Well-located West Philadelphia duplex offering a functional up-and-down layout and solid structure. The property features one 2BR/1BA unit and one 1BR/1BA unit, with gas and electric separately metered. Currently owner-occupied and in average condition, the home includes hardwood flooring and traditional living and dining areas. The property will benefit from general updating and cosmetic improvements, presenting a strong value-add opportunity for buyers or investors. Conveniently located near public transportation, major roadways, schools, shopping, and neighborhood amenities.
Sold for $127,000
$127,000
205 S 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
2baths
2,014sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$127,600 Zestimate®
$63/sqft
$1,503 Estimated rent
Home value
$127,600
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Functional up-and-down layoutHardwood flooring
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Listed by:
Derek Greene 860-560-1006,
The Greene Realty Group
Bought with:
NON MEMBER, 0225194075
Non Subscribing Office
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2572878
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Other, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,014
- Total interior livable area: 2,014 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 60.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 602191700
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry, Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Philadelphia
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $63/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $218,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,057
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: Duplex Featuring One 2br / 1ba Unit And One 1br / 1ba Unit. Up-and-down Layout. Gas And Electric Are Separately Metered. Both Units Will Be Delivered Vacant At Settlement.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Sold | $127,000-22.6%$63/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2572878 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Pending sale | $164,000$81/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2572878 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Price change | $164,000-0.6%$81/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2572878 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $165,000$82/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2572878 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hamilton Andrew SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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