Welcome to 1942 S 56th Street, a beautifully renovated home that blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates in the heart of Kingsessing. Step inside to a bright, inviting main level featuring warm hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace that anchors the living space, along with a convenient first-floor half bath perfect for guests. The heart of the home is the fully remodeled kitchen, updated with fresh finishes and functional design that make everyday cooking and entertaining a pleasure. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms offer flexible living for families, roommates, or a home office setup, complemented by an updated full bathroom. The lower level offers additional flexible space, including a rec room with an electric fireplace, an additional bonus room, and a full bathroom — along with direct backyard access for added everyday convenience. The fenced private backyard beyond offers a peaceful retreat for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply unwinding after a long day. Situated in the heart of the 19143 zip code on the border of Kingsessing and Southwest Philadelphia, this home keeps you effortlessly connected — just steps from trolley lines for an easy commute to University City and Center City, with easy access to Bartram's Garden, local parks, and the shops and restaurants along Woodland and Baltimore Avenues. Plenty of on-street parking rounds out the convenience this location has to offer. Offering three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a versatile lower-level rec space, and quality updates throughout, this move-in-ready home is a rare find for owner-occupants and investors alike. Schedule your tour today.
Under contract
$255,000
1942 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
4beds
1,271sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
896 Square Feet Lot
$252,400 Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceFresh finishesFunctional designAdditional bonus roomConvenient first-floor half bathFenced private backyardFully remodeled kitchen
- 45 days
- 377
- 38
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jim Roche 215-714-9539,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: Rarity Real Estate, Co-Listing Team: Rarity Real Estate,Co-Listing Agent: Darwin Campoverde 860-814-7558,
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2663688
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 375
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,271
- Total interior livable area: 1,271 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 896
- Finished area below ground: 375
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 896 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
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kingsessing
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $102,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,436
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$252,400
$240,000 - $265,000
$1,961/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Contingent | $255,000$201/sqft |
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| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $255,000-5.6%$201/sqft |
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| 8/20/2026 | Listing removed | $270,000$212/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $270,000$212/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Contingent | $270,000$212/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $270,000-1.8%$212/sqft |
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| 4/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000$216/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Contingent | $275,000$216/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000-3.5%$216/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Listing removed | $285,000$224/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $285,000+256.3%$224/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Sold | $80,000-72.4%$63/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $290,000+262.5%$228/sqft |
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| 10/27/2025 | Sold | $80,000-20%$63/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Contingent | $100,000$79/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Price change | $100,000-13%$79/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $115,000$90/sqft |
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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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