Welcome to bright and sunny 1638 N 2nd St #3! This unit is a spacious top-floor condo in a 3 unit building, offering 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, low condo fees, and 3 years remaining on the tax abatement. The main level features an open, light-filled living space with large windows and a modern kitchen. The kitchen has room for barstool seating, includes stainless steel appliances, and plenty of storage space. Upstairs you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom. The front bedroom serves as the primary suite, featuring two double closets and a large bathroom with a spacious stall shower. The rear bedroom includes a double closet and private ensuite bath - a wonderful set up for roommates or visiting guests. A spacious landing connects the bedrooms and offers a flexible bonus area that could easily become a cozy reading nook or dedicated work-from-home space. A conveniently located powder room is accessible from the hallway, along with a laundry and mechanicals closet. The location puts some of the neighborhood's best spots right outside your door. Grab coffee at Rival Bros or dinner at Suraya and Char, all just steps away. Hancock Park is two blocks away, offering a playground and seasonal public pool. And just around the corner is bustling American Street, home to the Clay Studio and a growing collection of artist studios and creative spaces. The Berks El stop is a few minutes walk away, for all of your commuting needs. With its top-floor privacy, thoughtful layout, low condo fees, remaining tax abatement, and unbeatable access to Fishtown's restaurants, this is a home that offers both comfort and convenience. Offering 1% INTEREST RATE BUYDOWN for the 1st year at ZERO cost to the homebuyer when using the homeowner's preferred lender!
For sale
$310,000
1638 N 2nd St APT 3, Philadelphia, PA 19122
2beds
1,000sqft
Condominium
Built in 2018
-- sqft lot
$305,200 Zestimate®
$310/sqft
$220/mo HOA
What's special
Flexible bonus areaSpacious top-floor condoConveniently located powder roomRoom for barstool seatingOpen light-filled living spacePlenty of storage spaceLarge windows
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Listed by:
Kate McCann 908-451-0235,
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors (215) 866-0050,
Listing Team: Philly Home Girls
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2673528
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 888181640
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Condo and coop fee: $220 monthly
- Subdivision: Olde Kensington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Electricity, Water, Insurance, Snow Removal, Common Area Maintenance
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $310/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $386,800
- Annual tax amount: $444
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
- Ownership: Condominium
Estimated market value
$305,200
$290,000 - $320,000
$2,418/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $310,000+9.9%$310/sqft |
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| 1/8/2019 | Sold | $282,000$282/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,229 +566.9% | $302,100 |
| 2024 | $634 | $302,100 |
| 2023 | $634 +10% | $302,100 |
| 2022 | $577 | -- |
| 2021 | $577 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: Olde Kensington
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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.






