Welcome to 1438 Higbee Street – a delightful blend of traditional charm and modern convenience! This 3‑bed, 1‑bath rowhome spans 1,126 sq ft across two well‑proportioned floors, with beautiful hardwoods throughout and a bright, updated kitchen featuring gas cooking, tile flooring, and ample storage. The upstairs hosts three cozy bedrooms and a skylit bath—perfect for family living. Downstairs, a dry basement offers extra storage or flex‑space potential. Outside, enjoy your private fenced front patio with grass—rare for city living. Additional highlights include a one‑car garage, efficient natural gas heating, newer windows, fresh paint, and quality finishes throughout. Ideally located just off Castor Avenue, you’re steps from shopping, transit, and neighborhood favorites in a walkable community. Great for first‑time buyers or investors—don’t miss this gem in NE Philly!
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
1438 Higbee St, Philadelphia, PA 19149
3beds
1,126sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1950
1,162 Square Feet Lot
$201,900 Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$1,565 Estimated rent
Home value
$201,900
$186,000 - $220,000
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Private fenced front patioGas cookingAmple storageTile flooringCozy bedroomsSkylit bathBright updated kitchen
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Listed by:
Mike Stampone 215-828-1642,
HomeSmart Realty Advisors
Bought with:
Joceline Dickerson, Rs363472
Tesla Realty Group, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2491860
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Laminated
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Laminated, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 13
Basement
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 18
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 14
Other
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Skylight(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 6
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Rear Entrance,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,126
- Total interior livable area: 1,126 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,126
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Basement, On Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,162 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 64.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 541012200
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial,AirLite
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Block
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Castor Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $178/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $186,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,605
- Date on market: 7/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $200,000+0%$178/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Pending sale | $199,999$178/sqft |
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| 9/27/2025 | Price change | $199,999-4.8%$178/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $210,000-2.3%$187/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Price change | $215,000-4.4%$191/sqft |
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| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000$200/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Contingent | $225,000$200/sqft |
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| 7/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $225,000+20%$200/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $1,700$2/sqft |
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| 11/5/2024 | Price change | $1,700-10.5%$2/sqft |
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| 11/2/2024 | Price change | $1,900-5%$2/sqft |
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| 10/24/2024 | Price change | $2,000+2.6%$2/sqft |
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| 10/22/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,950+2.6%$2/sqft |
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| 10/7/2024 | Listing removed | $1,900$2/sqft |
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| 9/23/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,900-5%$2/sqft |
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| 4/16/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/2/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,000$2/sqft |
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| 9/15/2022 | Sold | $187,500+2.7%$167/sqft |
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| 7/12/2022 | Pending sale | $182,500$162/sqft |
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| 7/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $182,500+137%$162/sqft |
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| 6/24/2014 | Sold | $77,000-22.9%$68/sqft |
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| 7/31/2013 | Listing removed | $99,900$89/sqft |
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| 2/22/2013 | Price change | $99,900-4.9%$89/sqft |
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| 1/16/2013 | Listed for sale | $105,000$93/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,605 +25.1% | $186,100 +25.1% |
| 2024 | $2,083 | $148,800 |
| 2023 | $2,083 +41.4% | $148,800 |
| 2022 | $1,473 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,473 +4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,414 +65.6% | -- |
| 2017 | $854 -21.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,083 +1.5% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,068 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,068 | $107,400 +655.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $14,208 |
| 2011 | -- | $14,208 |
| 2010 | -- | $14,208 |
| 2009 | -- | $14,208 |
| 2008 | -- | $14,208 |
| 2007 | -- | $14,208 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $13,216 |
| 2005 | -- | $13,216 |
| 2004 | -- | $13,216 |
| 2003 | -- | $13,216 -1.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $13,440 |
| 2000 | -- | $13,440 |
| 1999 | -- | $13,440 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Oxford Circle
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Spruance Gilbert SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Northeast High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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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