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Sold for $257,500
  • $257,500

    1420 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

    2beds
    896sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    992 Square Feet Lot
    $268,000 Zestimate®
    $287/sqft
    $1,741 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $268,000

    $241,000 - $297,000

    $1,741/mo

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    What's special

    Roomy backyardBuilt-in shelvingLarge sunny front bedroomOriginal wood floorsDelightful light fixturesNumerous original doorsAmple closet space
    Welcome to 1420 S 17th St, a charming starter home on a well cared for block with trees and view of center city! It has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, original wood floors throughout, numerous original doors and a few delightful light fixtures. Enter through the vestibule with blue tiled floor and glass paneled door. The living/dining room is big, bright and wide with a window in the back to bring in extra light. The built-in shelving will house your entire book collection plus plants and tchotchkes. The kitchen is spacious with wood countertops and modern subway tile. Bring along your island and your creative vision to make it your own! Beyond the kitchen you’ll find the stacked washer/dryer, conveniently located on the 1st floor. The roomy backyard is ready for your plants, grill and outdoor furniture. Host your friends in this private green space. Upstairs is a large sunny front bedroom with ample closet space and a nicely sized 2nd bedroom with sweet pink walls. The full bathroom has a modern yet retro feel with wall mounted sink, newer flower tiled floor, subway tiled shower and built in shelving with drawers. This floor also has a hall closet. The unfinished basement houses mechanicals (water heater and boiler were both replaced in 2021) and is ideal for storage. Check out all Point Breeze/Newbold has to offer including favorites like American Sardine Bar, Philly Tacos, Batter and Crumbs Cafe, Hive Cafe, Rosario’s Pizza to name a few. Take a 15 minute walk to Lincoln Square to shop at Sprouts, Target and the Liquor Store. It's also a 15 minute walk to the Fountain on E Passyunk Ave where you can enjoy all the restaurants, cafes and shops the Ave has to offer. Catch the 17 bus or take a 10 minute bike ride to center city or ride the Broad Street Line, it’s only a 10 minute walk away! Offering a 1% Interest Rate BUYDOWN for the 1st year at ZERO cost to the homebuyer when using Movement Mortgage. Please reach out the Listing Agent for more information!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Allison Fegel 484-432-8658,

    Elfant Wissahickon Realtors,

    Listing Team: Philly Home Girls

    Bought with:

    Eli Qarkaxhia, RS311277

    Compass RE

    Mark Weinberg, RS343633

    Compass RE

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2409916MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Radiator, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Combination Dining/Living
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 896
    • Total interior livable area: 896 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 896
    • 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: 992 sqft
    • Dimensions: 16.00 x 62.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 365205900
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    Condition
    • Average
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Point Breeze
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/12/2024Sold$257,500$287/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2409916 Report a problem
    11/29/2024Pending sale$257,500$287/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2409916 Report a problem
    11/14/2024Contingent$257,500$287/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2409916 Report a problem
    10/30/2024Price change$257,500-2.8%$287/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2409916 Report a problem
    10/16/2024Listed for sale$265,000+132.5%$296/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2409916 Report a problem
    12/14/2007Sold$114,000+58.3%$127/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/8/2006Sold$72,000+125%$80/sqft
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    7/16/1998Sold$32,000$36/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,786 +8.3%$199,000 +8.3%
    2024$2,573 $183,800
    2023$2,573 +22.1%$183,800
    2022$2,107 --
    2021$2,107 +7.6%--
    2018$1,958 +40%--
    2017$1,398 +203.7%--
    2016$461 --
    2015$461 --
    2014$461 -29.4%$78,700 +1806.5%
    2012$653 $4,128
    2011-- $4,128
    2010-- $4,128
    2009-- $4,128
    2008-- $4,128
    2007-- $4,128 +7.5%
    2006-- $3,840
    2005-- $3,840
    2004-- $3,840
    2003-- $3,840
    2002-- $3,840
    2000-- $3,840
    1999-- $3,840

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Point Breeze

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Philadelphia City

    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
    $268,000
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