117 CATHARINE STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147

$999,900

Located in the highly sought-after Meredith School Catchment with a private attached garage with covered off-street parking! This beautifully renovated Contemporary/Mid-Century-Modern home built in 1965 sits on a very desirable block in the always-in-demand Queen Village neighborhood - where homes like this rarely come to market. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2… Read More full bathrooms, and an attached 1-car garage, a large private fenced backyard, and a front walkout roof deck, this property offers a rare combination of style, comfort, and lots of outdoor space. The home boasts a stunning private rear yard oasis - professionally landscaped and hardscaped by Liberty Tree & Landscape Management - with flowering beds, mature Magnolia, River Birch, and Weeping Japanese Maple trees. The outdoor space is enhanced by Bluestone and Old World Brick patios, walkways, fieldstone garden walls capped with Bluestone for additional seating, and elegant landscape lighting. This expansive yard also includes an additional connected lot (Tax ID 022029810), creating a truly rare outdoor retreat in the city. Inside, the layout is open and bright, with a front walkout roof deck, a cozy gas fireplace with a stone surround and hearth, and a first-floor laundry room. The home is filled with thoughtful updates, including a cook's kitchen with Oakmoss solid wood cabinetry, Brushed Brass hardware and fixtures, stone countertops, stainless steel backsplash and appliances (5-burner gas range/convection oven, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, disposal), double-bowl sink, and LVP flooring. The first full bathroom features a walk-in shower with glass door, Rainhead, stone countertops, floor and wall tile, Brushed Brass fixtures, recessed lighting, and a stylish vanity. The second full bathroom offers a combination bathtub and shower with Rainhead, dual sinks, skylight, Brushed Brass fixtures, ceramic and stone tile, and custom lighting. Additional upgrades and features include Low-E casement and double-hung windows, sliding glass doors to the yard, roof, electric, Carrier gas furnace and central air HVAC systems, and an AO Smith gas hot water heater. The entire interior and exterior were just professionally painted. Original hardwood floors, stairs, and railings have just been professionally refinished, and all exposed brick walls have been restored and painted white. Other highlights include an office/workstation area, LED recessed lighting throughout, Matte Black exterior lighting and modern ceiling fans, custom closet organization, restored double wood front doors with slate foyer flooring, an insulated garage with automatic opener and shelving, wrought iron front door gates, a front door smart lock, hardwired fire, smoke, and security systems, updated masonry, and brick pointing. The home is filled with natural light, generous storage, and abundant space to spread out both indoors and out. Enjoy walkability to top-rated schools, restaurants, coffee shops, cafes, boutiques, parks, hospitals, and universities. This is truly a rare opportunity - a ''needle in a haystack'' in Queen Village and the City of Philadelphia. With easy access to Center City, Delaware Avenue, I-95, I-676, I-76, major bridges, stadiums, 30th Street Station, and Philadelphia International Airport, convenience is unmatched. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, estimated 2025 property taxes are just $10,864. All Showings begin at the Grand Opening Public Open House on Saturday, September 27 from 12 noon to 2 pm EST. Read Less

Courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Tim Owen, [email protected].

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 24, 2025

Property Type

Twin Home

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,700

Lot Size

0.03 Acres

Year Built

1965

MLS Number

PAPH2538460

30 Days Snapshot Of 19147

$595k

+4%

(avg) sold price

-30%

homes sold

-29%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Lot

Rear Yard, 1,229 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 18.00 x 68.00, 0.03 acres, Level, Premium, Private, Landscaping, Open

Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater

Building

2,700 sqft living area, 2,700 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1965, Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached, 3 levels, Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Masonry, Brick

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Doors

Double Entry, ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Insulated, Sliding Glass

Exterior Features

Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Stone Retaining Walls, Roof Deck

Fence

Fully, Privacy, Wood

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Gas/Propane, Stone, Screen

Floors

Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Stone

Foundation

Block

Garage

1 garage space

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Interior Features

Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wine Storage, Wood Floors

Laundry

Main Floor

Energy Saving

Appliances, Construction, Fireplace/Wood Stove, Flooring, HVAC, Lighting, Home Energy Management

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Terrace, View: Garden/Lawn, Courtyard

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $5,395, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $6,867, Tax Annual Amount: $12,263, Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Hot Water: Natural Gas

Windows

Bay/Bow, Casement, Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, ENERGY STAR Qualified, Insulated, Low-E, Screens, Skylights

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