United Real Estate does not hold escrow. Please have your broker or title company hold escrow. Welcome to 1012 S. 53rd St, a stunningly renovated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home that effortlessly combines modern elegance with everyday comfort. From the moment you enter, you are greeted by sleek luxury vinyl flooring, refined recessed lighting, and a beautifully designed kitchen featuring quartz countertops and a clean, contemporary aesthetic. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms offer a peaceful retreat, complemented by a stylishly updated full bath. The clean basement provides additional flexibility for storage or functional living space, complete with washer and dryer hookups. A brand new HVAC system ensures year round comfort. Enhancing both curb appeal and long term value, recent upgrades include new siding, updated fixtures, and a newly installed backyard fence. Ideally located near public transportation and shopping, this home delivers the perfect balance of sophistication, convenience, and move in ready living. The only thing missing is you!
Under contract
Price cut: $5.1K (4/21)
$244,900
1012 S 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
3beds
1,820sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,152 Square Feet Lot
$242,500 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 105 days |
- 67 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shae Gibbs 484-213-3827,
United Real Estate (484) 367-7727
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2597736
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 600
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,820
- Total interior livable area: 1,820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,220
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,152 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 72.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 511047500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: University City
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $135/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $141,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,980
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$242,500
$230,000 - $255,000
$1,997/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Contingent | $244,900$135/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2597736 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Price change | $244,900-2%$135/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2597736 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,990+138.1%$137/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2597736 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Sold | $105,000-16%$58/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2478204 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Pending sale | $125,000$69/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2478204 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $125,000+150%$69/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2478204 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2010 | Sold | $50,000+614.3%$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/1999 | Sold | $7,000$4/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,981 +78.4% | $141,500 +78.4% |
| 2024 | $1,110 | $79,300 |
| 2023 | $1,110 +15.4% | $79,300 |
| 2022 | $962 | -- |
| 2021 | $962 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $887 | -- |
| 2017 | $887 +10.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $805 | -- |
| 2015 | $805 | -- |
| 2014 | $805 +45.4% | $41,300 +538.9% |
| 2012 | $553 | $6,464 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,464 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,464 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,464 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,464 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,464 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,016 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,016 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,016 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $5,472 +22.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,480 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,480 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,480 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Kingesessing
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrington Avery D SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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