For sale

$217,000

2040 N Franklin St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

5beds

1,881sqft

$1,368/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1969

949 Square Feet Lot

$237,600 Zestimate^®

$115/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Welcome to 2040 N Franklin Street, a spacious property offering plenty of potential in Philadelphia’s Hartranft neighborhood. This home is ideal for an owner-occupant looking for a large property to update and make their own through some sweat equity, or an investor seeking to add another property to their portfolio. Previously used as a duplex, the property is currently configured as a single-family residence and offers flexible space with numerous possibilities. Conveniently located near Temple University, Center City, public transportation, shopping, and major highways. Buyers are responsible for completing their own due diligence regarding zoning, permitted use, and the feasibility of any future conversion.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Other, Electric

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater

Features

Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,881
Total interior livable area: 1,881 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,881
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Three
Stories: 3
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 949 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 202069800
Zoning: RM1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Other
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Other

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1969

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Hartranft

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $115/sqft
Tax assessed value: $317,000
Annual tax amount: $4,437
Date on market: 8/26/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$237,600

$211,000 - $264,000

$2,082/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/26/2026	Listed for sale	$217,000+66.9%$115/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2662918 Report a problem
7/12/2024	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
6/21/2024	Listed for rent	$2,000+11.1%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
7/29/2020	Listing removed	$1,800$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
7/15/2020	Listed for rent	$1,800$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
5/25/2020	Listing removed	$1,800$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
12/29/2019	Price change	$1,800+5.9%$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
12/27/2019	Listed for rent	$1,700+6.3%$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
5/9/2019	Listing removed	$1,600$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
2/4/2019	Listed for rent	$1,600$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
4/17/2018	Listing removed	$1,600$1/sqft
Source: Real Estate Management Advisors LLC Report a problem
12/19/2017	Price change	$1,600-11.1%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
12/4/2017	Price change	$1,800+12.5%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
11/4/2017	Listed for rent	$1,600$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
6/1/2016	Sold	$130,000-13.3%$69/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/5/2015	Price change	$149,900-0.1%$80/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Access #6669336 Report a problem
10/8/2015	Price change	$150,000-14.3%$80/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Access #6619239 Report a problem
9/15/2015	Price change	$175,000-5.4%$93/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Access #6619239 Report a problem
8/20/2015	Price change	$185,000-7%$98/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Access #6619239 Report a problem
7/31/2015	Listed for sale	$199,000-9.5%$106/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Access #6619239 Report a problem
6/28/2015	Listing removed	$219,900$117/sqft
Source: Access #6517048 Report a problem
3/17/2015	Price change	$219,900-8.3%$117/sqft
Source: RE/MAX ACCESS #6517048 Report a problem
2/7/2015	Price change	$239,900+43.7%$128/sqft
Source: RE/MAX ACCESS #6517048 Report a problem
11/24/2014	Price change	$167,000-7.2%$89/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
10/10/2014	Listed for sale	$180,000+620%$96/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
5/10/2006	Sold	$25,000$13/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,437 +155.2%	$317,000 +155.2%
2024	$1,739	$124,200
2023	$1,739 -20.2%	$124,200
2022	$2,179	--
2021	$2,179	--
2018	$2,179	--
2017	$2,179 +128.3%	--
2016	$955	--
2015	$955	--
2014	$955	$68,200 +1676%
2012	--	$3,840
2011	--	$3,840
2010	--	$3,840
2009	--	$3,840
2008	--	$3,840
2007	--	$3,840 +7.1%
2006	--	$3,584
2005	--	$3,584
2004	--	$3,584
2003	--	$3,584 +64.7%
2002	--	$2,176 +106.1%
2000	--	$1,056
1999	--	$1,056