Rare opportunity to own a THREE-STORY PROPERTY primed for transformation in a rapidly APPRECIATING NEIGHBORHOOD. This home offers incredible upside for investors, developers, or buyers eager to customize a space. With GREAT BONES, IMPRESSIVE CEILING HEIGHTS, AND SPACIOUS PROPORTIONS throughout, it provides the perfect foundation to create a modern luxury residence or high-value investment property. A REAR GARDEN adds outdoor potential, and there’s the added possibility of creating coveted OFF-STREET PARKING. Positioned in the thriving FRANCISVILLE / ART MUSEUM AREA, the location continues to see steady growth and new development. Enjoy convenient access to Temple University, Center City, and major employers, plus walkability to more than 30 restaurants, coffee shops, and everyday essentials including the nearby Giant supermarket. This is your chance to bring vision and creativity to a property with exceptional potential in one of the city’s most exciting neighborhoods.
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
1923 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
5beds
2,562sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1915
1,440 Square Feet Lot
$477,800 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$3,326 Estimated rent
Home value
$477,800
$454,000 - $502,000
$3,326/mo
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Great bonesThree-story propertyRear gardenImpressive ceiling heightsSpacious proportions throughout
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Listed by:
Nancy Alperin 215-620-0099,
MAXWELL REALTY COMPANY
Bought with:
Nancy Alperin, RM050817L
MAXWELL REALTY COMPANY
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2586926
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Hookup
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,562
- Total interior livable area: 2,562 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,562
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,440 sqft
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 80.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 291000600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru,Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Francisville
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $400,000-19.2%$156/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2586926 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2026 | Price change | $495,000-16.8%$193/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2586926 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $595,000+20.2%$232/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2586926 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2026 | Listing removed | $495,000$193/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2559490 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $495,000+16.5%$193/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2559490 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Listing removed | $425,000$166/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2338236 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Pending sale | $425,000$166/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2338236 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2338236 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2024 | Pending sale | $425,000+608.3%$166/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2338236 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2001 | Sold | $60,000$23/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,032 +7.6% | $573,800 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $7,464 | $533,200 |
| 2023 | $7,464 +5.6% | $533,200 |
| 2022 | $7,070 | -- |
| 2021 | $7,070 +3.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $6,842 +8.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $6,282 +91.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,283 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,283 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,283 +4.5% | $264,500 +2884% |
| 2012 | $3,142 | $8,864 |
| 2011 | -- | $8,864 |
| 2010 | -- | $8,864 |
| 2009 | -- | $8,864 |
| 2008 | -- | $8,864 +20.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $7,357 |
| 2006 | -- | $7,357 |
| 2005 | -- | $7,357 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,357 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $6,688 +14.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,856 +22% |
| 2000 | -- | $4,800 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Francisville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bache-Martin SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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