Situated on a quaint street in the heart of Philadelphia's historic Society Hill neighborhood, this masterfully renovated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, 18-foot wide townhouse is sure to impress. Upon arrival, you are welcomed to the property by a re-laid brick front, custom Bluestone tile front steps, and a beautiful window box perfect for a front garden. Enter the home through the enlarged front entryway leading to the bright foyer finished with marble tiling flooring with radiant heat. Making your way through the foyer, your attention is immediately taken by the sweeping 18' wide floor plan and glistening refinished hardwood flooring. A spacious living room occupies the front of the home, detailed with oversized windows, an abundance of natural light, and recessed lighting. Adjacent to the living room sits the formal dining room with plenty of space to comfortably host endless dinner parties. Nestled in the back of the home is the newly renovated chef's kitchen equipped with luxurious Thermador stainless steel appliances, a Gaggenau retractable cooktop ventilation hood, radiant heated porcelain tile floor, shining white marble countertops, and a plethora of white wooden cabinetry. The kitchen enjoys direct access to an expansive custom brick rear yard that boasts finely manicured landscaping and vibrant foliage. The main level is complete with a fully renovated half bathroom featuring marble tile flooring and radiant heat. Take the front staircase with a rebuilt custom wrought-iron and wood banister fabrication to the second floor and find your way to the sun-soaked primary suite, detailed with three very large closets all with custom shelving, refinished hardwood flooring and recessed lighting. The impressive ensuite bath features a marble countertop vanity, an intimate soaking tub, a large glass-enclosed walk-in shower, decorous tiling, a heated towel rack, and is also accessible from the hall. Currently being utilized as a media room, the second bedroom on this floor is adorned with stunning glass french doors, a sumptuous light fixture, custom built-in shelving, a warm gas fireplace, and hardwood flooring. The third floor hosts the third and final bedroom complete with a brand new wall of ample closet space and recently installed hardwood flooring. This bedroom is coupled with a sizeable bonus room with plenty of space to accommodate an in-home office, a second living area, or an in-home fitness studio. Rounding out the third floor is a laundry closet with a brand new full sized washer and dryer, and a completely renovated full bathroom with a glass-enclosed walk-in shower, skylight, and radiant heated tile floor. This home is equipped with many five-star renovations including custom radiator covers throughout the home, new window treatments, complete interior repainted, and a Navien Combi boiler and hydronic heater in the vast unfinished basement, perfect for additional storage space. 279 South 5th Street has a WalkScore of 98, a BikeScore of 94, and sits just blocks away from Washington Square Park, Independence Hall, and more. Conveniently located to many local amenities including grocery stores, Talula's Garden, The Magnolia Garden, Pizzeria Stella, and more!