After bouncing on and off the market for a decade, this unique residence in downtown Philadelphia has sold. Known as the Latimer House, the 5,900-square-foot home was relisted earlier this year for $6 million. It wound up selling this month for $3.95 million.
In 2012, it was listed for $6.2 million and dubbed a spectacle to behold. In 2017 it was relisted for $7.1 million and likened to a bunker or a fortress.
Finding comps was difficult for this three-bedroom residence surrounded by brick row houses and bland apartment buildings.
“Latimer House gives an incredible amount of privacy,” says listing agent Robin Halpern of Compass. “The home was custom-built by two world-renowned architects, who were looking to create something incredibly unique and different. It’s very much a piece of art. The couple designed the home and lived there for 25 years. He has since passed, and his wife has found it difficult to live there without him.”
Realtor.com
Built in 1997, the angular home in the heart of Washington Square was designed by two architects who sought to redefine open-concept living. With its walls of oversized windows, soaring ceilings, floating staircase, and glass elevator, the home offers a unique industrial style.
At the street level, it looks like an industrial space or office building. City dwellers might be surprised to discover a rooftop deck, a courtyard garden, and several balconies.
MORE FROM REALTOR:
Inside, the home features an open atrium and catwalks. The chef’s kitchen is equipped with a stainless-steel countertop, high-quality appliances, and sleek cabinetry. Upstairs, the primary bath features a massive, glass-enclosed stall shower. There’s also a guest suite with a kitchenette.
Realtor.com
Philadelphia’s One-of-a-Kind Latimer House Finally Sells for $3.95M appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.