Welcome to 1152 S 53rd Street — a spacious home offering incredible potential that was owned by the same owner for the last 58 years! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property features a full-length basement with good ceiling height, ideal for storage or future finishing. The inviting exterior includes a front stoop and enclosed porch with windows on two sides, perfect for enjoying natural light year-round. Upstairs, you’ll find three generous bedrooms and a full bath, while the backyard provides a private outdoor retreat. Whether you’re looking to renovate and hold long-term or transform it for a quick flip, this home presents a fantastic investment opportunity in a convenient location.
Sold for $120,000
$120,000
1152 S 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
3beds
2,040sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
871 Square Feet Lot
$259,500 Zestimate®
$59/sqft
$1,677 Estimated rent
Home value
$259,500
$247,000 - $272,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Megan Reiss 302-245-4552,
Keller Williams Main Line,
Co-Listing Agent: Erica L Deuschle 610-608-2570,
Keller Williams Main Line
Bought with:
Kelvin Guzman, RS377029
RealtyMark Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2548916
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,840
- Total interior livable area: 2,040 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,040
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 871 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 511052400
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Kingsessing
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Listing removed | $260,000$127/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2582554 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Contingent | $260,000$127/sqft |
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| 4/20/2026 | Price change | $260,000-7.1%$127/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2582554 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000+133.3%$137/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2582554 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $120,000$59/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2548916 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Pending sale | $120,000$59/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2548916 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Contingent | $120,000$59/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Price change | $120,000-14.3%$59/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $140,000$69/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2548916 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,118 +1.9% | $151,300 +1.9% |
| 2024 | $2,079 | $148,500 |
| 2023 | $2,079 +83.6% | $148,500 |
| 2022 | $1,132 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,132 +8.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,046 +115.3% | -- |
| 2017 | $486 -3.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $505 | -- |
| 2015 | $505 | -- |
| 2014 | $505 +124.5% | $46,800 +606.5% |
| 2012 | $225 | $6,624 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,624 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,624 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,624 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,624 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,624 |
| 2006 | -- | $6,624 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,624 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,624 -2.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $6,784 +37.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,928 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,928 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,928 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Kingesessing
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrington Avery D SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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Estimated market value
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