
Measurements
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Size Acres: 0.01
Lot Size Dimensions: 15
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 493
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $5,471.00
Tax Year: 2025
Interior
Features
Fireplace Features: Free Standing
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Measurements
Living Area: 1,289
Living Area Source: Estimated
Rooms
Basement: Partially Finished
Has Basement: Yes
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedrooms Total: 2
Other
General
Senior Community: No
Location
Subdivision Name: PASSYUNK SQUARE
Tax Lot: 240
Parking
Parking
Garage: No
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central A/C
Heating: Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?
There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 1205 S 8TH Street.
What are the annual taxes for 1205 S 8TH Street?
Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $5,471.
How does 1205 S 8TH Street compare to other single-family homes in Passyunk Square?
This single-family home is listed 22% below the average price for single-family homes in Passyunk Square and has been on the market for 59 less days than the typical home in this area.
What is the square footage on this single-family home?
According to the MLS, this listing is 1,289 sqft.
1205 S 8TH Street is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in PHILADELPHIA PA 19147. On Prevu for 5 days at $475,000. This property features 1,289 square feet of living space, located in Passyunk Square. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $624,000. Browse more single-family home listings in Philadelphia.
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