Welcome to this move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath rowhome located in the heart of East Kensington, just minutes from Fishtown, Northern Liberties, and Center City Philadelphia. The main level features living and dining area with updated flooring, fresh neutral paint, and a convenient first-floor powder room. The kitchen offers maintained cabinet space and direct access to the rear yard—perfect for grilling, entertaining, or creating your own outdoor retreat. Upstairs, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full hall bathroom. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking to build equity or an investor seeking a rental opportunity, this home offers exceptional value in one of Philadelphia's fastest-growing neighborhoods. Conveniently located near public transportation, I-95, neighborhood parks, local coffee shops, restaurants, and all the shopping and nightlife that Fishtown and East Kensington have to offer. Don't miss your opportunity to own an affordable home in a location that continues to see strong growth and demand.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (10/2)
$189,900
1918 E Firth St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
2beds
820sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1875
786 Square Feet Lot
$185,400 Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Living and dining areaConvenient first-floor powder roomFresh neutral paintUpdated flooringFull hall bathroomMaintained cabinet spaceTwo comfortable bedrooms
- 97 days
- 271
- 33
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Edward G Rogers 267-231-7212,
Honest Real Estate (215) 904-6001
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2643046
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Table Space
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 786 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 66.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 314045000
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
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: $232/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $213,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,994
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$185,400
$176,000 - $195,000
$1,812/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Price change | $189,900-5%$232/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2643046 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900+90.4%$244/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2643046 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2018 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2011 | Listing removed | $104,999$128/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Elite #5722094 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2010 | Listed for sale | $104,999+200%$128/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Elite #5722094 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2010 | Sold | $35,000-12.3%$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2009 | Price change | $39,900-20%$49/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Eastern, Inc. #5606476 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2009 | Listed for sale | $49,900+232.7%$61/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Eastern, Inc. #5606476 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2009 | Sold | $15,000-72.7%$18/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2009 | Listed for sale | $54,900$67/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Eastern, Inc. #5606476 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,994 +26.6% | $213,900 +26.6% |
| 2024 | $2,364 | $168,900 |
| 2023 | $2,364 +37.9% | $168,900 |
| 2022 | $1,715 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,715 +7.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,592 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,592 +58.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,006 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,006 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,006 +21.3% | $61,900 +2025.7% |
| 2012 | $829 | $2,912 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,912 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,912 |
| 2009 | -- | $2,912 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,912 |
| 2007 | -- | $2,912 +7.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,720 |
| 2005 | -- | $2,720 |
| 2004 | -- | $2,720 -29.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $3,840 -11.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,320 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,320 +12.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $3,840 |
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Neighborhood: East Kensington
Nearby schools
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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