For sale

$204,890

1523 W Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA 19121

2beds

864sqft

$1,417/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1920

600 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$237/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Rich flooringUpdated finishesGas cookingWhite cabinetryMove-in-ready layoutQuiet north philly blockSmooth continuous wood-laminate flooring

Welcome to your new light-filled brick rowhome. Inside, the main level unfolds with smooth, continuous wood-laminate flooring, warm neutral paint, and an open layout tailored for easy living. The open kitchen features gas cooking and white cabinetry. Upstairs, generous bedrooms offer quiet retreats complete with rich flooring and substantial closet space, all anchored by a full bathroom outfitted with a clean vanity and full tub surround. Tucked away on a quiet North Philly block, this address places you merely one block from Broad Street's central transit options and a short stroll from world-class live entertainment at the historic MET. For those buying their first home, this move-in-ready layout, updated finishes, and easy access to Broad Street make settling in simple from day one.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater

Features

Flooring: Wood
Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 864
Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
Finished area above ground: 864
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: None

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 600 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12.00 x 50.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 471068400
Zoning: RSA5
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Straight Thru
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Fairmount

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $237/sqft
Tax assessed value: $164,800
Annual tax amount: $2,306
Date on market: 9/23/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Inclusions: All Fixtures And Fittings Attached To The Property
Exclusions: All Personal Property
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/23/2026	Listed for sale	$204,890+13.8%$237/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2673232 Report a problem
8/26/2025	Listing removed	$1,400$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
8/8/2025	Listed for rent	$1,400-9.7%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
10/31/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
8/2/2023	Listed for rent	$1,550-11.4%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
8/1/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
7/11/2023	Listed for rent	$1,750+52.2%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
8/1/2022	Sold	$180,000-5.3%$208/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2127034 Report a problem
7/6/2022	Pending sale	$190,000$220/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2127034 Report a problem
6/21/2022	Price change	$190,000-5%$220/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2127034 Report a problem
6/15/2022	Listed for sale	$200,000+168.5%$231/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2127034 Report a problem
3/24/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
3/1/2015	Listing removed	$1,150$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
2/10/2015	Price change	$1,150+9.5%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
1/18/2015	Listed for rent	$1,050$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/2/2014	Sold	$74,500-6.8%$86/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/13/2014	Listed for sale	$79,900$92/sqft
Source: Brown McKinney Real Estate Company #6387547 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,735 -4.1%	$266,800 -4.1%
2024	$3,894 +23.6%	$278,200 +23.6%
2023	$3,150 +145.4%	$225,000
2022	$1,284	--
2021	$1,284 +3.4%	--
2018	$1,242	--
2017	$1,242 +53.5%	--
2016	$809	--
2015	$809	--
2014	$809 +7.5%	$58,800 +510.5%
2012	$753	$9,632
2011	--	$9,632
2010	--	$9,632
2009	--	$9,632
2008	--	$9,632
2007	--	$9,632
2006	--	$9,632
2005	--	$9,632
2004	--	$9,632
2003	--	$9,632 +16.2%
2002	--	$8,288 +37%
2000	--	$6,048
1999	--	$6,048