Spacious and versatile, this large Overbrook property is currently configured as a duplex featuring a 2-bedroom unit and a 4-bedroom unit. Each unit offers a bright layout with updated kitchens and bathrooms, plus flexible living space. Ideal for an investor or owner-occupant looking to offset their mortgage, the property is just steps from shopping, restaurants, and public transportation, with easy access to Lankenau Medical Center and Fairmount Park.
Foreclosure
$119,900
1685 N 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
6beds
1,596sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1915
1,638 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$75/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Flexible living spaceUpdated kitchensBright layout
- 157 days |
- 234 |
- 20 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher Nelson 484-576-7430,
Genstone Realty 4844601545
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2579738
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 6
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,596
- Total interior livable area: 1,596 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,596
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,638 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 109.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 041354550
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
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: $75/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,476
- Date on market: 1/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,185/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2026 | Listing removed | $125,000$78/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2541828 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $125,000$78/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541828 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $125,000+108.3%$78/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541828 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2025 | Listing removed | $60,000$38/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2440434 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2025 | Pending sale | $60,000-56.8%$38/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2440434 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $139,000-32.2%$87/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2440434 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/7/2020 | Price change | $205,000-8.9%$128/sqft |
Source: Realty ONE Group Legacy #PAPH965404 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $225,000+2150%$141/sqft |
Source: Realty ONE Group Legacy #PAPH965404 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2015 | Sold | $10,000-20%$6/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2013 | Listing removed | $12,500$8/sqft |
Source: Propertyware Inc Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $12,500+525%$8/sqft |
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| 4/3/2013 | Sold | $2,000-78.9%$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2013 | Price change | $9,500-24%$6/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2013 | Price change | $12,500+1462.5%$8/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2013 | Listed for sale | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2000 | Sold | $800-73.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/1999 | Sold | $3,000$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,477 +203.2% | $105,500 +203.2% |
| 2024 | $487 | $34,800 |
| 2023 | $487 | $34,800 |
| 2022 | $487 | -- |
| 2021 | $487 +3.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $469 +23.5% | -- |
| 2017 | $380 -50.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $771 | -- |
| 2015 | $771 | -- |
| 2014 | $771 +4.5% | $55,100 +3343.8% |
| 2012 | $738 | $1,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,600 -59% |
| 2004 | -- | $3,904 |
| 2003 | -- | $3,904 |
| 2002 | -- | $3,904 |
| 2000 | -- | $3,904 |
| 1999 | -- | $3,904 |
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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.
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Overbrook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Heston Edward SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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.
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