RE/MAX Executives
Hardwood floors and oversized windows set this one-bedroom residence apart from the moment you cross the threshold. At 565 square feet, the layout earns every inch — an open floor plan draws your eye from the entry straight through to the living area, where natural light shifts and softens as the day moves from morning into evening. There is a particular quality to light in a building that has been standing since 1896, the way it plays against original architectural bones that have been carefully carried into a new century. This is a home with a past, and that history gives it a character no new construction can replicate. The kitchen is a genuine workspace. Stainless steel appliances, upgraded countertops, a range hood, and a self-cleaning oven mean you can cook seriously here — a real meal, not just a reheated one. A dishwasher and disposal handle the aftermath, and in-unit washer and dryer keep the rhythm of daily life simple and contained. The refrigerator with ice maker, built-in microwave, and ample storage mean the kitchen functions the way a kitchen should: quietly and efficiently, without asking anything extra of you. The bedroom is entry-level within the unit's layout, meaning easy access without navigating stairs between rooms. A walk-in closet provides the kind of storage that most city apartments of this square footage simply do not offer. The bathroom is straightforward and well-appointed, serving a home that is designed to live larger than its footprint suggests. The building itself reflects the same balance of history and intention. The Witherspoon rises from one of Philadelphia's most textured neighborhoods — Washington Square West — and the community amenities amplify that sense of life lived fully. A rooftop deck gives you the skyline at golden hour and the quiet satisfaction of a city evening spent in the open air. A fitness center means your workout does not require a membership or a commute. When you need a change of pace or a space to gather, the clubhouse, game room, and meeting room are available without leaving the building. An elevator serves the building, security is in place, and a dog park accommodates four-legged residents — cats and dogs are welcome, subject to deposit, number, size, weight, and breed restrictions. On-street parking is available for those who keep a car. Step outside and Washington Square West meets you immediately. This is one of Philadelphia's most walkable and genuinely lived-in neighborhoods, a grid of rowhouses, corner restaurants, independent shops, and neighbors who recognize each other by name. The Square itself — one of William Penn's original five — sits within easy reach, a quiet green anchor in the middle of a dense and vibrant urban fabric. Pine Street and South Street pull in opposite directions with their own distinct personalities. The Italian Market is not far. Center City's cultural corridor is a short walk or a quick ride away. Washington Square West is not a neighborhood that needs to announce itself. It simply exists — layered, specific, and full of the kind of daily detail that turns a city apartment into a city life. Pricing and availability subject to change on a daily basis. Photos are of model units. Parking may be available subject to availability and may be an additional fee.
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| 2 weeks ago | Listing updated with changes from the MLS® |
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