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810 Locust Street #201-202 - Washington Square West - Elegant Historical Musical Fund Hall Home - 2-CAR PARKING!. Asking Price: $1,100,000, Reduced - $945,000 Lot Size:4,800 SF Taxes: $7,908 Assessment:$95,680 Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 4 1/2 Heating: 2 electric heat pumps+ C/A, 2 electric hot water tanks Cooling: (2) Central-air units Electric: 2 Circuit Breakers Condo Fee: $628/mo. Click here to inquire about this property

Combined units to make a 4800 square foot home with 2-car parking in historical Musical Fund Hall just off Washington Square Park.

First Floor : Enter foyer area w/storage closet. Steps up to gracious living room w/fireplace, 28 ft. ceiling, 4 floor to ceiling windows, wood parquet floors, ceiling fans and track lighting, double closets w/built-ins. Lovely powder room. Two French doors lead to formal dining room with its own wood-burning fireplace, 28 ft. high ceiling and 6 windows accompanied by a reception area. Large eat-in kitchen, fabulous for entertaining, with ceramic tile floor, 2 new dishwashers, 2 electric stoves w/microwaves, 2 refrigerators, 2 double sinks w/garbage disposals, 2 trash compactors. Kitchen ceiling is half-open to the 28 ft. ceiling. Continue to dining room, foyer area, double closets, utility closet/half bath. Nice bedroom with w/w carpet, 2 windows and double closet. Second bedroom or office with w/w carpet, picture window and custom double closet. Full ceramic tile bath and laundry area with new washer and dryer. Third bedroom w/picture window and double closet. Fourth bedroom/office with w/w carpet and picture window. Full tile bath and laundry area with a second set of new washer and dryer.

Second Floor: Dramatic loft-type library overlooking dining room. W/W carpet, ceiling fan, 4 windows plus open space and light from dining room. Large bedroom/gym with w/w carpet and 4 double closets, loft space, high ceiling and full size bath. Master bedroom suite w/2 picture windows and window seats, w/w carpet, 3 double closets, loft area and full custom marble bath w/large Jacuzzi-type tub, recessed lighting, mirrors, bidet and large tiled shower w/steam unit. The loft area above is carpeted and affords a dramatic view of the home’s interior on three levels. Den area connects to library through double French doors off the master bedroom. The den overlooks the living room. Great light and space.

Inclusions: 2 new clothes washers, 2 new clothes dryers, 2 new dishwashers, 2 refrigerators, lighting fixtures and window treatments.

Exclusions: Stained glass window inserts.

Comments: The Musical Fund Hall is a historic site where noteworthy persons spoke, entertained and came together to help shape the destiny of the Nation. Abraham Lincoln spoke here, Jenny Lind and Adeline Patti sang here and the first Republican Party Convention was held here in 1856. William Strickland, one of America’s most influential 19th century architects was responsible for the original design. This home is footsteps from the most historical square mile in the country including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall and is convenient to parks, museums, and restaurants.

1.5 hour train ride to New York City and 2 hour train ride to Washington, D.C.

History at the Musical Fund Hall

Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia was founded by a group of professional and amateur musicians to provide for the relief of musicians who fell ill and their families. Many of the founders were medical doctors and dentists. Concerts were held in Carpenters Hall and Washington Hall which provided most of the Society’s income since dues were only $1.00. (Dues remained at this level until 1921 when they were increased to $3.00 per year). The Fifth Presbyterian Church property at 8th and Locust Streets was purchased for $7,500 and an extensive renovation under the supervision of architect William Strickland was undertaken. He designed many important buildings in Philadelphia and elsewhere including the Tennessee State Capitol. His style has been described as Greek revival. General Marquis de Lafayette attended a concert in the hall. Gas lighting installed. A convention to “reform” the Pennsylvania Constitution sat for ninety days. The front of the building was extended sixteen feet and the performance stage was moved to the rear of the building. A series of concerts featuring Jenny Lind, an internationally popular vocalist were held here. The first Republican National Convention was held here. Abraham Lincoln ran for the party’s vice presidential nomination and lost. John C. Fremont, a famous explorer and military leader, was the party’s nominee for president. Mr. Fremont was defeated by James Buchanan. The final enlargement of the building including the present façade was completed. The building was used to host formal balls, meetings and sporting events. A concert celebrating the centennial of the Musical Fund Hall Society was held reenacting the Jenny Lind concerts with the performers in 19th century dress. The building was sold to the Philadelphia Labor Institute and mortgage taken back by the Musical Fund Hall Society. The Philadelphia Labor Institute defaulted and the property was repossessed by the Musical Fund Hall Society. The building was leased to a boxing promoter. The building was sold to Yahn & McDonnell Company which used it for sporting events and as a storage warehouse for cigars. The property was purchased by the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority. Through a serious of real estate investor groups the property was rehabilitated into 13 unique condominium residences. The historic facade was preserved and the interior units made modern.

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