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

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.

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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

$2,096/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/18/2026	Sold	$101,000+21.7%$78/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/21/2017	Sold	$83,000-7.7%$64/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/20/2017	Listed for sale	$89,900+79.8%$69/sqft
Source: Urban Realty Corporation #7071839 Report a problem
10/6/2017	Sold	$50,000$39/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

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