OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS ON EAST ORLEANS STREET! Bring your design vision to this classic 2-story Philadelphia rowhouse located on a desirable block in the Kensington/Richmond area. Featuring a traditional straight-thru layout, the main level offers a large space with a first floor bedroom from the front living area directly into the kitchen, maximizing every square inch of space. This property requires renovation and updates throughout, presenting an exceptional blank canvas for a savvy investor looking to add a strong asset to their portfolio, or an ambitious buyer eager to build sweat equity. Daily errands are easily walkable, and commuting is simple with quick access to I-95 and the Market-Frankford El line into Center City. Enjoy living just minutes from the popular dining, shopping, and nightlife in Fishtown, Port Richmond, and Kensington. Property is being sold in as-is condition. Schedule your showing today to see the endless potential!
For sale
Price cut: $500 (9/24)
$99,500
2003 E Orleans St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
4beds
1,378sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
1,472 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$72/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 35 days
- 131
- 13
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Giang Emerich 267-334-5720,
Mercury Real Estate Group (215) 462-5100
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2664648
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,378
- Total interior livable area: 1,378 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,378
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,472 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 96.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 252171000
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kensington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $72/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $108,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,518
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,661/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $99,500-0.5%$72/sqft |
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| 9/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $100,000$73/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,550 +9.6% | $110,700 +9.6% |
| 2024 | $1,414 | $101,000 |
| 2023 | $1,414 +94.2% | $101,000 |
| 2022 | $728 | -- |
| 2021 | $728 +7.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $676 +481.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $116 -54.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $256 | -- |
| 2015 | $256 | -- |
| 2014 | $256 | $48,300 +826% |
| 2012 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2006 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2002 | -- | $5,216 |
| 2000 | -- | $5,216 +11.6% |
| 1999 | -- | $4,672 |
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Neighborhood: Richmond
Nearby schools
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.






