For sale

$225,000

188 E Essex Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050

3beds

1,503sqft

$1,581/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1925

2,178 Square Feet Lot

$224,700 Zestimate^®

$150/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Updated bathroomsSpacious bedrooms

Welcome to 188 E Essex Ave in the desirable Lansdowne area! This beautifully updated and move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2 full-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. The first and second floors have been fully renovated with modern updates and quality finishes, creating a fresh and inviting living space. The home also features a partial basement providing additional storage space or potential for future use. Enjoy spacious bedrooms, updated bathrooms, and a layout designed for comfortable everyday living. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, public transportation, and major highways. This home is truly ready for its next owner—schedule your showing today and make 188 E Essex Ave your new home!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Hot Water, Natural Gas

Cooling

Wall Unit(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater

Features

Basement: Partially Finished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,503
Total interior livable area: 1,503 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,503
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Basement, Attached, Off Street
Attached garage spaces: 1

Accessibility

Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 2,178 Square Feet
Dimensions: 23.00 x 87.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 23000108100
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Other
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Asbestos
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1925

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None Available

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lansdowne
Municipality: LANSDOWNE BORO

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $150/sqft
Tax assessed value: $94,040
Annual tax amount: $4,210
Date on market: 7/26/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$224,700

$213,000 - $236,000

$2,235/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/26/2026	Listed for sale	$225,000+136.8%$150/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PADE2120466 Report a problem
11/21/2017	Sold	$95,000$63/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/2/2017	Pending sale	$95,000$63/sqft
Source: Philly South #1000383541 Report a problem
10/24/2017	Listed for sale	$95,000$63/sqft
Source: Philly South #1000383541 Report a problem
10/11/2017	Pending sale	$95,000$63/sqft
Source: Philly South #7051372 Report a problem
9/12/2017	Listed for sale	$95,000+216.7%$63/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Philly #7051372 Report a problem
10/21/2016	Sold	$30,000-9.1%$20/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/27/2016	Sold	$33,000+10.4%$22/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/3/2016	Price change	$29,900-46.5%$20/sqft
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy #6731846 Report a problem
4/23/2016	Price change	$55,900-5.3%$37/sqft
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy #6731846 Report a problem
2/26/2016	Price change	$59,000-1.7%$39/sqft
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy #6731846 Report a problem
12/5/2015	Price change	$60,000-14.2%$40/sqft
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy #6634304 Report a problem
10/24/2015	Price change	$69,900-12.5%$47/sqft
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy #6634304 Report a problem
10/10/2015	Price change	$79,900-5.9%$53/sqft
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy #6634304 Report a problem
8/28/2015	Listed for sale	$84,900+749%$56/sqft
Source: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy #6634304 Report a problem
5/2/2014	Listing removed	--
Source: Auction.com Report a problem
4/9/2014	Price change	$10,000-33.3%$7/sqft
Source: Auction.com Report a problem
4/5/2014	Listed for sale	$15,000+401.3%$10/sqft
Source: Auction.com Report a problem
3/11/2014	Sold	$2,992-97.1%$2/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/3/2012	Listing removed	$102,000$68/sqft
Source: Philadelphia Regional Realty, LLC #5935309 Report a problem
8/17/2011	Listed for sale	$102,000-16.4%$68/sqft
Source: Philadelphia Regional Realty, LLC #5935309 Report a problem
10/5/2006	Sold	$122,000$81/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$4,210 +6.9%	$94,040
2025	$3,940 +1.8%	$94,040
2024	$3,872 +4.9%	$94,040
2023	$3,691 +2%	$94,040
2022	$3,619 -1%	$94,040
2021	$3,655 +986.7%	$94,040 +52.7%
2020	$336 -91.5%	$61,590
2019	$3,971 +1.7%	$61,590
2018	$3,904 +1054.9%	$61,590
2017	$338 -2%	$61,590
2016	$345	$61,590
2015	$345 +2%	$61,590
2014	$338 +2.8%	$61,590
2013	$329 +2.8%	$61,590
2012	$320 +0.3%	$61,590
2011	$319 +2%	$61,590
2010	$313 +7.5%	$61,590
2009	$291 -10.9%	$61,590
2008	$327 +19.1%	$61,590
2007	$274	$61,590
2006	$274	$61,590
2005	$274	$61,590
2004	$274 +8.5%	$61,590
2003	$253 +7.9%	$61,590
2002	$234	$61,590
2000	$234	$61,590