$279,000
3 bd|1 ba|1,038 sqft
623 Fernon St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Listed by GE21 Realty
For Sale
Listing description
Available for the first time in 40 years, this Fishtown property is the ultimate blank canvas for an investor, contractor, or handy buyer. With recent block sales in the high $300k range, this is a prime opportunity to renovate and build major equity. The first floor offers a living room, dining area, kitchen, and an enclosed rear storage shed leading to a cozy backyard. Upstairs features two bedrooms and one bath. A full, unfinished basement provides great space for a workshop and laundry. Location, potential, and value—bring your contractor and your imagination! With daycares, boutique shopping, public transportation, and top-tier dining right at your doorstep, this home offers the quintessential city lifestyle without sacrificing peace and privacy. Property is being sold as-is.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 966 sq ft
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Straight Thru
- Year built
- 1920
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.02 acres (875 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $274
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2646592
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- The School District Of Philadelphia
- Days on market
- Just listed
Interior features
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Masonry
- Foundation
- Other
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- None
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- On Street
Community
- Subdivision
- FISHTOWN
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 14.00 x 64.00
- Zoning
- RSA5
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Settlement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000 |
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
$287,000
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
- $265,000
- County assessment implies
- $335,595
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2621 SEPVIVA ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | July 2026 | $275,000 | 1/1 | 975 | $250,007 |
| 1610-1612 N 3RD ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19122 | May 2026 | $260,000 | 2/1 | 962 | $337,653 |
| 2341 E BOSTON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | July 2026 | $374,900 | 2/1 | 1,046 | $348,187 |
| 9 WILLIG AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | June 2026 | $400,000 | 2/2 | 890 | $312,992 |
| 1751 N BAMBREY ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121 | June 2026 | $105,000 | 2/1 | 952 | $144,651 |
| 1442 N MARSTON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121 | July 2026 | $315,000 | 2/1 | 950 | $431,101 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $4,431 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$53,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,777/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,330
- Property taxes
- $369
- Home insurance (est.)
- $77
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
The School District Of Philadelphia
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 15, 2026 at 2:19 AM EDT
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