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Pending
    • Price cut: $3K (8/17)
    $149,000

    208 S 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

    5beds
    --baths
    1,536sqft
    : 
    $1,052/mo
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    Duplex
    Built in 1925
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $97/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Full unfinished basement
    Spacious twin duplex multi-family located just minutes from University City. This well maintained property features large units with generous room sizes and separate utilities, making it ideal for both investors and owner occupants. Property includes a full unfinished basement with excellent potential for additional living space or possible 3rd unit conversion (buyer will be responsible for verifying zoning and approval) conveniently located near universities, hospitals, transportation, shopping and dining. Strong rental potential in a highly desirable area with continued growth and development property to be sold in as is condition building will be vacant at time of closing. The basement entrance is in the rear of the property. 24 hour notice for showing. Cash or Hard Money only!
    134 days
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Marisa Mango 215-485-8907,

    Mango & August Inc 2157271565

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2627128MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,536
      • Total interior livable area: 1,536 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,520 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19.00 x 80.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 603126200
      • Zoning: RM1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: Straight Thru
      • Property subtype: Duplex
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Other
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: No Septic System, Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $97/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $218,200
      • Annual tax amount: $3,054
      • Date on market: 5/30/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Listing terms: Cash,Private Financing Available
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/27/2026Pending sale$149,000$97/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627128 Report a problem
        8/17/2026Price change$149,000-2%$97/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627128 Report a problem
        8/10/2026Price change$152,000-4.9%$99/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627128 Report a problem
        6/19/2026Listed for sale$159,900$104/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627128 Report a problem
        6/16/2026Pending sale$159,900$104/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627128 Report a problem
        6/2/2026Listed for sale$159,900+190.7%$104/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2627128 Report a problem
        12/17/2005Sold$55,000+185%$36/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/26/1997Sold$19,300$13/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,054 +0.7%$218,200 +0.7%
        2024$3,032 $216,600
        2023$3,032 +128.7%$216,600
        2022$1,326 --
        2021$1,326 +3.8%--
        2018$1,277 --
        2017$1,277 +14.4%--
        2016$1,116 --
        2015$1,116 --
        2014$1,116 -0.1%$83,300 +1088.6%
        2012$1,116 $7,008
        2011-- $7,008
        2010-- $7,008
        2009-- $7,008
        2008-- $7,008
        2007-- $7,008 +7.4%
        2006-- $6,528
        2005-- $6,528
        2004-- $6,528 +10.3%
        2003-- $5,920 +15.6%
        2002-- $5,120 +16.8%
        2000-- $4,384
        1999-- $4,384
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek

        Getting around

        92 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        73 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        93 / 100
        Biker's Paradise

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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