$149,900
3 bd|1 ba|1,056 sqft
1928 W Carey St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Listed by Realty ONE Group Focus
For Sale
Listing description
**INVESTOR SPECIAL**INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY** This 3-bed, 1-bath home is looking for its next owner. Whether you are an investor looking to add to your portfolio or someone willing to put in the hard work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. It is being sold in AS-IS condition. Inside, find hardwood floors throughout, as well as large living spaces and high ceilings. Located in East Germantown, the home is about 15 minutes from Chestnut Hill, 10 from Wissahickon Valley Park, and about 30 minutes from the city by car. There is plenty of public transportation nearby, including the Chestnut Hill East train station. Don't wait—schedule a tour today!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 1,280 sq ft
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · End of Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Side-by-Side
- Year built
- 1905
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.04 acres (1,799 sq ft)
- Garage
- 1 space
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $117
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2642370
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on market
- 1 day
Interior features
- Appliances
- Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Interior features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Wood Floors
- Basement
- Daylight, Full
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Brick
- Foundation
- Other
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- Driveway, Attached Garage
- Garage type
- Garage - Rear Entry, Basement Garage
- Total spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 1
Community
- Subdivision
- GERMANTOWN (EAST)
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 28.00 x 64.00
- Zoning
- RSA5
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Immediate, Settlement, Negotiable
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000 |
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
$153,000
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
- $150,000
- County assessment implies
- $186,453
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 254 E JOHNSON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | July 2026 | $160,000 | 3/1 | 1,320 | $150,883 |
| 251 E HAINES ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | June 2026 | $75,000 | 4/1 | 1,290 | $87,946 |
| 1313 E RITTENHOUSE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138 | July 2026 | $120,000 | 3/1 | 1,265 | $113,629 |
| 6343 MAGNOLIA ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | July 2026 | $150,000 | 3/1 | 1,152 | $160,910 |
| 5321 WINGOHOCKING TER, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | June 2026 | $153,250 | 3/1 | 1,142 | $161,498 |
| 1972 RENOVO ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138 | June 2026 | $165,000 | 3/1 | 1,274 | $151,966 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $2,462 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$30,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,002/mo
- Principal & interest
- $753
- Property taxes
- $205
- Home insurance (est.)
- $44
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 →
FBI and Pennsylvania source data, presented without spin.
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 9, 2026 at 8:23 PM EDT
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