Tucked away from the street, this charming 2-bed, 1-bath home offers a welcoming yet private paved front area, perfect for grilling and relaxing outside with hidden electrical outlets, automatic night lighting, and water spigot. Inside, find fresh paint, custom radiator covers, new hardware, and track lighting. 1st floor has an open layout and shining hardwood floors, with carpeting upstairs. Home has 3 ceiling fans on 1st floor and one in primary bedroom to help keep summer cooling costs low. Radiator heating and a new digital thermostat keep you warm and cozy without large winter bills. Enjoy a new roof (2023, 10-yr warranty) and a move-in-ready interior thanks to professional deep cleaning and carpet cleaning. Just blocks from Fishtown's dining & nightlife and the Berks MFL station. Features include upper-floor laundry and a carpeted basement with a workshop. Join a vibrant community with an active online forum for neighborly chats and monthly clean-ups. New Maytag dishwasher (2023), Whirlpool appliances. Flexible closing date. Nearby: Evil Genius Brewery, Van Leeuwens, La Colombe, Suraya, LMNO, Kalaya, Dottie's Donuts, Buzz Cafe, Laser Wolf, Front St Cafe, Fette Sau, Pizzeria Beddia"
Sold for $325,000
$325,000
1744 N Howard St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
2beds
1,036sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
1,110 Square Feet Lot
$331,800 Zestimate®
$314/sqft
$1,720 Estimated rent
Home value
$331,800
$302,000 - $362,000
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New roofFresh paintCarpeted basementNew hardwareMove-in-ready interiorProfessional deep cleaningCarpet cleaning
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Listed by:
Howard Smith 610-389-1914,
Houwzer, LLC
Bought with:
Matthew Williams, 2444023
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2459718
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,036
- Total interior livable area: 1,036 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,036
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,110 sqft
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 61.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 183073100
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Sold | $325,000-4.1%$314/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2459718 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2025 | Pending sale | $339,000$327/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2459718 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Price change | $339,000-1.5%$327/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2459718 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2025 | Price change | $344,000-1.4%$332/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2459718 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,000+13.1%$337/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2459718 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2023 | Sold | $308,510-2.3%$298/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2023 | Pending sale | $315,900$305/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2023 | Price change | $315,900-1.3%$305/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2023 | Price change | $319,900-5.9%$309/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Price change | $339,900-6.9%$328/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2023 | Price change | $365,000-8.5%$352/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2023 | Price change | $399,000+2.3%$385/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $389,9000%$376/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2145908 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2022 | Listing removed | $389,999$376/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2001367 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $389,999+1850%$376/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2001367 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2002 | Sold | $20,000$19/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,728 +22.8% | $266,300 +22.8% |
| 2024 | $3,035 | $216,800 |
| 2023 | $3,035 +57.6% | $216,800 |
| 2022 | $1,926 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,926 -0.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,940 -68% | -- |
| 2017 | $6,068 | -- |
| 2016 | $6,068 +598% | -- |
| 2015 | $869 | -- |
| 2014 | $869 +4.5% | $62,100 +1028.3% |
| 2012 | $832 | $5,504 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2006 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,504 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,504 +15.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,768 +31.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $3,616 +175.6% |
| 1999 | -- | $1,312 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Kensington
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Moffet John SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Penn Treaty Middle SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Kensington
- 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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Estimated market value
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- 19122
- West Kensington
- 1744 N Howard St
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