Pier 3 Condominiums
3 North Columbus Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19106
Snapshot
Pier 3 Condominiums At a Glance
| FEATURE | DETAIL |
|---|---|
| Year Converted |
1994 |
| Residences |
172 |
| Parking | Garage |
| Pets | Pet Friendly |
Pier 3 is a true gated community and every condo includes garage parking. These homes face north toward the Ben Franklin Bridge or south toward the NJ waterfront. Some smaller one-bedrooms overlook the interior courtyard. Some residences feature wood-burning fireplaces, and a large common deck overlooking the river is one of the building’s standout amenities.
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Outline
Pier 3 offers a wide variety of amenities that are not always found in this price range, including a 24-hour doorman and concierge, heated indoor swimming pool, fitness center, gated indoor assigned parking, EV charging stations, bicycle storage, elevators, security, and direct access to the pier and docks. The building also offers visitor parking, a real plus when entertaining, and multiple common areas take advantage of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge views. Boaters may also have the option of keeping a boat at the adjacent marina, subject to availability and marina arrangements.
The waterfront location provides easy access to Old City restaurants, shopping and galleries, as well as Penn’s Landing, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Cherry Street Pier, Race Street Pier, Morgan’s Pier, the seasonal skating rink, and the neighborhood dog park. Access to I-95, I-76, the Ben Franklin Bridge, and Philadelphia International Airport is also convenient.
Condo fees cover the doorman/concierge, common-area and exterior building maintenance, management, pier and dock maintenance, indoor pool, reserve fund contributions, snow removal, trash, water and sewer, and parking.
Quick Sales Stats
2025: 13 Sales, Top Price $385,000
2024: 9 Sales, Top Price $390,000
2023: 8 Sales, Top Price $350,000
2022: 14 Sales, Top Price $344,000
2021: 12 Sales, Top Price $910,000
2020: 5 Sales, Top Price $289,000
2019: 15 Sales, Top Price $320,000
2018: 13 Sales, Top Price $580,000
2017: 18 Sales, Top Price $310,000
2016: 14 Sales, Top Price $355,000
*Detailed sales data for every condo at Pier 3 is available upon request.
Two Cents
My Take on Pier 3
Pier 3 is a true gated waterfront community, and one of the things I like about the building is the variety of views and floor plans. Most residences face either north or south, and I find very little difference in value simply based on direction. South-facing homes generally get more direct sunlight and views toward the New Jersey waterfront, while many north-facing units have terrific Ben Franklin Bridge views. Some of the smaller one-bedroom condos face the building’s interior courtyard.
Condition can make a significant difference in value here. Some Pier 3 condos have been beautifully renovated, while others remain closer to their original condition, which helps explain the sometimes substantial price differences between otherwise similar units. Many residences also have wood-burning fireplaces, and each unit has its own HVAC system. There is no gas service to the building.
Every residence includes one garage parking space. Finding a second space to rent can be hit-or-miss, so buyers needing two cars should keep that in mind. The building also has three elevators, on-site management, annual exterior window washing, and a large common deck overlooking the Delaware River, easily one of Pier 3’s standout features.
Originally built as a working city pier in the 1920s, Pier 3 was converted into 172 residences with covered interior parking in 1984 and reorganized as a condominium in 1994. Electricity is individually metered and paid by the owner. Rentals require a minimum 30-day lease, and the pet policy permits up to two pets with a 40-pound mature-weight limit.
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