Welcome to 1517 Cambridge Street, Unit 2—a stylish and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence in a prime location. Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors and a charming exposed brick wall, adding character and warmth to the space. The open layout creates a bright and airy feel, perfect for comfortable living. One of the standout features of this unit is the private outdoor terrace, offering a perfect space to relax, entertain, or enjoy a peaceful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Location is key, and this unit delivers. Just a block from both the Broad Street and Girard subway lines, you can commute to Old City in under 10 minutes or walk to one of three different grocery stores within that same timeframe! Whether you're heading to work, enjoying the city's nightlife, or catching a show at The Met (just steps away), you’ll love the convenience this spot provides. Beyond the prime location, this home also comes with three years remaining on a valuable tax abatement, making it a smart investment in a rapidly developing neighborhood. The well-maintained building and low-maintenance lifestyle make it an ideal choice for homeowners and investors alike—a fantastic Airbnb opportunity! Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of this thriving area—schedule your showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $10K (7/16)
$230,000
1517 Cambridge St #2, Philadelphia, PA 19130
2beds
825sqft
Condominium
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$227,800 Zestimate®
$279/sqft
$195/mo HOA
What's special
Private outdoor terraceCharming exposed brick wallBeautiful hardwood floors
- 151 days
- 336
- 21
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ben Hooson-Jones 610-368-9041,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: The Mike Mccann Team, Co-Listing Agent: Alec Conar Deluca 215-709-6022,
Keller Williams Main Line
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2603798
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, In Unit
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 825
- Total interior livable area: 825 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 825
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 888470230
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Condo and coop fee: $195 monthly
- Subdivision: Francisville
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $279/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $87,174
- Annual tax amount: $1,220
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Condominium
Estimated market value
$227,800
$216,000 - $239,000
$1,747/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $230,000-4.2%$279/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $240,000-4%$291/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000$303/sqft |
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| 7/11/2025 | Listing removed | $250,000$303/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Contingent | $250,000$303/sqft |
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| 3/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000-2%$303/sqft |
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| 12/12/2024 | Listing removed | $255,000$309/sqft |
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| 9/26/2024 | Price change | $255,000-1.9%$309/sqft |
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| 9/10/2024 | Price change | $260,000-1.9%$315/sqft |
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| 8/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $265,000-7%$321/sqft |
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| 8/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/12/2024 | Price change | $285,000-3.4%$345/sqft |
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| 6/21/2024 | Price change | $295,000-3.3%$358/sqft |
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| 4/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $305,000+24.5%$370/sqft |
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| 8/1/2018 | Sold | $245,000$297/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,291 +172.3% | $235,100 +1% |
| 2024 | $1,209 | $232,800 |
| 2023 | $1,209 +0.4% | $232,800 |
| 2022 | $1,203 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,203 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
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Neighborhood: Francisville
Nearby schools
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.






