Welcome to 1837 E Harold Street, a charming and thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom home tucked away on a quiet residential block in the heart of East Kensington. Offering a comfortable blend of modern updates and classic Philadelphia rowhome character, this home is move-in ready and ideally situated to enjoy everything the surrounding neighborhood has to offer. The main level features an inviting living space with an easy flow into the kitchen and dining area, creating a functional layout for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom. A finished lower level provides valuable additional flexible space—perfect for a home office, workout area, media room, or extra storage. Located just minutes from Fishtown’s popular restaurants, cafés, breweries, shopping, and entertainment, with convenient access to public transportation and major roadways, this home offers an excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor looking to own in one of Philadelphia’s most desirable and dynamic neighborhoods. Schedule your showing and come see all that 1837 E Harold Street has to offer!
For sale
$249,900
1837 E Harold St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
2beds
672sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1875
871 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$372/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting living spaceQuiet residential blockTwo comfortable bedrooms
- 3 days
- 87
- 4
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Blessen Thomas 516-581-4534,
JG Real Estate LLC (215) 467-4100
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2661922
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 672
- Total interior livable area: 672 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 672
- 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: 871 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 314179700
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Kensington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $372/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $161,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,263
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: Appliances In As Is Condition.
- Exclusions: Any Tenant Personal Property.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900+25%$372/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $1,095$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2536016 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,095+10.1%$2/sqft |
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| 11/21/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/17/2023 | Price change | $995-13.1%$1/sqft |
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| 10/3/2023 | Price change | $1,145-4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 8/24/2023 | Price change | $1,195-3.2%$2/sqft |
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| 6/22/2023 | Price change | $1,235-3.1%$2/sqft |
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| 4/24/2023 | Price change | $1,275-1.9%$2/sqft |
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| 3/10/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,300$2/sqft |
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| 3/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,300+13%$2/sqft |
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| 1/28/2021 | Listing removed | $199,900$297/sqft |
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| 12/22/2020 | Price change | $199,900-4.8%$297/sqft |
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| 11/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $210,000+2000%$313/sqft |
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| 4/10/2019 | Listing removed | $1,150$2/sqft |
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| 3/28/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,150+48.4%$2/sqft |
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| 1/2/2019 | Listing removed | $775$1/sqft |
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| 11/6/2018 | Listed for rent | $775+3.3%$1/sqft |
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| 8/21/2017 | Listing removed | $750$1/sqft |
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| 8/9/2017 | Listed for rent | $750$1/sqft |
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| 6/27/2017 | Listing removed | $750$1/sqft |
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| 6/1/2017 | Listed for rent | $750+3.4%$1/sqft |
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| 11/17/2015 | Listing removed | $725$1/sqft |
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| 8/28/2015 | Listed for rent | $725$1/sqft |
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| 4/21/2015 | Sold | $10,000+566.7%$15/sqft |
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| 7/13/2012 | Sold | $1,500$2/sqft |
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| 7/8/2010 | Sold | $1,500+50%$2/sqft |
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| 3/2/2004 | Sold | $1,000$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,688 +23.6% | $192,000 +23.6% |
| 2024 | $2,174 | $155,300 |
| 2023 | $2,174 +88.9% | $155,300 |
| 2022 | $1,151 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,151 +7.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,068 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,068 +98.7% | -- |
| 2016 | $538 -85.7% | -- |
| 2015 | $3,752 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,752 | $38,400 +1691% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,144 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,144 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,144 |
| 2009 | -- | $2,144 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,144 |
| 2007 | -- | $2,144 +8.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,984 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,984 |
| 2004 | -- | $1,984 |
| 2003 | -- | $1,984 |
| 2002 | -- | $1,984 |
| 2000 | -- | $1,984 +12.7% |
| 1999 | -- | $1,760 |
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Neighborhood: East Kensington
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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