$239,000
3 bd|2 ba|1,209 sqft
121 N 55th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Listed by Arthur C. Morton Real Estate
For Sale
Listing description
🔥 EAST FALLS OPPORTUNITY – LOCATION, POTENTIAL & VALUE! 🔥 Welcome to 3609 Fisk Avenue, your chance to own a home in one of Philadelphia's most desirable and rapidly appreciating neighborhoods! Nestled in the heart of East Falls, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of immediate livability and future upside. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build sweat equity, an investor searching for your next project, or someone eager to create their dream home in a prime location, the possibilities are endless. Location is everything, and this one delivers. Enjoy being just minutes from Center City, Kelly Drive, Fairmount Park, public transportation, top universities, local restaurants, coffee shops, and all the charm that makes East Falls one of Philadelphia's most sought-after neighborhoods. Don't miss this opportunity to secure prime East Falls real estate at an attractive price point. Homes with this kind of potential, yard space, and location don't come around often!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 1,250 sq ft
- Heating
- 90% Forced Air
- Cooling
- Wall Unit, Window Unit(s)
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Traditional
- Year built
- 1939
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.02 acres (840 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $192
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2647736
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on market
- 1 day
Interior features
- Basement
- Full
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- 2+ Access Exits
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Masonry
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- On Street
Community
- Subdivision
- EAST FALLS
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 14.00 x 60.00
- Zoning
- RSA5
Included in the sale
- Inclusions
- All appliances in as is condition
- Exclusions
- All sellers personal property
- Possession
- 0-30 Days CD, 61-90 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | Listed for sale | $239,900 |
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
$260,000
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
- $239,900
- County assessment implies
- $287,365
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 819 LEAGUE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147 | June 2026 | $405,000 | 2/1 | 1,248 | $354,730 |
| 2512 S FAIRHILL ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148 | June 2026 | $140,000 | 2/1 | 1,253 | $131,000 |
| 4323 FLEMING ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128 | July 2026 | $315,000 | 2/2 | 1,244 | $232,252 |
| 237 MIFFLIN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148 | June 2026 | $330,000 | 2/1 | 1,260 | $312,011 |
| 1804 MONTROSE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146 | July 2026 | $430,000 | 2/1 | 1,200 | $420,161 |
| 612 MARTIN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128 | June 2026 | $315,000 | 2/1 | 1,122 | $342,899 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $3,794 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$47,980 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,590/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,204
- Property taxes
- $316
- Home insurance (est.)
- $70
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: July 14, 2026 at 8:21 PM EDT
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