Welcome to 2109 Melvin Street. Located in the Wynnefield section of Philadelphia, this brick 2‑story rowhome offers 3 bedrooms and 1.1 bathrooms. The property features a rear deck, providing additional outdoor space and functional value for future use. This desirable location offers close proximity to City Avenue, Saint Joseph’s University, Fairmount Park, shopping, and multiple transit options—making it a strong opportunity for investors seeking rental potential or long‑term repositioning. This is a drive‑by viewing only. DO NOT WALK THE PROPERTY OR DISTURB OCCUPANTS. Home is being sold as‑is, site unseen, with occupants in place.
Foreclosure
$230,000
2109 Melvin St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
3beds
1,298sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,293 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rear deck
- 35 days |
- 221 |
- 9 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lee M Abrams 215-813-7242,
Higgins & Welch Real Estate, Inc. 2152475000,
Co-Listing Agent: Edward A Welch Iii 610-331-7655,
Higgins & Welch Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2628240
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,298
- Total interior livable area: 1,298 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,298
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Basement, Garage Faces Rear, Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,293 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 81.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 522246500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Wynnefield
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $190,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,668
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,504/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Sold | $101,000+21.7%$78/sqft |
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| 11/21/2017 | Sold | $83,000-7.7%$64/sqft |
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| 10/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $89,900+79.8%$69/sqft |
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| 10/6/2017 | Sold | $50,000$39/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,668 +95.9% | $190,600 +95.9% |
| 2024 | $1,362 | $97,300 |
| 2023 | $1,362 +41.2% | $97,300 |
| 2022 | $964 | -- |
| 2021 | $964 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $929 | -- |
| 2017 | $929 -17.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,126 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,126 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,126 | $84,000 +468.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2011 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2010 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2009 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2008 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2007 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2006 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2005 | -- | $14,784 |
| 2004 | -- | $14,784 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $13,440 +7.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $12,544 +11.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $11,232 +14.7% |
| 1999 | -- | $9,792 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Wynnefield
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Gompers Samuel SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 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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