18 S 55th St is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath Philadelphia townhouse presenting an excellent value-add opportunity in a rapidly developing section of West Philadelphia, just steps from the vibrant 52nd Street corridor. This rehab-ready shell offers a functional layout with well-proportioned bedrooms and living spaces, providing investors or owner-occupants with the flexibility to create a finished product designed for strong resale or rental appeal. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, schools, and neighborhood amenities, the property is well-positioned for future appreciation. Comparable renovated properties in the surrounding area have sold for as much as $240,000, highlighting the potential upside upon completion of renovations. The property is being sold in as-is condition. Buyer shall be responsible for obtaining the required L&I certification and any applicable Certificate of Occupancy.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (10/5)
$85,000
18 S 55th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
1,350sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
824 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$63/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Functional layout
- 26 days
- 207
- 17
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
ERIC Dvotsky 267-243-4652,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut (215) 627-6005,
Co-Listing Agent: Jason L Rabinovich 267-326-1272,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2672096
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,350
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,350
- 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: 824 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 604197200
- Zoning: CMX2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- 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: West Philadelphia
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $63/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,075
- Date on market: 9/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/5/2026 | Price change | $85,000-5.6%$63/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2672096 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $90,000+90.3%$67/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2672096 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Sold | $47,300$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,055 +22.7% | $146,800 +22.7% |
| 2024 | $1,674 | $119,600 |
| 2023 | $1,674 +70.6% | $119,600 |
| 2022 | $981 | -- |
| 2021 | $981 +3.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $945 | -- |
| 2017 | $945 -6.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,006 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,006 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,006 +4.5% | $71,900 +872.7% |
| 2012 | $963 | $7,392 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2007 | -- | $7,392 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,880 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,880 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,880 |
| 2003 | -- | $6,880 +10.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $6,240 +4.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $5,952 +31.9% |
| 1999 | -- | $4,512 |
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