$950,000
2138 Spring St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
Some homes ask for your attention. 429 Salmon Street demands it — and then backs it up. This custom-built architectural statement was designed by someone who clearly got tired of cookie-cutter rowhomes. European-inspired contemporary lines meet warmth and intention: glass walls, a floating staircase, ceiling heights that make you look up on purpose, and a lighting system that shifts color with your mood — dinner party, movie night, or a quiet Tuesday. And then there's the part almost nobody in this zip code can offer: private parking. In the city. Yes, really. The layout works as hard as the design: 4 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms Finished basement with 11-foot ceilings Separate living room, den, dining room, and media room — real rooms, real flexibility Closets sized like they were designed by someone who's actually lived in a city rowhome Dedicated laundry room Dual HVAC systems (zoned comfort, floor to floor) Full smart home package with built-in speakers throughout The rooftop deck is the whole reason to buy the house. Unobstructed views of the Delaware River and the Benjamin Franklin Bridge lit up at night — the kind of view that turns a Tuesday into an occasion. The home's east-facing orientation toward I-95 and the river isn't a drawback, it's a design advantage. Windows are engineered to reduce outside noise, so the highway view stays a view, not a soundtrack. And with no homes directly across the street and minimal foot traffic passing by, this is a rare rowhome where you can leave the blinds up, let the light in, and never think twice about who's looking in. Add dual HVAC for climate control on top of that, and the result is a home that feels remarkably calm and private for its location. Location: Dinner at Suraya. Cocktails at Fette Sau. Brunch at La Colombe. Live music at Johnny Brenda's. A stroll down Frankford Ave for everything else. Easy access to the Market-Frankford Line for an effortless commute, plus major highways minutes away for everyone who'd rather drive. This isn't a starter home or a safe choice. It's for the buyer who wants presence, privacy, parking, and a view that never gets old — and who'd rather be 5 minutes from everything than in the middle of nowhere with a longer commute.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
This address was previously listed February 2026 and taken off the market without selling. A new listing restarts the days-on-market clock.
Estimated value
$961,000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2512 E CUMBERLAND ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | June 2026 | $892,500 | 4/4 | 3,273 | $1,143,967 |
| 1807 BLAIR ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | July 2026 | $815,000 | 4/3 | 2,915 | $1,141,000 |
| 2619 E HUNTINGDON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | July 2026 | $505,000 | 4/3 | 2,900 | $707,000 |
| 2127 DELANCEY PL, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103 | August 2026 | $2,532,000 | 4/4 | 3,100 | $3,337,380 |
| 2121 E SERGEANT ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | July 2026 | $900,000 | 4/3 | 3,200 | $1,260,000 |
| 1508 N 4TH ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122 | September 2026 | $560,000 | 4/5 | 2,662 | $998,381 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| April 2019 | Sold | $675,000 |
| December 2018 | Sold | $705,000 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Recorded property taxes: $2,152 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$5,372/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
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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