From The Louvre in Paris to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cincinnati, acclaimed architect I.M. Pei designed mid-century modern structures which host cultural, economic and community touchstones across the world.
His designs remain some of the most recognizable and foremost examples of the stunning simplicity in architecture today!
Most would only dream about what would it be like to live in a modern masterpiece designed by Pei, but keep scrolling to find out how you can make that happen.
We're here to make your dream a reality with this once in a lifetime opportunity to own a stunning and architecturally significant I.M. Pei designed townhome in Society Hill. Take a look at this gorgeous home and see a more secluded, personal and quiet side of Pei's world famous portfolio at 269 St. Joseph's Way.
Occupying a quiet, secluded courtyard in the heart of Society Hill, this location offers the best of both worlds. The design is desirable to those looking forward to a single dwelling or condo-type living.
You will be welcomed home into a magnificent 3500-square foot, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom townhome via a private terrace; an unusually large terrace for city dwelling, full of charm, EPI wood decking and self-watering flower and tree containers.
Once inside, you will be immediately struck by the abundance of natural light flowing into the home and you will know that you just stepped into something truly special, a home that could only have been designed by the one and only I.M. Pei, best known for the Louvre in Paris, among many other iconic designs.
The living room boasts impressive 15-foot-high ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and a wall of double windows with custom remote-controlled blinds overlooking the terrace.
You will fall in love with the eat-in Chef's kitchen featuring an abundance of custom-made cabinets, Viking Stove, Wolf Double convection ovens, Subzero refrigerator, double sinks, double dishwashers, granite countertops, an oversized island, glass backsplash, and Italian-tile floors.
The kitchen opens into the dining room with large glass doors that lead out onto the terrace, creating easy access for dining al fresco, and a great flow for entertaining inside and outside.
The upper level of the home hosts the primary bedroom suite with two spacious closets, ensuite spa-like bathroom with heated marble floors, walk-in shower, deep soaking Jacuzzi tub and double sinks.
The second bedroom also has its own en-suite full bath with shower.
Both bedrooms boast extra-large double windows that make this home feel one with the outdoors.
The lower level features a spacious, cozy family room with built-ins and another wood burning fireplace. This home has an additional spacious multi-purpose room that can serve as a third bedroom, office, exercise room, or guest suite; and has a full bathroom, separate laundry area and additional storage space.
This home is just steps from countless wonderful restaurants, Arden and Ritz theaters, shops, public transportation, Headhouse famer’s market, Washington Square, Three Bears Park, and the most beautiful and famous historic sites in all of Philadelphia. Bingham Court has a minimal HOA fee for maintaining beautiful communal gardens, general upkeep, and snow removal of the common courtyard, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy your idyllic retreat in the heart of the city.
These homes rarely come on the market, especially not one that has been so impeccably maintained and updated, so you will want to schedule your showing quickly and not miss the chance to call it your own!