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  • $699,999

    1520 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

    3beds
    1,800sqft
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    $4,651/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1920
    1,024 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $389/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Very large backyardOpen floor planFull gut renovationCustom trim work throughoutThree large bedroomsHigh ceilingsExposed brick
    5.5% interest rate for qualified buyers! Seller to pay 2-1 rate buy down, offering buyers a unique opportunity for BIG SAVINGS the first 2 years of their loan! 1520 South 8th Street — the home you can’t wait to show off. A full gut renovation where the craftsmanship is the whole story. High ceilings, exposed brick, dark-stained wood beams, and custom trim work throughout — the kind of details that make a rowhome feel like a design showcase. The main level is an open floor plan with light hardwood floors, gray wainscoting, and exposed brick, plus a half bathroom. Your eye immediately catches the high-end kitchen, and in the back there’s a large dining room with beautiful arches, wood paneling, and lighting. That leads out to a very large backyard. Upstairs is three large bedrooms and three bathrooms, with two en suites. The primary has exposed beams, an exposed brick wall, tons of closet space, and a beautiful en suite with a floating marble vanity, dual vessel sinks, gold fixtures, and a brick accent wall. Laundry is on the second floor as well. The basement runs the full length of the house — perfect for storage. Walking distance to Passyunk Square, the Italian Market, bars, restaurants, and a supermarket. Not to mention Termini Brothers Bakery right across the street. Schedule your showing today !
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    Listed by:

    Marc Bennett 609-774-6936,

    KW Empower 215-627-3500,

    Listing Team: Phillyliving

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2679084MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 4
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Basement
      • Area: 550
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Natural Gas
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Finished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,350
      • Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,800
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,024 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16.00 x 64.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade
      • Parcel number: 012258500
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Other
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Other
      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: $389/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $77,400
      • Annual tax amount: $1,083
      • Date on market: 10/8/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/8/2026Listed for sale$699,999+174.5%$389/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2679084 Report a problem
        2/6/2026Sold$255,000$142/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,675 +331.5%$334,000 +12.6%
        2024$1,083 $296,700
        2023$1,083 $296,700
        2022$1,083 --
        2021$1,083 -45.5%--
        2018$1,989 +83.6%--
        2017$1,083 --
        2016$1,083 --
        2015$1,083 --
        2014$1,083 +17.7%$116,100 +1306.3%
        2012$921 $8,256
        2011-- $8,256
        2010-- $8,256
        2009-- $8,256
        2008-- $8,256
        2007-- $8,256 +7.5%
        2006-- $7,680
        2005-- $7,680
        2004-- $7,680
        2003-- $7,680
        2002-- $7,680 +4.8%
        2000-- $7,328
        1999-- $7,328
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Passyunk Square

        Getting around

        96 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        74 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        77 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Philadelphia City

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