$885,000
3 bd|2 ba|1,785 sqft
1637 Kater St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
For Sale
Listing description
Triple Mint mid-19th Century Townhouse located on one of Bella Vista’s prized tree-lined blocks, where houses rarely come available for sale. This fine 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers exquisite details throughout. Enter a beautiful living room of generous proportions, continue back to the dining area and stunning chef’s kitchen featuring top-of-the-line appliances, and atrium glass door looking onto an east-facing private decked potter’s garden; ideal for outdoor grilling year ‘round. Ascending to the second and third floor, you’ll find generous bedrooms, sparkling bathrooms, ample closet space, and convenient laundry. The basement is finished perfectly as a fitness center and handyman’s shop.
Rooms by level
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
- Upper level2 bedrooms · 2 full baths
- Upper level 21 bedroom · 1 full bath
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3 full
- Living area
- 2,000 sq ft
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Contemporary
- Year built
- 1960
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.02 acres (864 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $449
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2677316
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on NookLocal
- 1 day
Interior features
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Interior features
- Kitchen - Eat-In, Walk-in Closet(s)
- Basement
- Full
- Laundry
- Upper Floor
- Levels
- 3
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Masonry
- Foundation
- Other
- Patio & porch
- Patio(s)
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- None
- Total spaces
- 0
Community
- Subdivision
- BELLA VISTA
Lot & zoning
- Zoning
- RSA5
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Negotiable
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | Listed for sale | $897,000 |
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
$836,000
Below the asking price by 7%.
Automated estimate, not an appraisal.
This home's sale history
- Sold July 2013$630,000
- Sold August 2012$276,000
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $9,224 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$179,400 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$5,533/mo
- Principal & interest
- $4,503
- Property taxes
- $769
- Home insurance (est.)
- $262
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
Philadelphia City
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.
Map location
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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: October 27, 2026 at 2:14 AM EDT
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