Washington Square is one of the most historic and elegant areas in Philadelphia, centered around the 6.4-acre park of the same name in eastern Center City. It combines colonial history, residential charm, and urban walkability. Washington Square itself is one of the five original public squares planned by William Penn in 1682. Today it is part of Independence National Historical Park and contains the Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier, an eternal flame memorial honoring Revolutionary War dead.
Residential real estate ranges from historic trinities and Federal-style homes to modern luxury towers as well as converted townhomes into boutique condos. Compared with Rittenhouse Square, Washington Square West often offers slightly lower pricing while still maintaining strong walkability and Center City access. Compared with Society Hill, it generally feels denser, more contemporary, and more active.

The area is known for Historic rowhomes and narrow side streets some with cobblestone or brick. Mid-rise and luxury condominium buildings, excellent walkability, a dense restaurant and café scene, proximity to Pennsylvania Hospital, Jefferson University Hospital and Center City offices. It offers a blend of residential quiet streets with active commercial corridors. The neighborhood also contains two major subareas: Midtown Village — known for restaurants, shopping, and nightlife along 13th Street Gayborhood — Philadelphia’s historic LGBTQ+ district, recognized by its rainbow street signs and cultural institutions
The Square itself is on 6th and Walnut but the neighborhood runs from 6th Street to Broad Street and Walnut Street to South Street.
This historic 1862 Washington West studio seamlessly blends form and function, with exposed brick, a generous wood burning fireplace and soaring ceilings, the perfect use...
Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: 2674358015
Welcome to 1305 Spruce Street #TH1C, a beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence in the heart of Washington Square West. This spacious home blends character a...
Listing courtesy of KW Empower. Contact: vicki@kwempower.com
A rare opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia architectural history in the heart of Washington Square West. Welcome to Unit E at Furness Flats, an intimate landmark r...
Listing courtesy of SERHANT PENNSYLVANIA LLC. Contact:
In the heart of desirable Washington Square West, this exceptional residence is a true architectural masterpiece. A spectacular, must-see 2,400-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3-...
Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: 2674358015
Located within the sought-after Greenwich Walk community, Unit A at 1109 South Street offers the best of city living with a thoughtful two-level layout, private outdoor s...
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square. Contact: 2155460550
A true Philadelphia trinity in the heart of Washington Square West, one of the city's most exciting and desirable neighborhoods to call home. Step inside to rich, origin...
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Main Line. Contact: 6105200100
This stunning 1,090 sq ft one bedroom residence with PARKING is not to be missed! The living and dining areas offer soaring ceiling heights, gleaming hardwood floors, and...
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square. Contact: 2155460550
This oversized 1,041 sq ft CORNER one bedroom residence is not to be missed! The living and dining areas offer soaring ceiling heights, gleaming hardwood floors, and expa...
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square. Contact: 2155460550
An Exquisite Washington Square West Residence with an ELEVATOR, 2-CAR Gated PARKING & 3 outdoor Spaces! Set on a rare 29-foot-wide double lot in the heart of Washington S...
Listing courtesy of SERHANT PENNSYLVANIA LLC. Contact:
This design-forward, full-floor condominium with private elevator entrance is in a historically significant building. Truly the jewel of Washington Square West, the doubl...
Listing courtesy of Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square. Contact: 2158939920
Exceptional Kahn Park Condominium in the Heart of Washington Square West Welcome to an extraordinary residence in one of Washington Square West’s most coveted settings. T...
Listing courtesy of KW Empower. Contact: vicki@kwempower.com
Welcome to this lovely town home in one of the hottest neighborhoods in the city. 4 S. Alder Ct. (aka 1035 Lombard St. ) is a serene and very private & secured urban oasi...
Listing courtesy of KW Empower. Contact: vicki@kwempower.com
Welcome to 1233 Pine Street, a turnkey mixed-use investment opportunity in the heart of Center City Philadelphia. Offered at $925,000, this well-maintained property featu...
Listing courtesy of KW Empower. Contact: vicki@kwempower.com
Welcome to this lovely, bright, south-facing condo on the 28th floor of Center City One, ideally located in Philadelphia’s sought-after Washington Square West neighborhoo...
Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation. Contact: (215) 631-3154
Set within the historic Roberts-Quay House, this architect-designed residence pairs classic European elegance with contemporary living. Fully renovated in 2021, this 2-be...
Listing courtesy of Real of Pennsylvania. Contact: 8554500442

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