INVESTOR SPECIAL: THIS IS A SHORT SALE PROPERTY PRICED TO GO Skip the demo and permit delays- this legal duplex (RSA5) in 1939 is ready for its finish line. The heavy lifting is done: new PEX manifold plumbing system, updated electrical panel, and modern metal framing are already in place. This property is stripped to the bones and rebuilt with efficiency in mind. Stunning exposed brick walls throughout provide the perfect "modern industrial canvas. Strategic location near Market St with a massive $300+ ARV potential. Sold strictly AS-IS. Buyer is responsible for all municipal certifications, final permit inspections, and U&O. Grab this head start and start your finish today
Pending
$140,000
116 N 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
2beds
--baths
1,348sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$104/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 200 days
- 10
- 0
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cory HAMILTON 267-977-9670,
Tesla Realty Group, LLC 8448375274
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2583364
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,348
- Total interior livable area: 1,348 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 73.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 441171500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Philadelphia
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $104/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,016
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: FHA 203(k),Cash,Private Financing Available
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,309/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Pending sale | $140,000$104/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2583364 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2026 | Price change | $140,000-20%$104/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2583364 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Pending sale | $175,000$130/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2583364 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,000-5.4%$130/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2583364 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2026 | Listing removed | $185,000$137/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2561738 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $185,000+60.9%$137/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2561738 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2020 | Sold | $115,000$85/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2020 | Pending sale | $115,000$85/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Advantage Gold #PAPH893128 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2020 | Listed for sale | $115,000+1.8%$85/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia #PAPH893128 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2016 | Sold | $113,004+162.8%$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2013 | Sold | $43,000+22.9%$32/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2010 | Sold | $35,000-12.5%$26/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2003 | Sold | $40,000$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,017 -21% | $215,500 -21% |
| 2024 | $3,817 | $272,700 |
| 2023 | $3,817 +120.6% | $272,700 |
| 2022 | $1,730 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,730 +3.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,666 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,666 +314.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $402 -93.2% | -- |
| 2015 | $5,911 | -- |
| 2014 | $5,911 +629.2% | $60,500 +809% |
| 2012 | $811 | $6,656 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,656 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,656 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,656 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,656 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,656 |
| 2006 | -- | $6,656 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,656 +7.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $6,208 -3% |
| 2003 | -- | $6,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $6,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $6,400 |
| 1999 | -- | $6,400 |
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