Welcome to 1642 N. Redfield St., a classic 3 bedroom brick rowhome offering strong potential for redevelopment in the Overbrook section of West Philadelphia. The property features a newly installed main roof, providing an excellent starting point for your renovation plans. With a traditional layout and generous room sizes, this home is ready for a full transformation—ideal for investors, builders, or buyers looking to create a customized space. The surrounding neighborhood continues to see steady revitalization, with active renovation projects, improving housing stock, and growing investor interest. Residents enjoy convenient access to public transit, including the Market‑Frankford Line and multiple bus routes, as well as proximity to local shops, parks, schools, and community amenities. Its central location offers quick connections to University City, City Avenue, and major commuter routes, enhancing both rental and resale appeal. This is a great opportunity to bring your vision to life and capture value in a developing area of the city.
Foreclosure
$115,000
1642 N Redfield St, Philadelphia, PA 19151
3beds
1,264sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,200 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$91/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous room sizesNewly installed main roofTraditional layout
- 54 days |
- 151 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lee M Abrams 215-813-7242,
Higgins & Welch Real Estate, Inc. 2152475000,
Co-Listing Agent: Edward A Welch Iii 610-331-7655,
Higgins & Welch Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2619778
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,264
- Total interior livable area: 1,264 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,264
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 80.00
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 342182400
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Overbrook
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $91/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,073
- Date on market: 5/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,601/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Sold | $81,000+80%$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2002 | Sold | $45,000$36/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,073 +14.7% | $148,100 +14.7% |
| 2024 | $1,807 | $129,100 |
| 2023 | $1,807 +32.1% | $129,100 |
| 2022 | $1,368 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,368 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,317 +73.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $757 -16.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $907 | -- |
| 2015 | $907 | -- |
| 2014 | $907 +4.5% | $94,800 +958% |
| 2012 | $868 | $8,960 |
| 2011 | -- | $8,960 |
| 2010 | -- | $8,960 |
| 2009 | -- | $8,960 |
| 2008 | -- | $8,960 |
| 2007 | -- | $8,960 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $8,320 |
| 2005 | -- | $8,320 |
| 2004 | -- | $8,320 +10.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $7,552 +7.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,040 |
| 2000 | -- | $7,040 |
| 1999 | -- | $7,040 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Overbrook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10GUIDON S BLUFORD EL SCHGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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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- 1642 N Redfield St
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