Beautifully updated two-story home featuring two bedrooms, two full baths, and a finished basement. The main level offers an open and airy layout with new flooring, recessed lighting, and plenty of natural light. The kitchen includes modern appliances, shaker cabinetry, and tile backsplash, opening to a private fenced patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs are two well-sized bedrooms and a stunning full bath with custom tilework and rainfall shower. The fully finished basement provides additional living space, a second full bath, and a laundry area—ideal for a home office, gym, or guest suite. Enjoy peace of mind with updated systems, split-unit air conditioning, and a move-in-ready interior. Conveniently located near neighborhood amenities, public transit, and quick access to major routes, this home offers comfort, functionality, and value in a growing area.
For sale
Price cut: $14.1K (6/25)
$174,900
1039 W Russell St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
2beds
900sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1940
1,069 Square Feet Lot
$173,200 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Additional living spaceFully finished basementModern appliancesRainfall showerPrivate fenced patioRecessed lightingTile backsplash
- 256 days |
- 94 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carlos Masip 267-456-0448,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: The Mike Mccann Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2553612
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Other, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 900
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,069 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 71.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 431081300
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Philadelphia (north)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $76,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,066
- Date on market: 10/29/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$173,200
Estimated sales range
$165,000 - $182,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,363/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $174,900-7.5%$194/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Listing removed | $1,400$2/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Price change | $189,000-3.1%$210/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $1,400-12.5%$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2596734 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,600$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2596734 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000+387.5%$217/sqft |
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| 6/29/2018 | Sold | $40,000+60%$44/sqft |
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| 1/12/2010 | Sold | $25,000+245.1%$28/sqft |
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| 5/5/1997 | Sold | $7,245$8/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,067 +28.1% | $76,200 +28.1% |
| 2024 | $833 | $59,500 |
| 2023 | $833 +60.8% | $59,500 |
| 2022 | $518 | -- |
| 2021 | $518 -23.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $678 +476.2% | -- |
| 2017 | $118 -42.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $206 | -- |
| 2015 | $206 | -- |
| 2014 | $206 +4.5% | $44,700 +2872.1% |
| 2012 | $197 | $1,504 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,504 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,504 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,504 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,504 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,504 +6.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,408 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,408 |
| 2004 | -- | $1,408 +29.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,088 -54.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $2,368 |
| 2000 | -- | $2,368 +10.4% |
| 1999 | -- | $2,144 |
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$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
$0Utilities
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Franklinville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Bethune Mary Mcleod SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10The LincGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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