Airbnb, invest, or live in 1538 Christian Street #2, where city living meets affordability without compromise! Your furry friends are welcome, too. If you’ve been dreaming of the Rittenhouse vibe but working with a South Philly budget, this is your perfect match—just a 17-minute walk to the square, with quick access to the Broad Street subway, I-95, I-76, and all the stadium action. Everyday essentials are just steps away at Lincoln Square—Sprouts, Target, Starbucks—making life easy and walkable. Inside, this fresh, just-painted condo gives you two true bedrooms (one with an ensuite bath), plus a bonus den that flexes into an office, nursery, or even your yoga zone. Wood floors and an open layout set the stage for entertaining, while stained glass details add historic charm. No endless flights of stairs here—this second-floor home offers convenient one-level living with extra basement storage and street-level trash storage. The building is relaxed and self-managed with low fees, so you get more bang for your buck and a real community feel. If you need the flexibility, the HOA allows for short-term rentals. Move right in, start your city life, and make this first home or investment your true home run.
Sold for $281,000
$281,000
1538 Christian St #2, Philadelphia, PA 19146
3beds
890sqft
Condominium
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$283,000 Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$2,248 Estimated rent
Home value
$283,000
$263,000 - $306,000
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Convenient one-level livingExtra basement storageStained glass detailsStreet-level trash storageFresh just-painted condoBonus denTwo true bedrooms
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stacy Sanseverino 215-431-5431,
KW Empower
Bought with:
Mary Wing, RS171074L
Weichert Realtors
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2525762
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Main Level, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 890
- Total interior livable area: 890 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 890
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 888303116
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Graduate Hospital
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Storage
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water
- Association name: 1538 Christian Street Condo Association
Other fees
- Condo and coop fee: $290 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Condominium
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2026 | Sold | $281,000-1.4%$316/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Pending sale | $284,900$320/sqft |
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| 1/7/2026 | Listing removed | $2,000$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2558246 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2026 | Contingent | $284,900$320/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2525762 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2025 | Price change | $284,900-1.7%$320/sqft |
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| 11/13/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,000+5.5%$2/sqft |
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| 10/28/2025 | Price change | $289,900-3.4%$326/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $300,000+0%$337/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+5.7%$337/sqft |
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| 8/7/2025 | Listing removed | $1,895$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2524878 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,895+11.8%$2/sqft |
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| 8/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2257820 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2023 | Price change | $1,695-5.6%$2/sqft |
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| 7/14/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,795+5.9%$2/sqft |
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| 8/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/6/2021 | Price change | $1,695-5.6%$2/sqft |
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| 7/25/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,795-5.3%$2/sqft |
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| 7/10/2019 | Listing removed | $1,895$2/sqft |
Source: OCF Realty LLC #PAPH807378 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2019 | Price change | $1,895-2.8%$2/sqft |
Source: OCF Realty LLC #PAPH807378 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,950+8%$2/sqft |
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| 5/16/2018 | Listing removed | $1,805$2/sqft |
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| 5/4/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,805-3.7%$2/sqft |
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| 6/20/2017 | Listing removed | $1,875$2/sqft |
Source: OCF Realty LLC #6984923 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,875+4.5%$2/sqft |
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| 6/14/2016 | Listing removed | $1,795+5.9%$2/sqft |
Source: OCF Realty LLC #6799750 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2015 | Listing removed | $1,695$2/sqft |
Source: OCF Realty LLC #6578452 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2006 | Sold | $283,800$319/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,183 +5% | $298,800 +5% |
| 2024 | $3,984 | $284,600 |
| 2023 | $3,984 +15% | $284,600 |
| 2022 | $3,465 | -- |
| 2021 | $3,465 +5% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,301 | -- |
| 2017 | $3,301 +5% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,144 +46.5% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,146 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,146 +684.2% | $204,200 +258.5% |
| 2012 | $274 | $56,960 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,960 |
| 2010 | -- | $56,960 |
| 2009 | -- | $56,960 |
| 2008 | -- | $56,960 |
| 2007 | -- | $56,960 +1773.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $3,040 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Graduate Hospital
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Edwin M Stanton SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10South Philadelphia High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Stanton Edwin
- Middle: Edwin M. Stanton
- High: South Philadelphia
- 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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