Welcome to 159 E Mayland St, a beautifully renovated home in historic Germantown. This low maintenance home features all newer mechanicals (all systems are less than 10 years old). Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and almost 2000 square feet of light-filled interior living space (including the huge finished basement), this property is designed for both comfortable daily living and sophisticated entertaining. Step past the cozy front porch into the wide-open first floor with high ceilings and gorgeous light flooding in from the many windows. The main floor features a wide-open layout with eco-friendly chocolate bamboo flooring and energy efficient recessed lighting. The heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen boasting a massive center island, white shaker cabinetry with soft-close drawers, and granite countertops. Tucked behind the kitchen is a convenient rear laundry/mudroom and a modern powder room. Stylish iron railings lead up to the second floor where you'll find three generous bedrooms with brand new carpet and ample closet space. A fully updated hall bath completes the second floor. The finished basement adds roughly 500 sq. ft. of bonus space, perfect for a media lounge, home office, gym, playroom, or extra storage. Located in the heart of Germantown, the property sits on a quiet residential block just steps from the shops and eateries on Germantown Avenue. Positioned near regional rail lines and major bus routes for an effortless trip into Center City for easy commuting. And just a short drive or bike ride from the serene trails of Wissahickon Valley Park! Come check out all this elegant modern home has to offer today!
Under contract
$264,900
159 E Mayland St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
3beds
1,940sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
1,900 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$137/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stylish iron railingsHuge finished basementModern powder roomFully updated hall bathEco-friendly chocolate bamboo flooringCozy front porchEnergy efficient recessed lighting
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rosie Dillon 267-225-6673,
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square 2158939920,
Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group, Co-Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group,Co-Listing Agent: Karrie Gavin 215-260-1376,
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2638704
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,940
- Total interior livable area: 1,940 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,440
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,900 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 95.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 592131900
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
- Major remodel year: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Germantown (east)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $137/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $282,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,954
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,995/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/4/2026 | Contingent | $264,900$137/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $264,900-0.8%$137/sqft |
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| 1/26/2026 | Listing removed | $267,000$138/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $267,000-2.9%$138/sqft |
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| 10/12/2025 | Price change | $274,990-1.8%$142/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $279,990-1.8%$144/sqft |
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| 8/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $285,000+32.6%$147/sqft |
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| 4/30/2019 | Sold | $215,000$111/sqft |
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| 3/28/2019 | Pending sale | $215,000$111/sqft |
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| 3/4/2019 | Price change | $215,000-4.4%$111/sqft |
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| 2/11/2019 | Price change | $224,900-4.3%$116/sqft |
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| 1/28/2019 | Price change | $234,900-4.1%$121/sqft |
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| 1/20/2019 | Price change | $245,000-2%$126/sqft |
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| 12/26/2018 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$129/sqft |
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| 11/27/2018 | Listed for sale | $259,900+271.8%$134/sqft |
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| 7/17/2018 | Listing removed | $69,900$36/sqft |
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| 7/13/2018 | Price change | $69,900-12.6%$36/sqft |
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| 7/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $80,000+346.9%$41/sqft |
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| 6/5/2018 | Sold | $17,900-74.4%$9/sqft |
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| 4/6/2017 | Listing removed | $69,900$36/sqft |
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| 4/4/2017 | Listed for sale | $69,900+304%$36/sqft |
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| 2/16/2017 | Sold | $17,300-75.3%$9/sqft |
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| 10/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $69,900+68.9%$36/sqft |
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| 6/23/2016 | Listing removed | $41,380$21/sqft |
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| 6/18/2016 | Listed for sale | $41,380-0.6%$21/sqft |
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| 3/2/2016 | Listing removed | $41,610+296.3%$21/sqft |
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| 8/13/2014 | Sold | $10,500$5/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,954 +30.5% | $282,500 +30.5% |
| 2024 | $3,029 | $216,400 |
| 2023 | $3,029 +65.2% | $216,400 |
| 2022 | $1,834 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,834 +30.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,401 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,401 -4.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,467 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,467 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,467 | $109,500 +720.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $13,344 |
| 2011 | -- | $13,344 |
| 2010 | -- | $13,344 |
| 2009 | -- | $13,344 |
| 2008 | -- | $13,344 |
| 2007 | -- | $13,344 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $12,416 |
| 2005 | -- | $12,416 |
| 2004 | -- | $12,416 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $11,296 +12.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $10,016 +7.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $9,280 |
| 1999 | -- | $9,280 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Germantown Morton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Roosevelt Theodore Middle SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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