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Listing description

Welcome to 2646 S. 72nd Street, a 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offering a great opportunity for a buyer looking to add their own personal touches and create value over time. The home is currently livable and functional but would benefit from cosmetic updating and modernization, making it an excellent option for an owner-occupant who wants to renovate at their own pace or an investor looking for their next project. The main level offers comfortable living and dining areas along with a functional kitchen, while the upper level features three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The property provides a solid starting point with plenty of potential to update the finishes, improve the living spaces and make the home your own. Conveniently located in Southwest Philadelphia with access to neighborhood shopping, public transportation, major roadways and Philadelphia International Airport.Whether you're looking for an affordable home you can update over time or an investment opportunity with value-add potential, 2646 S. 72nd Street is worth a look. Schedule your showing and explore the possibilities.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
1,138 sq ft
Heating
Radiant
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
AirLite
Year built
1954

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.03 acres (1,307 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$140
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2658092
County
Philadelphia County
School district
The School District Of Philadelphia
Days on NookLocal
8 days

Interior features

Basement
Full
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Brick
Foundation
Brick/Mortar

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
On Street

Community

Subdivision
ELMWOOD PARK

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
16x71
Zoning
RM1

Included in the sale

Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Aug 14, 2026Listed for sale$159,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

$147,000

Below the asking price by 8%.

Automated estimate, not an appraisal.

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $1,846 (2027 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$31,800 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$998/mo

Principal & interest
$798
Property taxes
$154
Home insurance (est.)
$46

Taxes use the amount recorded on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

The School District Of Philadelphia

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Philadelphia County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Philadelphia County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which United Real Estate Strive 212 participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:15 PM EDT

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