Welcome to 1222 S Alder Street, a stylish 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home in the heart of Passyunk Square offering a thoughtful blend of character, comfortable living space and multiple outdoor retreats. Step inside to an open first floor where warm hardwood floors, recessed lighting and an exposed brick wall create an inviting backdrop for everyday living and entertaining. The living and dining areas flow naturally into the kitchen, featuring dark cabinetry, light countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking and a peninsula that provides additional prep space and casual seating. Just beyond the kitchen, a private enclosed patio extends the living space outdoors—an ideal setting for dining, entertaining or simply unwinding. The second floor offers two bedrooms and a full hall bath, providing flexibility for sleeping quarters, guests or a dedicated home office. One level above, the third-floor primary suite creates a private retreat of its own, with a spacious bedroom, two walk-in closets, an en-suite bath and two private balconies. Step outside and enjoy neighborhood rooftop views, including a striking view toward the Philadelphia skyline. The third-floor plan confirms the primary suite, en-suite bath, two walk-in closets and front and rear balconies. Need additional space? The finished lower level adds a versatile recreation area that works equally well as a media room, home office, exercise space or guest area, with a separate utility room providing additional functionality. The home also features central air, electric forced-air heat and a full roof replacement completed shortly after the sellers purchased the property in 2020. Central air was installed in 2024. All of this is tucked into Passyunk Square, with neighborhood restaurants, cafés, shopping, parks, the Italian Market and public transportation within easy reach. From the open living spaces and exposed brick to the private patio, third-floor suite and skyline-facing balcony, 1222 S Alder offers the kind of indoor-outdoor city living that makes South Philadelphia so appealing.
For sale
$574,900
1222 S Alder St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
3beds
1,533sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
758 Square Feet Lot
$564,400 Zestimate®
$375/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open living spacesTwo private balconiesLight countertopsSpacious bedroomElectric forced-air heatExposed brick wallRecessed lighting
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Trish Franklin 267-627-6257,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell 2156462900,
Co-Listing Agent: Courtney Franklin 215-654-5400,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2676678
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,533
- Total interior livable area: 1,533 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,533
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 758 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 021560900
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Passyunk Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $375/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $501,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,019
- Date on market: 10/5/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$564,400
$536,000 - $593,000
$2,395/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2020 | Sold | $467,000+1.5%$305/sqft |
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| 6/18/2020 | Listed for sale | $459,900+13.3%$300/sqft |
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| 12/6/2016 | Sold | $406,000-1%$265/sqft |
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| 10/5/2016 | Price change | $410,000-3.5%$267/sqft |
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| 9/16/2016 | Listed for sale | $425,000+25%$277/sqft |
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| 8/2/2012 | Sold | $339,900$222/sqft |
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| 6/9/2012 | Listed for sale | $339,900+141.9%$222/sqft |
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| 12/30/2011 | Sold | $140,500-12.2%$92/sqft |
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| 9/23/2011 | Listed for sale | $160,000+52.4%$104/sqft |
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| 8/24/2011 | Sold | $105,000-41.7%$68/sqft |
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| 6/27/2011 | Price change | $180,000-41.7%$117/sqft |
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| 6/12/2011 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 8/2/2005 | Sold | $308,900+323.2%$202/sqft |
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| 9/12/2002 | Sold | $73,000$48/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,706 +4.6% | $479,100 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $6,410 | $457,900 |
| 2023 | $6,410 +1.3% | $457,900 |
| 2022 | $6,330 | -- |
| 2021 | $6,330 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $5,841 | -- |
| 2017 | $5,841 +47.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,960 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,960 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,960 | $282,900 +3023.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $9,056 |
| 2011 | -- | $9,056 |
| 2010 | -- | $9,056 |
| 2009 | -- | $9,056 |
| 2008 | -- | $9,056 |
| 2007 | -- | $9,056 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $8,416 |
| 2005 | -- | $8,416 |
| 2004 | -- | $8,416 |
| 2003 | -- | $8,416 +14.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,360 |
| 2000 | -- | $7,360 |
| 1999 | -- | $7,360 |
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Neighborhood: Passyunk Square
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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