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Listing description

Welcome to 309 W. Earlham Terrace, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Victorian twin located on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of West Germantown. From the moment you arrive, the charming wrap-around porch sets the tone for a home filled with character, space, and natural light. Inside, you’ll find an open living and dining area with beautiful hardwood flooring, high ceilings over 9 feet, and a comfortable layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The first floor features a convenient powder room, an updated kitchen, and access to a fenced backyard that offers the perfect setting for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or a quiet morning coffee. Upstairs, the second floor includes a spacious bedroom with an en suite bath, a conveniently located laundry room, and a generous primary suite with its own en suite bathroom featuring a walk-in tiled shower and soaking tub. The third floor offers three additional bedrooms and a full bath with a skylight, bringing in even more natural light. The full-footprint lower level provides excellent storage and offers future potential to be finished for additional living space, a home gym, office, or recreation area. This home has been well cared for and includes several important updates, including dual-zone heat and air, a newer roof installed in 2017 with a warranty through 2027, a new water heater installed in 2023, and electrical upgrades including 200-amp service and grounding system. Located in historic Germantown, this home offers convenient access to East Falls, Roxborough, City Avenue, I-76, Kelly Drive, Route 1, SEPTA regional rail, Thomas Jefferson University, and Drexel University College of Medicine. With its classic charm, modern updates, generous space, and convenient location, 309 W. Earlham Terrace is ready to welcome its next owner.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3 full
Living area
2,256 sq ft
Heating
None
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · End of Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Traditional
Year built
1932

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.05 acres (2,288 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$195
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2640180
County
Philadelphia County
School district
Philadelphia City
Days on market
2 days

Interior features

Basement
Full
Levels
3
Accessibility
2+ Access Exits

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Stone

Systems & utilities

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

Parking

Parking
Off Street

Community

Subdivision
GERMANTOWN

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
27.00 x 86.00
Zoning
RSA3
Cross street
Pulaski

Included in the sale

Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 13, 2026Listed for sale$440,000

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

$399,000

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
August 2017 for $160,000
County deed record in 2017 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
Current list price
$440,000
County assessment implies
$409,370

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
2417 E CUMBERLAND ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125July 2026$325,0005/32,172$264,772
922 N MARSHALL ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123June 2026$750,0004/32,304$410,523
2329 GERRITT ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146June 2026$433,0004/32,200$244,226
1100 E PHIL ELLENA ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19150July 2026$440,0004/32,059$316,692
3438 N CARLISLE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140June 2026$96,0005/22,016$147,095
1403 S PATTON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146June 2026$485,0004/32,400$252,089

Sale history

DateEventPrice
August 2017Sold$160,000

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

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $5,406 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$88,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$2,788/mo

Principal & interest
$2,209
Property taxes
$451
Home insurance (est.)
$128

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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Data last updated: July 14, 2026 at 8:22 PM EDT

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