2303 Saint Albans St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Local realty services provided by:ERA Central Realty Group
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Listed by: tom englett
Office: compass pennsylvania, llc.
MLS#:PAPH2603010
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,299,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$503.49
About this home
Your sixth sense is telling you something about this 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms home for sale with 2580 Square feet on this car‑free garden block in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood where Bruce Willis sat on the bench, in front of this house in the opening scene of the movie. The street is so still you can hear the wind move through the trees and the trickling fountain in the center courtyard very different from how it looked on screen, when Hollywood turned it into a brooding backdrop for one of the most famous thrillers ever made, The Sixth Sense. By day, neighbors walk dogs, kids play on the block, and the only “ghosts” are the film buffs who stop to snap a photo of Cole’s house across the garden where the flowers, grass, and wrought iron fence divides the homes. By night, the block glows softly under old‑world brick façades and warm window light, feeling more like a European mews than a Center City side street. Inside 2303 Saint Albans Street, the mood shifts from cinematic to quietly luxurious. This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath rowhome has been fully refreshed in a warm palette, creating a calm backdrop for art, color, and furniture. The first floor opens in a long, gracious sweep from the front door to the kitchen, with sun pouring in from the garden block and reflecting off warm wood floors, detailed millwork, and a decorative fireplace that naturally becomes the focal point of the room. The kitchen stretches along the rear of the home with tiled floors, stainless appliances, generous cabinet space, and expansive countertops, exactly the kind of “set” where everyone ends up gathering at parties. Upstairs, each bedroom feels like its own private scene: bright, quiet, and scaled for real life, not just photos. LVP flooring keeps things low‑maintenance on the upper levels and in the finished basement, perfect for pets, kids, or guests coming and going. The full‑floor third‑level primary suite is the showstopper, with an ensuite bath featuring double vanity, separate tub and shower, and spa‑like tile so you can escape above the city and close the door on the day’s plot twists. Additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guest rooms, offices, and hobbies, while the lower‑level finished space is ideal for movie nights, fitting given the address, home gym, or playroom, complete with its own full bathroom. Developed in the 19th century and later transformed into a shared garden, St. Albans Place remains one of Philadelphia’s most unique blocks: closed to traffic, lined with historic brick townhomes, and cared for by a long‑standing garden club. From here you’re moments to Fitler Square park, the Schuylkill River Trail, South Street Bridge, and all of the cafés, restaurants, and everyday conveniences that make this pocket between Fitler Square and Graduate Hospital so sought‑after. At 2303 Saint Albans, you’re not just buying a house, you’re stepping into a piece of Philadelphia film history on a garden block that feels almost too picturesque to be real, with modern, move‑in‑ready interiors that make the everyday story the best one....
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Home facts
- Year built:1915
- Listing ID #:PAPH2603010
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 01, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Fully Finished
- Living area:2,580 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Flat, Shingle
- Year built:1915
- Building area:2,580 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.02 Acres
- Architectural Style:Traditional
- Construction Materials:Masonry
- Foundation Description:Stone
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,299,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$503.49
- Tax amount:$8,890 (2025)
Parking
- Parking description:On Street
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