NookLocal
For Sale

Listing description

Opportunity knocks at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom rowhome/twin in the desirable Fox Chase/Rhawnhurst-area pocket of Northeast Philadelphia! Situated on a 2744 sf lot with approximately 1356 square feet of living space, this property is priced to reflect its need for updates and is ready for your vision. The home retains its original layout and solid bones, offering a fantastic canvas for renovation. Buyers should expect to invest in cosmetic upgrades (flooring, paint, kitchen and bath finishes) as well as mechanical updates (HVAC, electrical, and/or plumbing systems) to bring this property up to modern standards. Ideal for investors, contractors, or owner-occupants looking to build sweet equity in a stable, established neighborhood. Conveniently located near Roosevelt Boulevard, Cottman Avenue shopping and dining, public transportation, and local parks, this location offers easy access to Center City and the surrounding suburbs. Being sold strictly AS-IS. Do not miss this chance to customize a home in a sought-after Northeast Philly location — schedule your showing today!

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Lower level1 half bath
  2. Main level1 half bath
  3. Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 2 half
Living area
1,956 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Wall Unit

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural style
Traditional, Straight Thru
Year built
1950

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.06 acres (2,745 sq ft)
Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$118
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2652504
County
Philadelphia County
School district
The School District Of Philadelphia
Days on NookLocal
Just listed

Interior features

Appliances
Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
Flooring
Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Interior features
Kitchen - Eat-In
Basement
Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
Laundry
Basement
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry
Foundation
Brick/Mortar
Exterior features
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Patio & porch
Patio(s)

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
None
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Driveway, Attached Garage, Other
Garage type
Garage Door Opener
Total spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
CASTOR GARDENS

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
25.00 x 110.00
Zoning
RSA3
Cross street
ALGON

Included in the sale

Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 27, 2026Listed for sale$229,900

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

Estimated value

$271,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Philadelphia County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$229,900
County assessment implies
$294,043

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
159 E MAYLAND ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144July 2026$257,5003/11,940$380,020
1842 TOMLINSON RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19116May 2026$395,0003/11,932$390,382
606 E DURHAM ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119June 2026$600,0003/22,040$403,513
1235 E BARRINGER ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119July 2026$310,0003/21,836$228,058
8128 HENNIG ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111June 2026$345,0003/11,440$433,858
6655 ANDERSON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119July 2026$375,0003/21,776$278,392

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $3,883 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$45,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,545/mo

Principal & interest
$1,154
Property taxes
$324
Home insurance (est.)
$67

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.

© BRIGHT, All Rights Reserved

Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed

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.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have Closed or are no longer being offered for sale.

Data last updated: July 27, 2026 at 2:21 PM EDT

Want help finding the right home in Philadelphia?

Our co-founder Carmen does a 1-on-1 needs analysis with you, then hand-picks a vetted Philadelphia agent or lender. Free, no obligation. If you work with a partner we introduce, NookLocal may earn a referral fee from their broker.

Get matched
Request a tour