251-53 S Camac St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Philadelphia
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251-53 S Camac St,Philadelphia, PA 19107
$2,500,000
  • 8 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 5,542 sq. ft.
  • Townhouse
  • Active
Listed by: emily m stout
Office: ehret realty inc
MLS#:PAPH2600494
Source:BRIGHTMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$2,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$451.1

About this home

Own a Living Piece of Philadelphia History: 251–253 S. Camac Street offers a rare opportunity to own a 5-story, 5,542 SF historic building on Philadelphia’s only wooden-block street, affectionately known as “The Little Street of Clubs.” Once home to the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and later a restaurant, this versatile property is rich with cultural significance and timeless character. Located in the heart of Washington Square West, just steps from Spruce and Locust Streets, this building is surrounded by Philadelphia’s most cherished creative institutions—the Plastic Club, Sketch Club, and Franklin Inn Club—which helped shape the city’s artistic and intellectual legacy. Adding to its remarkable history, the property’s basement is believed to have been part of the Underground Railroad, tying it to one of the most meaningful movements in American history. With flexible multi-story layouts, original architectural details, and a premier walkable location, this property is...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1825
  • Listing ID #:PAPH2600494
  • Added:48 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 15, 2026 at 01:48 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:8
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Fully Finished
  • Living area:5,542 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central A/C
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1825
  • Building area:5,542 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.05 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Victorian
  • Construction Materials:Masonry
  • Foundation Description:Brick/Mortar
  • Levels:5 Story

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$451.1
  • Tax amount:$13,246 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Amenities:Security System, Surveillance Sys

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