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Listing description

Welcome to 1309 Friendship St, a brick twin home located in the Castor Gardens neighborhood. This property features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, with laminate flooring throughout the main living areas and bedrooms. The main level includes a living area, dining space, and kitchen. The upper level offers three bedrooms and one full bathroom. The basement is partially finished, providing additional interior space for a variety of permitted uses, along with utility and storage areas. There is also a half bath conveniently located in the basement. Property is located near local schools, shopping, public transportation, and major roadways.

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. Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,280 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural style
AirLite
Year built
1950

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.06 acres (2,714 sq ft)
Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$218
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2597104
County
Philadelphia County
School district
Philadelphia City
Days on NookLocal
154 days

Interior features

Basement
Partially Finished
Levels
3
Accessibility
36"+ wide Halls

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry
Foundation
Slab

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage, On Street, Off Street
Garage type
Garage - Rear Entry
Total spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
CASTOR GARDENS

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
24.00 x 113.00
Zoning
RSA3

Included in the sale

Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 28, 2026Price reduced$279,000
Mar 21, 2026Listed for sale$289,000

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

Estimated value

$268,000

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.

Last sold
December 2016 for $150,000
County deed record in 2016 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
Current list price
$279,000
County assessment implies
$286,517

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
534 TYSON AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111August 2026$301,0003/11,280$299,427
7349 FRONTENAC ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111August 2026$225,0002/11,296$187,146
1315 SHELMIRE AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111August 2026$322,0003/21,324$227,508
6039 PALMETTO ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111July 2026$250,0003/21,305$182,666
537 ROBBINS ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111August 2026$220,0003/11,374$210,948
6747 DITMAN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19135July 2026$245,0003/11,360$262,201

Sale history

DateEventPrice
December 2016Sold$150,000

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $3,783 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$55,800 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,797/mo

Principal & interest
$1,401
Property taxes
$315
Home insurance (est.)
$81

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.

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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: August 22, 2026 at 2:13 PM EDT

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