Discover the endless potential of this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhouse located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Olney neighborhood. Being sold as-is, this property presents a fantastic opportunity for a buyer with vision to add their own style and updates. With a generous layout and great room sizes throughout, this home offers a strong foundation for renovation or long-term ownership. The property also features a full basement with an existing full bathroom that, once renovated, could become a major bonus feature and add even more functionality to this already large home. There is also a detached garage for added convenience and storage. One of the standout features is the huge backyard — a rare find in the city — offering endless possibilities for outdoor entertaining, gardening, play space, or future enhancements. Conveniently located near major highways, public transportation, shopping, schools, and parks, this home combines size, location, and potential. Whether you're an owner-occupant looking to create a large Philadelphia home or an investor seeking your next project, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
For sale
$179,000
218 E Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19120
4beds
1,792sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1930
2,178 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$100/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 143 days
- 467
- 24
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brett Rosenthal 267-342-8001,
Compass RE 2674358015
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2610158
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,792
- Total interior livable area: 1,792 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,792
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Detached, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 130.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 421127600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Olney
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $100/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $276,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,870
- Date on market: 4/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,318/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $179,000-2.7%$100/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Pending sale | $184,000$103/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $184,000-2.6%$103/sqft |
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| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,000+5%$105/sqft |
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| 3/30/2026 | Listing removed | $180,000$100/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Contingent | $180,000$100/sqft |
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| 9/20/2025 | Price change | $180,000-5.3%$100/sqft |
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| 8/22/2025 | Price change | $190,000-5%$106/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,900+89.8%$112/sqft |
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| 8/5/2009 | Sold | $105,300+251%$59/sqft |
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| 1/26/2009 | Sold | $30,000$17/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,870 +81.8% | $276,500 +81.8% |
| 2024 | $2,129 | $152,100 |
| 2023 | $2,129 +100.9% | $152,100 |
| 2022 | $1,060 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,060 -23.5% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,386 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,386 +2.7% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,349 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,349 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,349 +4.5% | $96,400 +688.6% |
| 2012 | $1,292 | $12,224 |
| 2011 | -- | $12,224 |
| 2010 | -- | $12,224 |
| 2009 | -- | $12,224 |
| 2008 | -- | $12,224 |
| 2007 | -- | $12,224 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $11,360 |
| 2005 | -- | $11,360 |
| 2004 | -- | $11,360 |
| 2003 | -- | $11,360 +10.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $10,240 +5.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $9,728 +4.8% |
| 1999 | -- | $9,280 |
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Neighborhood: Feltonville
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




