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Sold for $399,000
  • $399,000

    159 Levering St, Philadelphia, PA 19127

    3beds
    1,512sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    1,814 Square Feet Lot
    $406,600 Zestimate®
    $264/sqft
    $2,382 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $406,600

    $370,000 - $447,000

    $2,382/mo

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    What's special

    Back on market after the buyers financing fell through. It's your opportunity to scoop this great home looking for its new owner! Welcome to this charming Manayunk home! This well-maintained 3-bedroom + office| nursery, 2- full bathroom house offers 1,512 square feet of comfortable living space, perfect for young professionals, growing families, or savvy investors looking for a solid rental property in one of Philadelphia's most dynamic neighborhoods. Key Features: • Versatile multi-level floor plan with plenty of living space • Updated kitchen with modern appliances • Bright and airy 3 bedrooms plus bonus den space - perfect for a home office! • 2 full bathrooms • RSA5 zoning - great for residential use • Walking distance to popular Main Street Recent Improvements: The house has been well-maintained with several valuable updates including: New roof(2025), new basement waterproofing system with sump pump (2023), basement with potential for 4th bedroom, new PVC stack pipe and sewer line (2023), kitchen water filtration system, eco-friendly carpet (2021), new toilets (2024), and central air/gas heating. The tiered backyard includes established blackberry bushes and roses - perfect for garden enthusiasts and barbecues! Location Benefits: • Walk to Main Street's restaurants, shops, and nightlife • Easy commute options - close to public transit • Quick access to major highways • Near Schuylkill River Trail and local parks Major Price improvement at $399,000, this move-in ready home offers excellent value in the hot Manayunk market. Perfect for first-time buyers looking to build equity or investors seeking strong rental potential in a high-demand area. Recent improvements mean less maintenance worries for new owners! Private showings are available by appointment for qualified buyers.

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    Listed by:

    Empress St Vil 267-806-6907,

    United Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Brad Button, RS326935

    Compass RE

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2434516MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Central, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
    • Basement: Other
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,512
    • Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,512
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1,814 sqft
    • Dimensions: 18.00 x 101.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 211124500
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Stone, Stucco
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Septic, Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Manayunk
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Listing terms: Cash,Seller Financing,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/13/2025Sold$399,000$264/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434516 Report a problem
    4/14/2025Contingent$399,000$264/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434516 Report a problem
    4/3/2025Price change$399,000-5%$264/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434516 Report a problem
    3/15/2025Listed for sale$420,000$278/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434516 Report a problem
    3/4/2025Contingent$420,000$278/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434516 Report a problem
    2/26/2025Price change$420,000-1.2%$278/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434516 Report a problem
    2/14/2025Listed for sale$425,000+19.7%$281/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434516 Report a problem
    2/8/2022Sold$355,000$235/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/30/2021Sold$355,000-4.8%$235/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2006592 Report a problem
    7/29/2021Contingent$372,900$247/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2006592 Report a problem
    7/16/2021Price change$372,900-1.8%$247/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2006592 Report a problem
    7/8/2021Listed for sale$379,900+36.7%$251/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2006592 Report a problem
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/10/2017Listing removed$1,995$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/26/2017Listed for rent$1,995$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    2/17/2012Sold$278,000-2.4%$184/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/13/2011Price change$284,900-3.4%$188/sqft
    Source: Elfant Wissahickon Realtors #5974855 Report a problem
    11/20/2011Listed for sale$294,900+123.4%$195/sqft
    Source: Elfant Wissahickon Realtors #5974855 Report a problem
    10/13/2011Sold$132,000-12%$87/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/31/2011Listed for sale$150,000-14.3%$99/sqft
    Source: Realty Broker Driect #5927447 Report a problem
    3/20/2011Listing removed$175,000$116/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Avenue Of The Arts #5848399 Report a problem
    3/7/2011Listed for sale$175,000$116/sqft
    Source: NRT Philadelphia #5848399 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,144 +19.8%$367,500 +19.8%
    2024$4,293 $306,700
    2023$4,293 +1.8%$306,700
    2022$4,216 --
    2021$4,216 +1.8%--
    2018$4,143 --
    2017$4,143 +22.3%--
    2016$3,388 --
    2015$3,388 --
    2014$3,388 +4.5%$242,000 +1354.3%
    2012$3,243 $16,640
    2011-- $16,640
    2010-- $16,640
    2009-- $16,640
    2008-- $16,640
    2007-- $16,640
    2006-- $16,640
    2005-- $16,640
    2004-- $16,640 +6.1%
    2003-- $15,680 +4.3%
    2002-- $15,040 +16.6%
    2000-- $12,896 +16.1%
    1999-- $11,104

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Manayunk

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Philadelphia City

    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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