This is a very rare opportunity to own a truly unique home in the heart of Northern Liberties, spanning nearly 3300 sq.ft townhome is tucked away on a historic cobblestone carriage street leading you to the front door is one of just a handful of homes developed in a gated community within Northern Liberties. An exclusive enclave of seventeen towns homes with oversized two car garages is nestled on a rare garden block. Upon entering through the custom designed automated gates on Lawerence street the drive leads you to a motor court where you will find homes of smooth graphite brick, aluminum composite clad facades, vegetated roofs and multiple outdoor spaces of outfitted with Trex decking. Wide planked wood flooring flows throughout this home which boasts 3 spacious, private, sunlit bedrooms all en-suite which are outfitted with Porcelanosa vanities, Grohe fixtures, and Toto toilets. With an open concept thoughtfully designed space throughout the home ceiling heights range from 9'-14' including a fully finished lower level including a media room with radiant heated flooring and an additional unique and expansive bonus/ flex space adjacent that could be used for a gym, home office, play room and includes multiple enormous storage closets. The home is tightly insulated with Pella Architect Series windows and doors . Hand crafted steel stair railings and floating staircases with custom treads that were sourced and reclaimed from a Western Pennsylvania pole barn made with the utmost attention to detail. Atop this gracious home sits the pilot house with a custom built in Poggenpohl wet bar with a stunning quartz counter top that is perfectly suited to supply outdoor entertaining or relaxation on the roof deck while over looking everything from 500 Walnut to Center City skyline including Ben Franklin himself, across the best view of Fairmount for fireworks throughout the year and the golden glimmering dome of St Nicholas. The entire home is efficiently and comfortably lit with 4" recessed LED lighting, there is a built in Sonos sound system with speakers built into the ceilings of every room throughout all levels of the house and on the roof deck which also has an automated sun setter awning as well. A comprehensive security system with outdoor cameras, multiple receivers inside the home that run a video security communication intercom system and Nest thermostats controlling the dual zone high efficiency Lennox air conditioning and heating all monitor the home for your peace of mind and comfort. A copious array of Poggenpohl kitchen cabinetry line the kitchen walls with Thermador Professional appliances , luxurious quartz counter-tops and custom glass infused backsplash all surrounding a 9 foot center island to prep dinner, work on or simply gather around with friends and family. While the home provides an abundance of privacy it is extremely conducive for entertaining as well with split the split floor plan design. The association fee covers common area insurance, lighting and maintenance and snow removal. This unique home is situated so you are secluded from the sounds and hustle of the City yet has a walk score of 95, perfectly placed just a few minutes walk away from some points of interest and amenities such as Cafe La Maude, Honey's Sit 'n Eat, Federal Donuts, Liberty Lands Park, City Fitness, Yards , Silk City, Multiple community Gardens, notably “Orkney Park” just steps away where one can be completely surrounded by mature, flora and fauna. Various dog parks and children’s playgrounds, Target,The Fillmore and SugarHouse Casino and the MFL line at Spring Garden. This home is a rare outstanding opportunity to live in a very well maintained luxury community while being surrounded greenery, trees and parks. These homes are very rarely available and are truly unique, thoughtfully planned while nested within Northern Liberties.
For sale
$1,225,000
825 N Orkney St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
3beds
3,328sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 2015
-- sqft lot
$1,194,500 Zestimate®
$368/sqft
$83/mo HOA
What's special
Gated communityCustom treadsPoggenpohl kitchen cabinetryThermador professional appliancesGarden blockToto toiletsCustom glass infused backsplash
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- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 22, 2025 at 01:45pm
Listed by:
Clark Fennimore 215-625-3650,
Space & Company (215) 625-3650
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2458498

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Media Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony Access, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - LED, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - LED, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Sink, Flooring - Marble, Lighting - LED, Recessed Lighting, Granite Counters
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - LED, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Media room
- Features: Basement - Finished, Built-in Features, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Heated, Lighting - LED, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, 9'+ Ceilings, Wood Walls
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Full,Finished,Connecting Stairway,Partial,Heated,Sump Pump,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,328
- Total interior livable area: 3,328 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,649
- Finished area below ground: 679
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Attached, Other
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Five
- Stories: 5
- Patio & porch: Roof
- Pool features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 056222570
- Zoning: 0
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat,Green Roof
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Northern Liberties
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Security, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $1,000 annually
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $368/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,026,600
- Annual tax amount: $14,370
- Date on market: 3/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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