Welcome to 1717 S. 56th Street, a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located on a family-friendly block in Southwest Philadelphia. This move-in-ready property features a spacious open-concept layout with a wide, modern kitchen offering abundant counter space, perfect for cooking, entertaining, and everyday living. Recent renovations provide a fresh, updated feel throughout the home while maintaining its warmth and charm. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, and public transportation, this property is ideal for first-time buyers, growing families, or anyone looking for a comfortable place to call home. Don't miss the opportunity to own this turnkey Philadelphia gem!
For sale
Price cut: $4.9K (6/29)
$209,999
1717 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
3beds
990sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,080 Square Feet Lot
$209,800 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wide modern kitchenAbundant counter spaceSpacious open-concept layoutWarmth and charm
- 30 days |
- 361 |
- 23 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tony Green 215-526-3798,
Homestarr Realty 2153555565,
Co-Listing Agent: Maurice Davis 215-239-1727,
Homestarr Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2627374
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 990
- Total interior livable area: 990 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 990
- 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: 1,080 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 72.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 514029400
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
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: $212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,482
- Date on market: 6/7/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$209,800
$199,000 - $220,000
$1,723/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $209,999-2.3%$212/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2627374 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $214,9000%$217/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627374 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000+152.9%$217/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627374 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Sold | $85,000$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,482 +63.7% | $105,900 +63.7% |
| 2024 | $906 | $64,700 |
| 2023 | $906 +16.2% | $64,700 |
| 2022 | $780 | -- |
| 2021 | $780 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $720 | -- |
| 2017 | $720 -4.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $750 | -- |
| 2015 | $750 | -- |
| 2014 | $750 +38.9% | $40,300 +494% |
| 2012 | $540 | $6,784 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2006 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2003 | -- | $6,784 +39.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,864 +4.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $4,640 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,640 |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Kingesessing
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mitchell El SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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