




June 30, 2026
Sold | $1.764M
DescriptionListed by Melanie Stecura and Linda Knox of Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
An extraordinary opportunity to own one of Philadelphia’s most architecturally significant buildings, steps from Rittenhouse Square. Designed in 1902 by Horace Trumbauer, architect of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the five-story Edward C. Knight Mansion was conceived in the 18th-century French Beaux-Arts tradition and has never lost its grandeur. The building’s most celebrated feature is its four-story elliptical Carrara marble staircase, crowned by an oeil-de-boeuf skylight. The façade retains its original ornate wrought-iron balconies and gates, crafted by master metalworker Samuel Yellin. Interior spaces are generous, light-filled, and adaptable. Commercially zoned and currently configured for professional office use, the property offers compelling mixed-use potential - whether repositioned for boutique hospitality, luxury residential conversion, creative office, or a flagship retail or gallery concept befitting its address and pedigree. Over a century of distinguished ownership, including use as a private art museum and civic institution, has only deepened the building’s provenance. Properties of this caliber and location rarely come to market. Property and opportunity details provided by seller or others; buyer to verify.
Preview Event • Thursday 4 June • 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
Una oportunidad extraordinaria para adquirir uno de los edificios de mayor relevancia arquitectónica de Filadelfia, a pocos pasos de Rittenhouse Square. Diseñada en 1902 por Horace Trumbauer, arquitecto del Museo de Arte de Filadelfia, la mansión Edward C. Knight, de cinco plantas, fue concebida siguiendo la tradición francesa de los Beaux-Arts del siglo XVIII y nunca ha perdido su grandeza. La característica más destacada del edificio es su escalera elíptica de mármol de Carrara de cuatro plantas, coronada por una claraboya tipo «oeil-de-boeuf». La fachada conserva sus balcones y puertas de hierro forjado ornamentados originales, obra del maestro metalúrgico Samuel Yellin. Los espacios interiores son amplios, luminosos y adaptables. Zonificada para uso comercial y actualmente configurada para oficinas profesionales, la propiedad ofrece un atractivo potencial de uso mixto, ya sea reconvertida en un hotel boutique, en viviendas de lujo, en oficinas creativas o en un concepto de tienda insignia o galería acorde con su ubicación y pedigrí. Más de un siglo de propietarios distinguidos, incluyendo su uso como museo de arte privado e institución cívica, no ha hecho sino reforzar la procedencia del edificio. Propiedades de este calibre y ubicación rara vez salen al mercado. Los detalles de la propiedad y la oportunidad han sido facilitados por el vendedor u otros; el comprador deberá verificarlos.
Une occasion exceptionnelle d’acquérir l’un des bâtiments les plus remarquables de Philadelphie sur le plan architectural, à deux pas de Rittenhouse Square. Conçue en 1902 par Horace Trumbauer, l’architecte du Philadelphia Museum of Art, la demeure Edward C. Knight, haute de cinq étages, s’inscrit dans la tradition des Beaux-Arts français du XVIIIe siècle et n’a jamais perdu de sa grandeur. La caractéristique la plus célèbre du bâtiment est son escalier elliptique en marbre de Carrare de quatre étages, couronné par une verrière en œil-de-bœuf. La façade conserve ses balcons et portails en fer forgé d'origine, réalisés par le maître forgeron Samuel Yellin. Les espaces intérieurs sont généreux, baignés de lumière et modulables. Classée en zone commerciale et actuellement aménagée pour accueillir des bureaux professionnels, la propriété offre un potentiel mixte très attractif : elle peut être reconvertie en hôtel-boutique, en résidence de luxe, en bureaux créatifs, ou encore en magasin phare ou galerie d'art à la hauteur de son emplacement et de son histoire. Plus d'un siècle de propriétaires prestigieux, notamment en tant que musée d'art privé et institution civique, n'a fait que renforcer la renommée du bâtiment. Des biens de ce calibre et de cet emplacement sont rarement mis sur le marché. Les détails relatifs au bien et à l'opportunité sont fournis par le vendeur ou d'autres parties ; l'acheteur doit les vérifier.
Un'opportunità straordinaria per acquisire uno degli edifici di maggiore rilevanza architettonica di Filadelfia, a pochi passi da Rittenhouse Square. Progettata nel 1902 da Horace Trumbauer, l'architetto del Philadelphia Museum of Art, la Edward C. Knight Mansion, un edificio di cinque piani, è stata concepita secondo la tradizione Beaux-Arts francese del XVIII secolo e non ha mai perso il suo splendore. La caratteristica più celebre dell'edificio è la sua scala ellittica in marmo di Carrara a quattro piani, coronata da un lucernario a occhio di bue. La facciata conserva i balconi e i cancelli in ferro battuto decorati originali, realizzati dal maestro artigiano Samuel Yellin. Gli spazi interni sono generosi, luminosi e adattabili. Destinata a uso commerciale e attualmente configurata per uffici professionali, la proprietà offre un interessante potenziale di uso misto: può essere riproposta come struttura ricettiva di nicchia, convertita in residenza di lusso, trasformata in uffici creativi o in un concept di negozio o galleria di punta, in linea con il suo indirizzo e il suo pedigree. Oltre un secolo di proprietà illustri, tra cui l'uso come museo d'arte privato e istituzione civica, non ha fatto altro che rafforzare la provenienza dell'edificio. Immobili di questo calibro e in questa posizione raramente vengono messi sul mercato. Dettagli dell'immobile e dell'opportunità forniti dal venditore o da altri; l'acquirente è tenuto a verificarli.
