Updated Rowhome with Versatile Layout, Front Porch & Great Location! Why rent when you can own? This home is located in an area that qualifies for Philadelphia first-time homebuyer grant programs, making ownership more affordable often with a monthly payment comparable to rent. Welcome to 2009 E Birch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 , a beautifully maintained and updated 4-bedroom, 1½-bath rowhome offering comfort, flexibility, and great value. This home features a partially new roof, brand-new kitchen appliances, and even includes a one-year home warranty, giving you peace of mind from day one. The layout is both practical and versatile, with three spacious bedrooms upstairs and a fourth bedroom on the main level, perfect for guests, a home office, or additional living space. This room also connects to a private rear patio, ideal for relaxing outdoors. Each room is equipped with ceiling fans for added comfort and efficiency. The unfinished basement provides excellent storage space and offers potential for future customization based on your needs. In the front, enjoy a large sunny porch, perfect for morning coffee, relaxing evenings, or entertaining guests. Located in an up-and-coming area, this home offers incredible convenience. You’re just minutes from public transportation, including the Route 5 bus and the Market-Frankford Line (the “L”), providing easy access to Center City. You can even walk or take a short ride to nearby Fishtown, known for its great restaurants, cafes, and nightlife. Shopping is just as easy with Aramingo shopping centers close by everything you need is truly minutes away. With its updates, flexible layout, outdoor spaces, and prime location, 2009 E Birch Street is a fantastic opportunity for both homeowners and investors.
For sale
$199,900
2009 E Birch St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
4beds
1,000sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
871 Square Feet Lot
$196,900 Zestimate®
$200/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially new roofLarge sunny porchThree spacious bedrooms upstairsOutdoor spacesBrand-new kitchen appliances
- 9 days
- 336
- 55
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Doron Kamhaji 504-428-8966,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. (215) 654-5900
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2676098
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 871 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 252149400
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Harrowgate
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $200/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $106,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,489
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,PHFA,VA Loan,USDA Loan,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 18000
Estimated market value
$196,900
$187,000 - $207,000
$1,619/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900-2.4%$200/sqft |
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| 9/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,725+3%$2/sqft |
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| 9/19/2026 | Listing removed | $1,675$2/sqft |
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| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $1,675-1.5%$2/sqft |
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| 8/25/2026 | Price change | $1,700-1.4%$2/sqft |
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| 8/15/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,725$2/sqft |
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| 8/15/2026 | Listing removed | $1,725$2/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,725$2/sqft |
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| 7/6/2026 | Listing removed | $1,725$2/sqft |
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| 6/13/2026 | Listing removed | $204,900$205/sqft |
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| 6/7/2026 | Price change | $204,900-2%$205/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,725$2/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Price change | $209,000-2.7%$209/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $214,900+144.2%$215/sqft |
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| 8/8/2025 | Sold | $88,000+3.5%$88/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $85,000$85/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Contingent | $85,000$85/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $85,000+146.4%$85/sqft |
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| 10/21/2003 | Sold | $34,500$35/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,319 +41.2% | $94,200 +41.2% |
| 2024 | $934 | $66,700 |
| 2023 | $934 +26.8% | $66,700 |
| 2022 | $736 | -- |
| 2021 | $736 +7.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $685 -85.7% | -- |
| 2017 | $4,778 | -- |
| 2016 | $4,778 | -- |
| 2015 | $4,778 | -- |
| 2014 | $4,778 +1786.6% | $48,900 +582.2% |
| 2012 | $253 | $7,168 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2007 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2006 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2005 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,168 |
| 2003 | -- | $7,168 +21.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,888 |
| 2000 | -- | $5,888 +11.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $5,280 |
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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.






