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  • $99,999

    16 S 55th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

    3beds
    1,350sqft
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    $678/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    824 Square Feet Lot
    $126,700 Zestimate®
    $74/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Full basement
    INVESTOR SPECIAL – FULL REHAB OPPORTUNITY IN WEST PHILADELPHIA Value-Add Opportunity | 16 S. 55th St | CMX-2 Zoning Potential Attention investors, contractors, and developers! Outstanding investment opportunity located in the heart of West Philadelphia (19139). This 2-story traditional porch-front row home offers approximately 1,350 sq ft of space with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a full basement. Property Details & Condition: Condition: Property experienced a fire with fire damage concentrated in the front porch area, as well as fire and smoke damage in the front living room and front second-floor bedroom. Windows: Complete window replacement is required (all front window openings are currently boarded up). Classic 3-bed layout with high rehab potential to reconfigure or fully optimize for strong resale value or rental income. Designated CMX-2 (Neighborhood Commercial Mixed-Use-2), providing versatile future use potential depending on buyer plans. Excellent position steps from public transit (56th St Market-Frankford Line station), local commercial corridors, and quick access to University City. Being sold strictly AS-IS, WHERE-IS. NO REPAIRS will be made by the seller. NO CLEAN-OUT will be performed prior to settlement — buyer assumes full responsibility for all remaining personal belongings, trash, and debris upon closing. Cash or hard money financing preferred. Buyer is responsible for obtaining any necessary U&O, certifications, or municipal requirements at buyer's sole expense. Bring your contractor and your vision to unlock the equity in this West Philly project!
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    Listed by:

    Dave Goldsmith 267-601-4752,

    KW Empower 215-627-3500

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2666250MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,350
      • Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,350
      • 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: 824 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 604197100
      • Zoning: CMX2
      • 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: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: West Philadelphia
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $74/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $148,300
      • Annual tax amount: $2,075
      • Date on market: 9/2/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $126,700

        $90,000 - $166,000

        $1,631/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/2/2026Listed for sale$99,999+566.7%$74/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2666250 Report a problem
        6/6/2003Sold$15,000+150%$11/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/20/2003Sold$6,000+20%$4/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/7/2002Sold$5,000$4/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,055 +22.7%$146,800 +22.7%
        2024$1,674 $119,600
        2023$1,674 +70.6%$119,600
        2022$981 --
        2021$981 +3.9%--
        2018$945 --
        2017$945 -6.1%--
        2016$1,006 --
        2015$1,006 --
        2014$1,006 +4.5%$71,900 +872.7%
        2012$963 $7,392
        2011-- $7,392
        2010-- $7,392
        2009-- $7,392
        2008-- $7,392
        2007-- $7,392 +7.4%
        2006-- $6,880
        2005-- $6,880
        2004-- $6,880
        2003-- $6,880 +10.3%
        2002-- $6,240 +4.8%
        2000-- $5,952 +31.9%
        1999-- $4,512
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek

        Getting around

        85 / 100
        Very Walkable
        72 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        88 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Philadelphia City

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