Welcome to 2162 Princeton Ave, a solid all-brick row home in the heart of Northeast Philadelphia, featuring a rare extended oversized front lawn that adds curb appeal and extra outdoor space. The property also offers private rear parking, a highly desirable feature in the area. This well-maintained home is conveniently located close to Macy’s Mall, schools, and major supermarkets, providing easy access to shopping, dining, and daily essentials. Inside, the home offers central air conditioning and a bright open-concept kitchen remodeled in 2023, perfect for modern living. The finished basement was updated with new tile flooring in 2024, ideal for additional living space, storage, or a recreation area. Recent improvements include select replacement windows, a new hot water heater (2024), and new washer and dryer (2024), offering added comfort and peace of mind. With durable brick construction, valuable outdoor space, private parking, and multiple recent upgrades, this property is an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors.
Sold for $250,000
$250,000
2162 Princeton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149
3beds
1,152sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1950
1,788 Square Feet Lot
$251,100 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$1,727 Estimated rent
Home value
$251,100
$234,000 - $271,000
$1,727/mo
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Durable brick constructionAll-brick row homePrivate rear parkingAdds curb appealCentral air conditioningExtra outdoor spaceValuable outdoor space
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Listed by:
Mike Chen 215-820-1621,
Home Max Realty
Bought with:
Mike Chen, RM424964
Home Max Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2580344
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Basement, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,788 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 110.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 542105900
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: AirLite
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Castor Gardens
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Sold | $250,000-3.8%$217/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2580344 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $260,000-13.3%$226/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2580344 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Listing removed | $300,000$260/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2524446 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $300,000+78.6%$260/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2524446 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2017 | Sold | $168,000+6.3%$146/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2005 | Sold | $158,000$137/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,642 +18.9% | $260,200 +18.9% |
| 2024 | $3,063 | $218,800 |
| 2023 | $3,063 +45.6% | $218,800 |
| 2022 | $2,104 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,104 +4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,019 +17% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,726 | -- |
| 2016 | $1,726 -4.3% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,803 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,803 +4.5% | $128,800 +706.6% |
| 2012 | $1,726 | $15,968 |
| 2011 | -- | $15,968 |
| 2010 | -- | $15,968 |
| 2009 | -- | $15,968 |
| 2008 | -- | $15,968 |
| 2007 | -- | $15,968 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2005 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2004 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2003 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2002 | -- | $14,848 |
| 2000 | -- | $14,848 |
| 1999 | -- | $14,848 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Oxford Circle
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Solis-Cohen Solomon SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Castor Gardens Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Northeast High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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- Philadelphia County
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- Oxford Circle
- 2162 Princeton Ave
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