$539,900
7818 Farnsworth St, Philadelphia, PA 19152
Listed by RE/MAX Realty Services-Bensalem
The Joseph Meehan House offers a rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated detached single-family home with deep roots in Mt. Airy history. Recently updated while preserving the character of the space, this four-bedroom home blends original details, modern finishes, and a meaningful connection to one of the neighborhood’s notable horticultural families. A gracious front porch sets the tone before you enter into a bright, open living and dining space featuring beautiful original wood floors, tall ceilings, substantial baseboards, and abundant windows that fill the home with natural light. The updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. Just beyond the kitchen, you’ll find a convenient laundry room and first-floor powder room. Upstairs, the second floor features two well-appointed bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a hall closet. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms, creating flexible space for guests, work-from-home needs, or additional living space. Known as the Joseph Meehan House, the property carries meaningful local historic significance. Joseph Meehan was a prominent editor, horticulturalist, landscape gardener, nurseryman, writer, and Civil War veteran. He was also part of the larger Meehan family legacy in Mt. Airy, Germantown, and Philadelphia, and brother to noted botanist, author, and publisher Thomas Meehan of Meehan & Sons Nursery.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | Price reduced | $565,000 |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$530,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Philadelphia County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 135 W SEYMOUR ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | September 2026 | $182,500 | 4/2 | 2,204 | $239,763 |
| 479 HARMON RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128 | August 2026 | $535,000 | 4/2 | 1,865 | $495,412 |
| 8459 VERREE RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111 | July 2026 | $399,000 | 3/2 | 2,072 | $300,063 |
| 42 GOOD ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119 | July 2026 | $645,000 | 4/3 | 3,311 | $387,000 |
| 6915 CLEARVIEW ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119 | September 2026 | $885,000 | 4/2 | 2,586 | $718,508 |
| 91 E BELLS MILL RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118 | July 2026 | $1,125,000 | 3/2 | 1,908 | $679,294 |
Recorded property taxes: $3,996 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$3,334/mo
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.
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
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Property taxes
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Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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