這是一個難得的機會,讓您擁有費城最具建築意義的建築之一,距離里滕豪斯廣場僅數步之遙。這座五層樓高的愛德華·C·奈特豪宅由費城藝術博物館的建築師霍勒斯·特倫鮑爾於1902年設計,其設計靈感源自18世紀法國貝葉斯藝術風格,至今仍未失去其宏偉氣派。該建築最受推崇的特色,是那座高達四層樓的橢圓形卡拉拉大理石樓梯,頂端由一扇牛眼形天窗點綴。建築立面保留了由金屬工藝大師塞繆爾·耶林(Samuel Yellin)打造的原裝華麗鍛鐵陽台與大門。室內空間寬敞、採光充沛且具高度靈活性。該物業位於商業區,目前規劃為專業辦公用途,但具備極具吸引力的複合式開發潛力——無論是轉型為精品酒店、改建為豪華住宅、打造創意辦公空間,抑或規劃符合其地段與血統的旗艦零售店或藝廊,皆能完美契合。逾百年的顯赫業主淵源,包括曾作為私人藝術博物館及公共機構使用,更進一步鞏固了這棟建築的歷史底蘊。此等水準與地段的物業極少問世。物業及機會詳情由賣方或其他人士提供;買方應自行核實。
فرصة استثنائية لامتلاك أحد أبرز المباني المعمارية في فيلادلفيا، على بعد خطوات من ميدان ريتنهاوس. صمم «قصر إدوارد سي. نايت» المكون من خمسة طوابق في عام 1902 على يد هوراس ترومباور، المهندس المعماري لمتحف فيلادلفيا للفنون، وقد تم تصميمه وفقًا لتقاليد فن «البو-آرت» الفرنسي في القرن الثامن عشر، ولم يفقد أبدًا روعته. أشهر ما يميز المبنى هو درجه الإهليليجي المكون من أربعة طوابق والمصنوع من رخام كارارا، والذي يتوجته نافذة سقفية على شكل عين الثور. تحتفظ الواجهة بشرفاتها وبواباتها الأصلية المزخرفة المصنوعة من الحديد المطاوع، والتي صنعها صانع المعادن البارع صامويل يلين. المساحات الداخلية واسعة ومليئة بالضوء وقابلة للتكيف. يقع العقار في منطقة تجارية ومصمم حاليًا للاستخدام المكتبي المهني، ويوفر إمكانات جذابة للاستخدام المتعدد - سواء تم إعادة توظيفه ليصبح فندقًا بوتيكيًا، أو تم تحويله إلى سكن فاخر، أو مكتب إبداعي، أو متجر رئيسي أو معرض فني يتناسب مع موقعه وتاريخه العريق. أكثر من قرن من الملكية المتميزة، بما في ذلك استخدامه كمتحف فني خاص ومؤسسة مدنية، لم يؤد إلا إلى تعميق أصول المبنى. نادراً ما يتم طرح عقارات من هذا المستوى والموقع في السوق. تفاصيل العقار والفرصة مقدمة من البائع أو آخرين؛ على المشتري التحقق منها.
Total
9,000± sqft plus 1,300± sqft basement | 5 stories | Elevator | 2,000± sqft lot
Architectural Provenance
Designed by Horace Trumbauer in 1902; Commissioned for sugar baron Edward C. Knight; Considered the finest urban residential design of Trumbauer's career; One of the last surviving Trumbauer contributions to Philadelphia's architectural history; Trumbauer also designed the Philadelphia Museum of Art, portions of the Free Library of Philadelphia, and numerous prominent private estates
Exterior
Beaux-Arts limestone façade incorporating bold 18th-century French architectural elements; Wrought iron gates, window grilles, and balcony railings crafted by master ironsmith Samuel Yellin; Original exterior façade maintained in exceptional condition; Masonry and concrete construction
Interior
Four-story elliptical Carrara marble staircase with elegant iron railing ascending to an oeil-de-boeuf skylight; Second-floor Louis XV-style salon rooms featuring elaborate bronze mounts, arched windows, and molded plaster rondels; Third and fourth floors appointed in Louis XVI style; Fifth floor with interior spiral wooden staircase connecting to the fourth floor; French doors throughout; Drywall and plaster interior walls; Both original and replacement windows; Original and recessed lighting
Additional Spaces
1,300± sqft basement; Greenhouse constructed at rear of first floor
Building Systems
Passenger elevator; Concrete foundation
Location
One block to Rittenhouse Square; Walkable to Philadelphia's finest hotels, private clubs, galleries, theaters, and restaurants; Surrounded by over 150 public parking spaces; Convenient to all major transportation
Disclosure
Auction: Property details provided by seller or others; buyer to verify. Concierge may also, in its discretion, offer additional incentives to one or more pre-auction bidders, including but not limited to guarantees and purchase terms that differ from the Purchase and Sale Contract. Buyer's Premium subject to VAT.
Deposit
Deposit: $10,000 bidder deposit required
Buyer's Premium
12.75%
Buyer shall pay to Concierge a “Buyer's Premium” in addition to the Purchase Price for the Property. The Buyer's Premium is not a real estate commission; it is the fee that Concierge charges to bidders for bringing the Property to auction.
Co-Broker Compensation
2.5%
Compensation will be paid to any properly registered Broker whose client is the successful Buyer at the Auction and whose client completes the purchase of the Property pursuant to Concierge Auctions' Bidder Terms and Conditions.
1629 Locust Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
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