Charming four-bedroom single family home offers beautiful original details with modern amenities throughout. Original hardwood floors flow seamlessly across all levels of this well-maintained property. The spacious first floor features a huge living room with brick fireplace and plenty of natural light, along with a formal dining room and updated kitchen that provides direct access to the large private backyard. A convenient second staircase leads from the kitchen to the upper levels. The second floor houses the master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and brick fireplace, plus an additional bedroom and separate full bathroom. The third floor contains two generously sized bedrooms with excellent floor space and ample storage. The large, private backyard creates an ideal setting for entertaining and outdoor activities. This property perfectly combines historic charm with contemporary functionality, featuring multiple fireplaces, dual staircases for convenience, abundant natural light, and excellent storage throughout.
Sold for $245,000
$245,000
224 E Wister St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
4beds
2,484sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
4,666 Square Feet Lot
$249,500 Zestimate®
$99/sqft
$3,033 Estimated rent
Home value
$249,500
$230,000 - $272,000
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Brick fireplaceMultiple fireplacesAbundant natural lightExcellent storageNatural lightAdditional bedroomLarge private backyard
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Zach Behr 215-664-1008,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell,
Co-Listing Agent: Laura Elizabeth Behr 215-706-8630,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
Bought with:
James Sugg, RS326385
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2525238
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Marble
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,484
- Total interior livable area: 2,484 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,484
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,666 sqft
- Dimensions: 23.00 x 200.00
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 121050000
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Pitched
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Germantown (east)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Sold | $245,000$99/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2525238 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Contingent | $245,000$99/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2525238 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $245,000+29%$99/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2525238 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2014 | