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Sold for $315,000
  • $315,000

    1220 S Melville St, Philadelphia, PA 19143

    3beds
    1,560sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1940
    1,720 Square Feet Lot
    $347,100 Zestimate®
    $202/sqft
    $2,435 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $347,100

    $319,000 - $378,000

    $2,435/mo

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    What's special

    This beautiful home is in the highly desired Spruce Hill section of Southwest Philadelphia; and is situated on a quiet, low-traffic street. It is within walking distance of University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University & St. Josephs University. Around the corner you will find popular Clark Park, and plenty of access to various lines of public transportation. Parking is provided both in private driveway that can fit two vehicles as well as available street parking. Enter the home into a spacious living room/dining room area with vibrant laminate wood flooring. The adjacent kitchen area has granite countertops and stainless steel appliances equipped with range/microwave/refrigerator. Exit the rear entry door to nice sized back yard with privacy fencing where you can visualize setting up a relaxing oasis, creating a beautiful garden, and hosting for barbecues and gatherings. Upstairs you will find 3 nice sized bedrooms with laminate wood flooring and plenty of closet space. There are lots of large windows that shine in plenty of natural light. Go downstairs to a fully finished basement with lots of additional storage space; as well as a full bath as well as washer/dryer connections. Many possibilities with this beautiful home. Local to an abundance of bars, eateries, schools (both public & private), and other great places to visit all within walking distance. The house has central heat and air. House is move-in-ready for the family ready to make this area of the city their permanent residence; as well as for an investor looking to add a great value to their portfolio. Don't let this one slip away.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jay Battersbee 215-681-5517,

    Realty Mark Associates-CC

    Bought with:

    Jim Wang, RS314664

    HK99 Realty LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2266104MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Basement
    • Area: 200
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Basement: Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,560
    • Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,360
    • Finished area below ground: 200

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1,720 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20.00 x 86.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 272157412
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Spruce Hill
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $202/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $126,600
    • Annual tax amount: $1,772
    • Date on market: 8/9/2023
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/9/2025Listing removed$1,900$1/sqft
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    9/9/2025Price change$1,900-5%$1/sqft
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    8/10/2025Listed for rent$2,000+11.1%$1/sqft
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    10/25/2023Listing removed--
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    10/4/2023Price change$1,800-10%$1/sqft
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    9/11/2023Listed for rent$2,000$1/sqft
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    9/7/2023Sold$315,000$202/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2266104 Report a problem
    8/12/2023Pending sale$315,000$202/sqft
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    8/10/2023Listed for sale$315,000$202/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2266104 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,012 +126.4%$286,600 +126.4%
    2024$1,772 $126,600
    2023$1,772 $126,600
    2022$1,772 --
    2021$1,772 +8.4%--
    2018$1,635 +52.1%--
    2017$1,075 +57.1%--
    2016$685 --
    2015$685 --
    2014$685 +4.5%$78,900 +511.8%
    2012$655 $12,896
    2011-- $12,896
    2010-- $12,896
    2009-- $12,896
    2008-- $12,896
    2007-- $12,896
    2006-- $12,896
    2005-- $12,896
    2004-- $12,896 -1.2%
    2003-- $13,056 -8.7%
    2002-- $14,304 +3.7%
    2000-- $13,792
    1999-- $13,792
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    Neighborhood: Southwest Schuylkill

    Nearby schools

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    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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