$289,900
3 bd|2 ba|1,280 sqft
1840 73rd Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19126
Listed by Century 21 Advantage Gold-Castor
For Sale
Listing description
Welcome to this beautifully updated home featuring a charming front porch and fenced front yard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Step inside to a bright and airy open-concept layout filled with natural light from newly installed windows, complemented by rich laminate & hard wood flooring and fresh paint throughout. The modern kitchen is thoughtfully designed with granite countertops, white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and garbage disposal, along with a spacious island ideal for cooking and gathering. Upstairs, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms, each offering closet space, along with a full bathroom featuring a skylight that brings in abundant natural light, plus a tub/shower combination. The fully finished basement adds valuable living space, complete with a pantry room, laundry room with washer and dryer hookups, a second full bathroom, and a versatile open area perfect for a family room, home gym, office, or more. A unique pet nook adds extra charm and functionality. Additional highlights include rear exterior storage space and a gated driveway providing secure off-street parking.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2 full
- Living area
- 1,336 sq ft
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Cooling
- None
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Straight Thru
- Year built
- 1920
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.03 acres (1,313 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $217
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2614128
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on NookLocal
- 111 days
Interior features
- Appliances
- Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Interior features
- Kitchen - Eat-In
- Basement
- Fully Finished
- Laundry
- Basement, Hookup
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Masonry
- Roof
- Shingle, Rubber, Flat
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Natural Gas
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- Driveway
Community
- Subdivision
- TACONY
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 18.00 x 75.00
- Zoning
- RSA5
- Cross street
- HELLERMAN
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Immediate
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | Price reduced | $290,000 |
| — | Price reduced | $295,000 |
| May 3, 2026 | Listed for sale | $309,900 |
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
$276,000
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
- July 2019 for $72,700
- County deed record in 2019 dollars; not comparable to today's value.
- Current list price
- $290,000
- County assessment implies
- $169,069
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5740 HARBISON AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19135 | August 2026 | $185,000 | 3/1 | 1,250 | $258,462 |
| 4010 PRINCETON AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19135 | August 2026 | $245,000 | 3/1 | 1,440 | $309,047 |
| 5920 FRONTENAC ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149 | August 2026 | $265,000 | 3/2 | 1,348 | $232,455 |
| 7154 COTTAGE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19135 | August 2026 | $265,000 | 3/2 | 1,536 | $224,701 |
| 2820 MAXWELL ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136 | August 2026 | $302,500 | 3/2 | 1,296 | $268,894 |
| 1600 MAGEE AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149 | August 2026 | $295,000 | 3/2 | 1,288 | $268,091 |
Sale history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| July 2019 | Sold | $72,700 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $2,232 (2025 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$58,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,726/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,456
- Property taxes
- $186
- Home insurance (est.)
- $85
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: August 22, 2026 at 2:14 PM EDT
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