Welcome to 1521 W Shunk St, a spacious and well cared for South Philadelphia home set just one block off South Broad Street in the highly desirable Girard Estates/Melrose pocket, offering unmatched convenience and neighborhood appeal. This two story property features 4 bedrooms, providing the kind of flexible space for larger families, or work from home buyers truly need. The main level offers an inviting living and dining area with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light, leading into a generous kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and direct access to the rear yard and main floor laundry. A first floor half bath adds everyday practicality. Upstairs, all four bedrooms are well sized with great closet space, accompanied by a clean and functional full hall bath. A major upgrade was completed in July 2026 with the installation of brand new Central Air, delivering efficient cooling and year round comfort. The home also includes a large basement ready for storage or future finishing. With Broad Street transit, top neighborhood schools, parks, dining, and the Stadium District all within easy reach, this location offers the best of South Philly living. A rare opportunity to secure a move in ready home with exceptional space in one of the area’s most sought after neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today !
For sale
$349,000
1521 W Shunk St, Philadelphia, PA 19145
4beds
1,380sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
960 Square Feet Lot
$337,600 Zestimate®
$253/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous kitchenFirst floor half bathAbundant natural lightMain floor laundryExceptional spaceHigh ceilingsHardwood floors
- 46 days
- 475
- 42
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kevin Le 267-918-5234,
Realty Mark Associates-CC 2153764444
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2655374
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,380
- Total interior livable area: 1,380 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,380
- 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: 960 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 60.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 261048600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional,Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Melrose
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $253/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $284,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,979
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Fridge As Is Condition With No Monetary Value
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$337,600
$321,000 - $354,000
$2,596/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,000-0.3%$253/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Listing removed | $349,900$254/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Price change | $349,900-4.1%$254/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $365,000$264/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Contingent | $365,000$264/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Price change | $365,000+1.4%$264/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Price change | $360,000-2.7%$261/sqft |
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| 1/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,900-1.4%$268/sqft |
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| 9/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $375,000$272/sqft |
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Public tax history
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