$599,900
3 bd|2.5 ba|2,214 sqft
1127 Hower Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Listed by HomeSmart Realty Advisors
For Sale
Listing description
Priced below market value, this is an incredible opportunity to own a spacious 7-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the desirable West Mount Airy neighborhood. Offering nearly 4,000 square feet of living space, this classic residence is filled with character, featuring generously sized rooms, high ceilings, timeless architectural details, and a flexible floor plan. While the home needs updating, it offers endless potential for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to customize a grand property and build instant equity. The expansive lot and detached 2-car garage provide added convenience and versatility. Ideally located near Wissahickon Valley Park, Chestnut Hill, shopping, dining, public transportation, and major commuter routes, this rare value-add opportunity combines location, space, and potential at an unbeatable price. Don't miss your chance to transform this diamond in the rough into your dream home or next investment—schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Bathrooms
- 2 full · 1 half
- Living area
- 3,991 sq ft
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Detached
- Architectural style
- Other
- Year built
- 1925
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.25 acres (10,925 sq ft)
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $150
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2651782
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on NookLocal
- 3 days
Interior features
- Basement
- Fully Finished
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Stone
- Foundation
- Other
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Natural Gas
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Septic
Parking
- Parking
- Detached Garage
- Garage type
- Other
- Total spaces
- 2
Community
- Subdivision
- NONE AVAILABLE
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 65.00 x 171.00
- Zoning
- RSA1
Included in the sale
- Possession
- 0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, 61-90 Days CD, 90-120 Days CD, and 1 more
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000 |
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
$634,000
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
- $599,000
- County assessment implies
- $774,433
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6622 LINCOLN DR, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119 | May 2026 | $925,000 | 4/3 | 4,250 | $555,000 |
| 6344 MCCALLUM ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | April 2026 | $700,000 | 5/2 | 3,717 | $822,912 |
| 611 E PHIL ELLENA ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119 | June 2026 | $414,000 | 8/2 | 3,320 | $575,882 |
| 6323 SHERWOOD RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151 | March 2026 | $835,000 | 7/6 | 4,033 | $695,526 |
| 512 WOODBROOK LN, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119 | June 2026 | $857,000 | 4/2 | 3,887 | $522,569 |
| 148 W HIGHLAND AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118 | June 2026 | $2,305,000 | 6/2 | 4,056 | $1,558,425 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $10,226 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$119,800 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$4,034/mo
- Principal & interest
- $3,007
- Property taxes
- $852
- Home insurance (est.)
- $175
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 27, 2026 at 2:22 PM EDT
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