Welcome 1842 South 4th St, a newly renovated 2 bedroom 2.5 bath home in one of the most beloved and convenient corners of South Philadelphia; sitting conveniently at the junction between Wharton, East Passyunk, and Pennsport. A total renovation just completed this week, this spacious 1,212 above-grade square footage home was carefully remodeled with style and functional use of space as top priorities. Enter into the bright and airy living room with extra wide bay windows, notice the exposed brick walls and the natural grain solid hardwood floors. The spacious 15ft x 55ft property lot provides ample width and space for separate living room and dining room areas on the first floor as well as a very large eat-in galley kitchen. This sizable gourmet kitchen is complete with coat closet, floor to ceiling pantry cabinet storage and a built-in breakfast nook with storage benches and overhead pendant lighting for extra cozy dining space. Shaker cabinets and quartz countertop on both sides create ample storage and preparation space, also with a butcher’s block prep corner and stylish floating shelving in the rear. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances including double door fridge, dishwasher, built-in microwave, electric oven, range and undermount sink. A convenient half bath on the first floor off of the dining room allows for added comfort and amenities as well. Exit to the rear to your bright and spacious and private patio with plenty of room for outdoor cooking and entertaining. Head upstairs to find the bedrooms and a fully remodeled bathroom on the hall with contemporary vertical tiling, quartz sink top and soaking tub. Don’t miss this built in linen nook behind the bathroom door! The primary owner’s suite is at the front with dual closets and a private en-suite bathroom complete with glass enclosed shower stall, vertical tile surrounds, and twin vanity. While heading back to view the 2nd bedroom in the rear (also with full-size closet) take note of the dual zone hvac system with thermostat on the 2nd floor, providing efficient comfort and cost saving capabilities on both levels. Wait, there’s more! Head down to the fully finished basement totaling 545 extra finished square feet of comfort (Total 1,757 finished square footage).There you’ll also find the front loading washer and dryer. Schedule your tour today and make this home yours. Property Tax details are automatically generated. Buyers and their agents are responsible for verifying the most current property tax details.
Sold for $405,000
$405,000
1842 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
2beds
1,757sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
818 Square Feet Lot
$411,100 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$2,257 Estimated rent
Home value
$411,100
$374,000 - $452,000
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Private patioFully finished basementLarge eat-in galley kitchenFully remodeled bathroomDual zone hvac systemExposed brick wallsBuilt-in breakfast nook
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Listed by:
Maurice McCarthy 631-848-7617,
OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia
Bought with:
Ted Clair, RS362778
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2480110
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 95.0
- Area: 605
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Zoned, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Heat Pump, Multi Units, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Lower Level, Washer In Unit
Features
- Air Filter System, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Flat, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Galley, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient, Insulated Windows, Replacement, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,817
- Total interior livable area: 1,757 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,212
- Finished area below ground: 545
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Public, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Play Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 818 sqft
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 55.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 011436100
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Cabin/Lodge,Straight Thru,Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry, Brick, Brick Front, Concrete, CPVC/PVC, Lead Plumbing, Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Wharton
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional,FHA,PHFA,Private Financing Available,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2025 | Sold | $405,000-2.4%$231/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2480110 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2025 | Contingent | $415,000$236/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2480110 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $415,000+93%$236/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2480110 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2024 | Sold | $215,000-15.4%$122/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2362388 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2024 | Pending sale | $254,000$145/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2362388 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2024 | Price change | $254,000-3.8%$145/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2362388 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2024 | Price change | $264,000-1.9%$150/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2362388 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $269,000$153/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2356420 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,777 +15.1% | $269,800 +15.1% |
| 2024 | $3,281 | $234,400 |
| 2023 | $3,281 +18.9% | $234,400 |
| 2022 | $2,759 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,759 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,546 | -- |
| 2017 | $2,546 +39.7% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,823 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,823 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,823 -13.3% | $156,900 +2701.8% |
| 2012 | $2,102 | $5,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,600 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2002 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2000 | -- | $5,216 |
| 1999 | -- | $5,216 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Dickinson Narrows
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Vare-Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Furness Horace High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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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Estimated market value
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