This spacious West Oak Lane townhome presents a rare opportunity to build equity through renovation and some repair in today's competitive market. Featuring a patio, a generous living space, and solid architectural details, the home is ready for a new owner's vision and updates. The main level offers a bright Living Room highlighted by a large bay window, a vented gas fireplace, and parquet hardwood flooring that flows into the formal Dining Room. The home features an accessibility elevator that provides convenient access from the lower level to the first floor. Upstairs, the second floor includes a spacious four-piece bathroom with both a separate shower and soaking tub. There are 3 spacious rooms on the second floor. The finished lower level features glass block windows that allow abundant natural light into the Family Room, along with a second gas fireplace for added comfort during the colder months and a full, accessible bathroom. Showings to begin 6/26/26 The property is being sold AS-IS and will require repairs and renovations; it is priced accordingly. Washer/Dryer included in AS_IS Condition and will not be removed. This is an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or owner-occupants looking to customize a home to their own tastes while adding value.
Sold for $151,000
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$151,000
1983 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA 19138
3beds
1,992sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1930
1,295 Square Feet Lot
$151,000 Zestimate®
$76/sqft
$1,949 Estimated rent
Home value
$151,000
$143,000 - $159,000
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Vented gas fireplaceAccessibility elevatorSoaking tubFamily roomAbundant natural lightFull accessible bathroomSolid architectural details
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lacenia Bridges 267-481-5091,
Realty Mark Associates-CC
Bought with:
mike nijim, RS343270
Realty Mark Cityscape-Huntingdon Valley
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2637354
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Dining Area, Elevator, Kitchen - Galley
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Basement: Finished,Full,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Double Sided, Glass Doors, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,992
- Total interior livable area: 1,992 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,332
- Finished area below ground: 660
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Roll-in Shower, Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,295 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 70.00
- Features: Front Yard, Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 101398200
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Oak Lane
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $76/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $201,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,826
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA 203(k)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Sold | $151,000-11.1%$76/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2637354 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2026 | Pending sale | $169,900$85/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2637354 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,900+38.1%$85/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2637354 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2009 | Sold | $123,000$62/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,826 +17.2% | $201,900 +17.2% |
| 2024 | $2,410 | $172,200 |
| 2023 | $2,410 +34.1% | $172,200 |
| 2022 | $1,797 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,797 -4.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,877 +42.5% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,317 +10.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,194 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,194 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,194 +4.5% | $115,300 +676.5% |
| 2012 | $1,143 | $14,848 |
| 2011 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2010 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2009 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2008 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2007 | -- | $14,848 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $13,824 |
| 2005 | -- | $13,824 |
| 2004 | -- | $13,824 |
| 2003 | -- | $13,824 +11.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $12,448 +7.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $11,552 +9.4% |
| 1999 | -- | $10,560 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: West Oak Lane
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Rowen William SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Wagner Gen Louis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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Estimated market value
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- Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia County
- Philadelphia
- 19138
- West Oak Lane
- 1983 Sterling St
