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  • $249,900

    1239 S 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

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    0baths
    1,164sqft
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1923
    900 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $215/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Oversized laundry room
    Main block full rehab with pending tax abatement in a booming neighborhood. The approved zoning and approved architectural plans will be included in the sale. Construction to include underpin basement, full framing of 2nd floor master suite, walk in closet and fantastic master bath. A second large rear bedroom with full bath completes this huge space accessible from exquisite metal stairs with wood overlay and exposed brick wall the entire length from 1st to 2nd floor. The 1st floor will include a powder room , large living and dining room with high ceilings and a opportunity to create a chef's kitchen as well as an oversized laundry room. The basement has plans for underpinning and a finished EIGHT foot floor to ceiling height. Plans have allowed for a basement bedroom, 2nd living room , mechanical full bath with front egress window well. This is an opportunity to bring your contractor, design your own home the way you want it. The rear yard has ample space with an opportunity to design a wall unit with waterfall/hardscape, planters! the sky's the limit. An opportunity to utilize current General Contractor who has experience in pick your finishes projects may be an option for the new home buyer Or invest, build and sell/rent option for the savy investor.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Charles Murphy 215-680-5332,

    Homestarr Realty 2153555565

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2637248MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 0
      • Bathrooms: 0
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • None
      Cooling
      • None
      Features
      • Basement: Interior Entry
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,164
      • Total interior livable area: 1,164 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,164
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 900 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 60.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 361209500
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Straight Thru
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Block
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1923

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Point Breeze
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $215/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $217,300
      • Annual tax amount: $3,041
      • Date on market: 6/15/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,FHA 203(k),Conventional
      • Inclusions: Approved Zoning And Building Plans
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $2,363/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/15/2026Listed for sale$249,900+45.3%$215/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2637248 Report a problem
        10/15/2025Sold$172,000+7.5%$148/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2533058 Report a problem
        9/4/2025Pending sale$160,000$137/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2533058 Report a problem
        9/1/2025Listed for sale$160,000$137/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2533058 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,042 +11.4%$217,300 +11.4%
        2024$2,731 $195,100
        2023$2,731 +72.8%$195,100
        2022$1,580 --
        2021$1,580 +7.5%--
        2018$1,470 +297.4%--
        2017$370 --
        2016$370 +40.3%--
        2015$264 --
        2014$264 -28.7%$57,600 +900%
        2012$370 $5,760
        2011-- $5,760
        2010-- $5,760
        2009-- $5,760 +718.2%
        2008-- $704
        2007-- $704
        2006-- $704
        2005-- $704
        2004-- $704
        2003-- $704
        2002-- $704
        2000-- $704
        1999-- $704

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Point Breeze

        Getting around

        87 / 100
        Very Walkable
        71 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        87 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Philadelphia City

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