Welcome to this updated 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath home in the Kingsessing neighborhood of Philadelphia. This well-maintained property offers a perfect blend of comfort and modern updates, making it an excellent opportunity for homeowners or investors. An added half-bath on the main floor brings ultimate convenience. Inside, you’ll find a bright and functional layout with spacious living and dining areas. The home has been thoughtfully updated, providing a move-in ready experience with stylish finishes throughout. Each of the three bedrooms offers ample space and natural light, while the full bathroom is clean and well-appointed. Conveniently located near public transportation, parks, schools, and local shopping, this property provides easy access to everything Southwest Philadelphia has to offer.
Under contract
Price cut: $6K (5/19)
$179,000
1708 S 54th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
3beds
1,008sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
900 Square Feet Lot
$173,200 Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 73 days |
- 37 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelly Fox 615-477-6724,
LPT Realty, LLC 8773662213
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2612596
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Combination
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,008
- Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,008
- 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: 900 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 60.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 514157500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kingsessing
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $178/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $106,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,483
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$173,200
$165,000 - $182,000
$1,736/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Contingent | $179,000$178/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2612596 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Price change | $179,000-3.2%$178/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2612596 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $185,000+270.7%$184/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2612596 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2020 | Listing removed | $1,295$1/sqft |
Source: Ampere Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,295$1/sqft |
Source: Ampere Property Management LLC Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2019 | Sold | $49,900+315.8%$50/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2001 | Sold | $12,000$12/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/1995 | Sold | $12,000$12/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,484 +63.8% | $106,000 +63.8% |
| 2024 | $906 | $64,700 |
| 2023 | $906 +13.9% | $64,700 |
| 2022 | $795 | -- |
| 2021 | $795 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $734 | -- |
| 2017 | $734 -0.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $735 | -- |
| 2015 | $735 | -- |
| 2014 | $735 +40.6% | $39,000 +461.6% |
| 2012 | $523 | $6,944 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,944 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,944 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,944 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,944 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,944 |
| 2006 | -- | $6,944 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,944 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,944 -12.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $7,904 +54.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,120 |
| 2000 | -- | $5,120 |
| 1999 | -- | $5,120 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Southwest Schuylkill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mitchell El SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: West Philadelphia
- District: Philadelphia City
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