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  • $250,000

    16 W Seymour St, Philadelphia, PA 19144

    5beds
    2,109sqft
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    $1,763/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    4,200 Square Feet Lot
    $246,900 Zestimate®
    $119/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Historic gemDetached garageSolid historic bonesExcellent spatial volumeTraditional layout potentialQuiet residential stretch
    MOTIVATED SELLER — SOLD "AS-IS" — PRICED FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION! Brought to market with a highly motivated seller, this spacious 1900-built historic gem in the heart of Germantown presents an incredible equity-building opportunity for contractors, investors, or visionary buyers ready to restore a classic Philadelphia property to its full potential. Spanning over 2,100 square feet of traditional layout potential, this property features solid historic bones, excellent spatial volume, a generous footprint, and the rare bonus of a detached garage on a quiet residential stretch. Key Highlights: Prime Germantown Location: Close to local parks, historic landmarks, public transit lines, and convenient corridors into Center City and Chestnut Hill. Exceptional Value: Priced significantly below market value per square foot to reflect the need for complete cosmetic and systems updating. Endless Potential: Bring your contractor, your design ideas, and your imagination. Perfect for a fix-and-flip, buy-and-hold rental portfolio addition, or a custom owner-occupant renovation project. Flexible Terms: Seller is highly motivated, open to serious cash or conventional renovation loan offers, and looking for a smooth, quick settlement. Don't let this diamond in the rough pass you by! Properties with this kind of square footage and upside in Northwest Philly move fast when priced to sell.
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    Listed by:

    Brian Stafford 267-816-3050,

    Keller Williams Real Estate - West Chester 6103995100

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2687110MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 5
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • None, Oil
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Down Draft, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,109
      • Total interior livable area: 2,109 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,109
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Detached, On Street
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 4,200 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 123048900
      • Zoning: RTA1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: A-Frame
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Roof: Flat
      Condition
      • Good
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

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

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $119/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $256,200
      • Annual tax amount: $3,586
      • Date on market: 11/3/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203(k)
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $246,900

        $235,000 - $259,000

        $2,435/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        11/3/2026Listed for sale$250,000+693.7%$119/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2687110 Report a problem
        11/2/1984Sold$31,500$15/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,576 +20.7%$255,500 +20.7%
        2024$2,962 $211,600
        2023$2,962 +55.8%$211,600
        2022$1,901 --
        2021$1,901 +56.5%--
        2018$1,215 +85.5%--
        2017$655 +12.2%--
        2016$584 --
        2015$584 --
        2014$584 -18.3%$83,300 +1110.8%
        2012$714 $6,880
        2011-- $6,880
        2010-- $6,880
        2009-- $6,880
        2008-- $6,880
        2007-- $6,880 +7.5%
        2006-- $6,400
        2005-- $6,400 -48.3%
        2004-- $12,384 +9.9%
        2003-- $11,264 +1.7%
        2002-- $11,072 +6.8%
        2000-- $10,368
        1999-- $10,368
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Germantown Southwest

        Getting around

        86 / 100
        Very Walkable
        63 / 100
        Good Transit
        51 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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