$259,900
3 bd|2.5 ba|1,249 sqft
1523 N Allison St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Listed by Premier Real Estate Inc
For Sale
Listing description
Fresh Price Adjustment! Turnkey Opportunity for First-Time Home Buyers. Why rent when you can own? This well-maintained AirLite townhome offers comfort, value, and many of the updates today's buyers want. Enjoy Central Air, efficient Gas Heat, beautiful hardwood floors, and an updated Kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern flooring, and a built-in microwave. Three comfortable bedrooms with all new carpeting make moving in easy. The lower-level bonus room is ideal for a home office, workout area, storage, or future finished living space. An attached garage, automatic opener, private driveway, and abundant street parking add everyday convenience. Relax outdoors on the inviting front patio beneath the permanent hard-top gazebo—perfect for grilling or unwinding after work. Conveniently located near City Avenue shopping, restaurants, Lankenau Medical Center, public transportation, and the revitalized Cobbs Creek Golf Club. Owner-occupants may qualify for Philadelphia's Homestead Exemption, reducing annual real estate taxes by approximately $1,400. FHA financing may be welcome, and Seller Assist may be considered, making homeownership more attainable. Schedule your showing today and discover an affordable place to call home.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 1,260 sq ft
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- AirLite
- Year built
- 1949
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.04 acres (1,600 sq ft)
- Garage
- 1 space
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $217
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2616538
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on NookLocal
- 78 days
Interior features
- Appliances
- Disposal, Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Wood, Ceramic Tile, Partially Carpeted
- Interior features
- Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Basement
- Full
- Laundry
- Lower Floor
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Masonry
- Roof
- Flat
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
- Exterior features
- Awning(s), BBQ Grill
- Patio & porch
- Patio(s), Roof
- Windows
- Double Hung, Double Pane, Insulated
- Doors
- Storm
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable TV Available
- Internet
- Cable
Parking
- Parking
- Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage type
- Basement Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
- Parking features
- Concrete Driveway
- Total spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 1
Community
- Subdivision
- OVERBROOK PARK
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 16X100
- Lot features
- Front Yard, Interior, Level
- Zoning
- RSA5
- Cross street
- MALVERN
Included in the sale
- Inclusions
- Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Possession
- Immediate
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2026 | Price reduced | $272,900 |
| Jun 5, 2026 | Listed for sale | $282,600 |
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
$183,000
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
- $272,900
- County assessment implies
- $219,313
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7424 RUSKIN RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151 | August 2026 | $175,000 | 3/1 | 1,152 | $189,408 |
| 1417 N 62ND ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151 | July 2026 | $100,000 | 3/1 | 1,202 | $108,200 |
| 6424 CALLOWHILL ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151 | August 2026 | $120,000 | 3/1 | 1,408 | $112,672 |
| 4810 PARRISH ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139 | July 2026 | $185,000 | 3/1 | 1,260 | $216,647 |
| 6026 MEDIA, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151 | August 2026 | $46,500 | 3/1 | 1,148 | $53,859 |
| 939 S 59TH ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 | August 2026 | $95,000 | 3/1 | 1,284 | $109,119 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $2,896 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$54,580 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,691/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,370
- Property taxes
- $241
- Home insurance (est.)
- $80
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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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:15 PM EDT
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