Renovated 3 bed, 1.5 bath straight-thru in East Kensington offering clean, modern finishes throughout and true move-in ready condition. Open living space with exposed brick accent, new flooring, fresh paint, and updated lighting flows into a redesigned kitchen with white shaker cabinets, butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom backsplash. First floor bedroom adds flexibility for layout or office use. Upstairs features two spacious bedrooms and a fully updated bath with custom tile. Fully finished basement adds additional living space perfect for den, office, or storage. Major systems already handled with newer HVAC and hot water heater. Private rear yard for outdoor space. Currently tenant occupied at $1,400/month providing immediate cash flow, with the option to deliver vacant if desired. Located in a rapidly developing pocket surrounded by new construction, walkable to local spots and with easy access to Center City and transit. Strong option for both owner-occupants and investors looking to get into 19125 at an accessible price point. Some photos are AI enhanced. Photos are from previous listing.
For sale
Price cut: $5.1K (6/29)
$244,900
1838 E Albert St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
3beds
902sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1875
672 Square Feet Lot
$243,100 Zestimate®
$272/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
First floor bedroomFresh paintOpen living spaceRedesigned kitchenClean modern finishes throughoutExposed brick accentCustom backsplash
- 118 days |
- 129 |
- 16 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carlos Masip 267-456-0448,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: The Mike Mccann Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2615218
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
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 902
- Total interior livable area: 902 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 902
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 672 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 56.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 314191600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
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: $272/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $282,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,947
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Exclusions: Washer And Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$243,100
Estimated sales range
$231,000 - $255,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,022/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $244,900-2%$272/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Listing removed | $1,800$2/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+23.8%$277/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,800$2/sqft |
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| 4/25/2023 | Sold | $202,000-3.4%$224/sqft |
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| 3/28/2023 | Pending sale | $209,200+2.1%$232/sqft |
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| 2/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $204,900-8.9%$227/sqft |
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| 2/16/2023 | Listing removed | $224,900$249/sqft |
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| 1/24/2023 | Price change | $224,900-4.3%$249/sqft |
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| 12/17/2022 | Price change | $234,900-6%$260/sqft |
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| 12/3/2022 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$277/sqft |
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| 10/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $259,900+99.2%$288/sqft |
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| 7/18/2022 | Sold | $130,500-6.7%$145/sqft |
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| 7/8/2022 | Contingent | $139,900$155/sqft |
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| 5/27/2022 | Price change | $139,900-6.7%$155/sqft |
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| 2/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $149,900-9.2%$166/sqft |
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| 11/1/2021 | Listing removed | $165,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/19/2021 | Price change | $165,000-5.7%$183/sqft |
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| 4/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $175,000-12.5%$194/sqft |
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| 3/9/2021 | Listing removed | $199,900$222/sqft |
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| 2/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $199,900$222/sqft |
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| 2/8/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/6/2021 | Listed for sale | $199,900+238.8%$222/sqft |
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| 6/12/2006 | Sold | $59,000+1374.6%$65/sqft |
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| 10/24/2005 | Sold | $4,001-71.8%$4/sqft |
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| 11/8/1995 | Sold | $14,200$16/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,947 +77.7% | $282,000 +77.7% |
| 2024 | $2,221 | $158,700 |
| 2023 | $2,221 +90.3% | $158,700 |
| 2022 | $1,167 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,167 +7.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,083 +107% | -- |
| 2017 | $524 -86.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,850 +2825.8% | -- |
| 2015 | $132 | -- |
| 2014 | $132 -75.1% | $39,400 +1634.2% |
| 2012 | $528 | $2,272 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,272 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,272 |
| 2009 | -- | $2,272 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,272 |
| 2007 | -- | $2,272 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,112 |
| 2005 | -- | $2,112 |
| 2004 | -- | $2,112 |
| 2003 | -- | $2,112 -2.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $2,176 |
| 2000 | -- | $2,176 +13.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $1,920 |
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Neighborhood: East Kensington
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Brown Henry A SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Kensington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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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