Welcome to this beautifully rehabbed 3-bedroom, 2 full bath home offering modern upgrades, stylish finishes, and a convenient location near University City. From the fenced front patio and security door to the heated sun porch featuring original stained glass windows, this home blends charm and contemporary living. Step inside to an open-concept main level with impressive 9-foot ceilings, recessed lighting, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the living room, dining area, and kitchen. The living room features an electric fireplace with remote control and dimmer, creating a warm and inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. The island kitchen is designed to impress with quartz countertops, white shaker cabinets with dovetail soft-close drawers, and a full Samsung stainless steel appliance package including a 5-burner gas range, refrigerator with water and ice dispenser, dishwasher with stainless steel liner, and built-in microwave. Upstairs you’ll find three spacious bedrooms with ceiling fans, including a primary bedroom with double closets, recessed lighting, and ceiling fan with remote. The hall bath features an undermount sink vanity and convenient linen closet. The finished walkout basement provides additional living space along with a full bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a Samsung washer and dryer. Additional highlights include central air, hot air heat, recessed lighting throughout, a large rear yard perfect for entertaining or gardening, and an unbeatable location close to the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and the popular restaurants and shops along Baltimore Avenue. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated throughout — schedule your showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $2.6K (7/1)
$269,900
1029 S 54th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
3beds
1,236sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,398 Square Feet Lot
$269,200 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 58 days |
- 367 |
- 23 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Solomon 215-421-2121,
Opus Elite Real Estate (215) 395-6277
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2619924
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Rear Entrance,Exterior Entry,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,236
- Total interior livable area: 1,236 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,236
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,398 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 86.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 511067300
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $130,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,819
- Date on market: 5/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$269,200
$256,000 - $283,000
$1,907/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $269,900-1%$218/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Price change | $272,500-0.9%$220/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Price change | $275,000-1.8%$222/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Price change | $279,900-1.8%$226/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Price change | $284,900-1.7%$231/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900+211.7%$235/sqft |
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| 2/16/2026 | Sold | $93,000+151.4%$75/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $37,000-69.2%$30/sqft |
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| 3/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $120,000$97/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,820 +61.9% | $130,000 +61.9% |
| 2024 | $1,124 | $80,300 |
| 2023 | $1,124 +19.9% | $80,300 |
| 2022 | $938 | -- |
| 2021 | $938 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $865 +4.6% | -- |
| 2017 | $827 -1.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $837 | -- |
| 2015 | $837 | -- |
| 2014 | $837 +41.7% | $44,100 +585.6% |
| 2012 | $591 | $6,432 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,432 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,432 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,432 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,432 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,432 +3.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,208 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,208 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,208 |
| 2003 | -- | $6,208 -4% |
| 2002 | -- | $6,464 +12.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $5,728 +4.1% |
| 1999 | -- | $5,504 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Kingesessing
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrington Avery D SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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