Fall in love at first step—1943 S Hicks Street puts the best of Newbold right outside your door. This updated three-bedroom home blends classic South Philly charm—brick façade, restored cornice—with an open interior featuring wide-plank hardwoods and custom built-ins. The kitchen offers updated finishes, a farmhouse sink, and opens to a private rear yard with raised garden beds—ideal for morning coffee or easy entertaining. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and a bath mix vintage character with modern touches. Step outside and you’re moments from South Philly Tap Room, Ultimo Coffee, Second District Brewing, and the South Philly Food Co-op. East Passyunk Avenue’s award-winning restaurants are just two blocks away, and both the Tasker/Morris and Snyder Broad Street Line stops are within easy reach for a quick commute to Center City. A location-and-lifestyle home, through and through.
Sold for $355,000
$355,000
1943 S Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19145
3beds
968sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
686 Square Feet Lot
$355,300 Zestimate®
$367/sqft
$1,734 Estimated rent
Home value
$355,300
$338,000 - $373,000
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Custom built-insPrivate rear yardFarmhouse sinkOpen interiorRestored corniceRaised garden bedsWide-plank hardwoods
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Meredith Chatot 215-622-6667,
Compass RE,
Co-Listing Agent: Marc Silver 215-460-5376,
Compass RE
Bought with:
Peter Brooks, RS355487
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2607818
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 12
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 8
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 8
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Unspecified
Family room
- Level: Unspecified
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 26
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Water Treat System, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Energy Efficient
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 968
- Total interior livable area: 968 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 968
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 686 sqft
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 49.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 481174100
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Newbold
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA 203(b)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Sold | $355,000+6%$367/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2607818 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Contingent | $335,000$346/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2607818 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $335,000+39.6%$346/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2607818 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2283168 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,795$2/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2283168 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2014 | Sold | $240,000+140.2%$248/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2008 | Sold | $99,900$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,262 +23.4% | $304,500 +23.4% |
| 2024 | $3,455 | $246,800 |
| 2023 | $3,455 +44.8% | $246,800 |
| 2022 | $2,385 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,385 -25.1% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,185 +21.3% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,625 +255.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $738 | -- |
| 2015 | $738 | -- |
| 2014 | $738 +4.5% | $82,700 +1102% |
| 2012 | $706 | $6,880 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,880 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,880 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,880 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,880 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,880 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $6,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $6,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $6,400 |
| 1999 | -- | $6,400 |
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Neighborhood: Newbold
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Girard Stephen SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Mcdaniel Delaplaine SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10South Philadelphia High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 0.2 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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