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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Condo
Sub Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 580 sqft
Subdivision Rittenhouse Square
MLS Listing ID PAPH2629904
Style Contemporary,Mid-Century Modern,Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 580
Year Built 1929
Lot Size 0.366 Acres
Acres 0.37
Lot Dimensions 110.00 x 145.00
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Mornings tend to start in that kitchen, and it earns the attention. Stainless steel appliances line the space with a quiet efficiency: a self-cleaning oven, a range hood, a refrigerator with an ice maker, a dishwasher, and an in-unit washer and dryer that remove one of the great logistical frustrations of apartment life. The microwave and garbage disposal round out a setup that supports everything from a quick weeknight dinner to a proper Sunday breakfast. The countertops have been upgraded, the finishes feel considered, and the whole space connects directly to the living room so conversation never has to stop when someone moves to cook.
The bedroom offers a walk-in closet — a genuine luxury in a building of this era — and the window treatments throughout the unit give you full control over light and privacy without having to improvise with sheets and tension rods. The bathroom is clean and functional, completing a floor plan that covers every essential without excess.
Built in 1930, Icon has the kind of bones that newer construction rarely replicates. The address at 1616 Walnut Street places you at the center of Rittenhouse Square, one of Philadelphia's most walkable and architecturally rich neighborhoods. The green of the square itself is steps away, and the density of restaurants, coffee shops, and independent retailers along Walnut and the surrounding blocks means most daily errands happen on foot. The neighborhood rewards that rhythm — the kind where you leave the car parked and simply move through the city at a human pace.
For days when distance matters, the building's proximity to Center City transit options means commuting without a car is a genuine and practical choice rather than an inconvenience to be managed. The rest of the city opens up quickly from here.
Back inside the building, the amenity package reflects the address. A staffed concierge handles the details that make a building feel like more than a place to sleep. The fitness center is on-site. A game room and meeting room offer flexible space depending on what the day requires. A picnic area and a roof deck round out the communal offerings, and the roof deck in particular earns its keep across three seasons — a place where the Philadelphia skyline becomes the backdrop to an ordinary evening. Secured parking is available in the garage for residents who keep a vehicle, and the building maintains security throughout. Pets are welcome here, both cats and dogs, with a deposit required.
Life at Icon on the sixth floor settles into a rhythm quickly. The city is right outside, the building holds its own, and the apartment itself is the kind of space that feels comfortable the moment you stop moving boxes. Pricing and availability subject to change on a daily basis. Photos are of model units. Parking may be available subject to availability and may be an additional fee.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19103 (19103)
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Elevator, Flat, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Other
Hot Water Other
Heating Other
Cooling Other
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Disposal, Range Hood
Furnishings No
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Refrigerator, Disposal, Range Hood
Heat Source Other
Laundry Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck(s), Balcony, Patio(s), Roof, Terrace
Parking Features Underground, Other
Garage Spaces 1.0
Amenities Available Bar/Lounge, Club House, Community Center, Concierge, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Meeting Room, Party Room, Recreational Center, Security, Other, Spa
Water Access N
Accessibility Other
Porch Deck(s), Balcony, Patio(s), Roof, Terrace
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage Y
Building
Story 1
Unit Features Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
Above Ground Finished SqFt 580
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Traditional, Unit/Flat, Other
Level or Stories 1
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Pets Allowed Y
Senior Community No
Tax ID 881012260
Ownership Other
SqFt Source 580
Security Features 24 hour security,Desk in Lobby,Doorman,Resident Manager
Pets Allowed Breed Restrictions, Case by Case Basis, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Pet Addendum/Deposit
Nearby School & Business
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