Showings begin at the Open House Saturday, July 11th, from 12pm-1pm. Steps from it all, but located on a quiet, no through traffic block, this impeccably maintained and updated home has warmth and character, combined with modern comforts. From the moment you approach the home, you can feel the charm radiate from its classic brick facade. Enter into the tile vestibule with custom-painted wall art. Step into the living room to find a sun-splashed living and dining area, with high ceilings with crown molding and designer-selected paint and accents throughout to complement each space. Find a powder room on this level, with a clair de lune blue ceramic sink, the first of two bathrooms. Renovated kitchen features a farmhouse sink with window overlooking a backyard with full sun for growing lush plants, a full suite of stainless steel appliances including a 5 burner gas range and a dishwasher, located in the space adding peninsula island, which also features a butcher block breakfast bar, adding additional seating for everyday convenience. Step outside to find your private backyard oasis - perfect for gardening, grilling and dining al fresco in the warmer months. Downstairs, find a finished basement with separate laundry area as well as a separate office space, also perfect for crafting or storage. This lower level offers a great space for additional living room/den or a guest area. Take the stairs to the second level to find the two well-proportioned bedrooms, each filled with natural light. The primary bedroom, which easily accommodates a large furniture set, features two closets and elegant crown molding. For additional storage, there is a large cedar closet off the hall to serve the second bedroom. The hall bathroom features a space saving barn door, and has an impressive custom built reclaimed wood vanity with dual sinks, tile shower and bathtub combination, and a large window. Central air completes this fantastic residence. Steps from Passyunk Ave, and less than 2 blocks walk to the nearest stop of the Broad Street Subway line, this house is perfect for enjoying all of the fantastic restaurants Passyunk Square and South Philadelphia have to offer, while also being a quick commute downtown to Center City, or to the stadiums to catch a game. Watts Street, located between Mifflin and Moore Streets, is not a through street, so there is never any traffic on this quiet, well maintained block, where residents find parking easily. In the acclaimed Fanny Jackson Coppin elementary school district, rated in the top 3 in Philadelphia. Truly a must see home!
Coming soon 07/11
$389,900
1839 S Watts St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
2beds
1,267sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
588 Square Feet Lot
$440,700 Zestimate®
$308/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 4 days |
- 763 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lauren Pilla 215-609-6529,
Compass RE 2674358015
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2644334
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Level: Unspecified
Family room
- Level: Unspecified
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Office
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, 9'+ Ceilings
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,267
- Total interior livable area: 1,267 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 904
- Finished area below ground: 363
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 588 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 42.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 394642200
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Passyunk Crossing
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $308/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $394,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,523
- Date on market: 7/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$440,700
$410,000 - $476,000
$2,053/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2018 | Sold | $327,500-0.8%$258/sqft |
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| 5/1/2018 | Pending sale | $330,000$260/sqft |
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| 3/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $330,000$260/sqft |
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| 3/26/2018 | Pending sale | $330,000$260/sqft |
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| 2/22/2018 | Pending sale | $330,000$260/sqft |
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| 1/23/2018 | Price change | $330,000-2.9%$260/sqft |
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| 12/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $340,000$268/sqft |
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| 11/17/2017 | Listing removed | $340,000$268/sqft |
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| 10/23/2017 | Listed for sale | $340,000+124.4%$268/sqft |
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| 4/6/2017 | Sold | $151,500+1%$120/sqft |
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| 3/13/2017 | Pending sale | $150,000$118/sqft |
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| 3/10/2017 | Price change | $150,000-16.6%$118/sqft |
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| 3/4/2017 | Listed for sale | $179,900$142/sqft |
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| 3/1/2017 | Pending sale | $179,900$142/sqft |
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| 2/22/2017 | Price change | $179,900-5.3%$142/sqft |
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| 2/16/2017 | Price change | $189,900-5%$150/sqft |
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| 11/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $199,999+614.3%$158/sqft |
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| 12/22/2000 | Sold | $28,000+133.3%$22/sqft |
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| 2/11/1999 | Sold | $12,000$9/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,524 +7.2% | $394,600 +7.2% |
| 2024 | $5,153 | $368,100 |
| 2023 | $5,153 +52.6% | $368,100 |
| 2022 | $3,376 | -- |
| 2021 | $3,376 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,116 | -- |
| 2017 | $3,116 +32% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,361 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,361 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,361 +9.7% | $160,700 +2644.2% |
| 2012 | $2,153 | $5,856 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,856 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2002 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2000 | -- | $5,440 |
| 1999 | -- | $5,440 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: East Passyunk
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Fanny Jackson Coppin SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Furness Horace High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fanny Jackson Coppin
- 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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