1842 Christian Street presents a strong value-add opportunity in the heart of Graduate Hospital, one of Philadelphia’s most desirable and consistently high-performing neighborhoods. Surrounded by solid comparable sales and ongoing development, the property is well positioned for a successful renovation or end-user customization—further supported by the recent sale of the highly comparable 1840 Christian Street for over $1.2M. Currently configured as a 4-bedroom, 1-bath home, the property offers a spacious traditional layout with generous living and dining areas, along with a rear kitchen footprint that can be thoughtfully reimagined. Existing hardwood flooring and original architectural details provide a great foundation to build upon. The home has been maintained with key systems in place, offering a more straightforward improvement path focused on cosmetic updates and modernization. The deep basement provides additional potential for finished living space, while the rear yard adds flexibility and outdoor appeal. Being sold as-is, this is an excellent opportunity for investors or buyers looking to add value in a prime location just minutes from Center City, Rittenhouse Square, and some of Philadelphia’s best dining and neighborhood amenities.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (5/11)
$525,000
1842 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
4beds
1,895sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1915
1,207 Square Feet Lot
$511,500 Zestimate®
$277/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rear yardDeep basementOriginal architectural detailsKey systems in placeSpacious traditional layoutExisting hardwood flooring
- 105 days |
- 361 |
- 10 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andre Quain 215-500-9180,
KW Empower 215-627-3500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2597702
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,895
- Total interior livable area: 1,895 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,895
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,207 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 71.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 301193100
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Graduate Hospital
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $277/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $519,400
- Annual tax amount: $7,270
- Date on market: 3/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$511,500
$486,000 - $537,000
$2,850/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $525,000-4.5%$277/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+1796.6%$290/sqft |
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| 2/26/2003 | Sold | $29,000-3.3%$15/sqft |
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| 9/24/2002 | Sold | $30,000$16/sqft |
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| 6/21/2002 | Sold | $30,000-48.3%$16/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/1997 | Sold | $58,000$31/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,271 +28.2% | $519,400 +28.2% |
| 2024 | $5,671 | $405,100 |
| 2023 | $5,671 +19.7% | $405,100 |
| 2022 | $4,738 | -- |
| 2021 | $4,738 -2.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $4,849 | -- |
| 2017 | $4,849 +28% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,789 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,789 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,789 +4.5% | $270,700 +1784% |
| 2012 | $3,627 | $14,368 |
| 2011 | -- | $14,368 |
| 2010 | -- | $14,368 |
| 2009 | -- | $14,368 |
| 2008 | -- | $14,368 |
| 2007 | -- | $14,368 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $13,376 |
| 2005 | -- | $13,376 |
| 2004 | -- | $13,376 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $12,160 |
| 2002 | -- | $12,160 +9.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $11,136 +154% |
| 1999 | -- | $4,384 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Graduate Hospital
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Edwin M Stanton SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10South Philadelphia High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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- Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia County
- Philadelphia
- 19146
- Graduate Hospital
- 1842 Christian St







