Welcome to 1942 S 56th Street. This is a beautifully renovated 4 bedroom 2.5 bath. Upon entering, you will walk into an inviting open floor living area with hard wood floors throughout and an electric fireplace along with a powder room for guests. Head into your new kitchen with all brand new stainless steel appliances and a beautiful island great for entertaining. Upstairs you will find 3 nice sized bedrooms and a full bath. In the basement, enjoy another living space with an electric fireplace, full bath, laundry and your fourth bedroom. Great to use as a in law suite or even a man cave. There is also a walk out to the private backyard from the basement. This house has brand new central cooling and heating. Close to public transportation and easy access to Center City! Schedule a showing today!
Under contract
Price cut: $5K (6/2)
$270,000
1942 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
4beds
1,496sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
871 Square Feet Lot
$268,800 Zestimate®
$180/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Electric fireplacePowder room for guestsHardwood floors throughout
- 102 days |
- 349 |
- 39 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donnell Evans 267-908-1289,
HomeSmart Nexus Realty Group - Blue Bell 2159097355
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2600006
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 600
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,496
- Total interior livable area: 1,496 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 896
- Finished area below ground: 600
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 871 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 47.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 514223700
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: AirLite
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: University City
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $180/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $95,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,335
- Date on market: 3/26/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$268,800
$255,000 - $282,000
$2,299/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Contingent | $270,000$180/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2600006 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $270,000-1.8%$180/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2600006 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000$184/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2600006 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Contingent | $275,000$184/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2600006 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000-3.5%$184/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2600006 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Listing removed | $285,000$191/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2566804 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $285,000+256.3%$191/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2566804 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2026 | Sold | $80,000-72.4%$53/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $290,000+262.5%$194/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2566804 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Sold | $80,000-20%$53/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2540928 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Contingent | $100,000$67/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2540928 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Price change | $100,000-13%$67/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $115,000$77/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2540928 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,335 +47.4% | $95,400 +47.4% |
| 2024 | $906 | $64,700 |
| 2023 | $906 +28.4% | $64,700 |
| 2022 | $706 | -- |
| 2021 | $706 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $651 +34.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $482 +61.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $298 | -- |
| 2015 | $298 | -- |
| 2014 | $298 | $36,000 +406.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2007 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2006 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2005 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,104 |
| 2003 | -- | $7,104 +54.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,608 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,608 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,608 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Southwest Schuylkill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mitchell El SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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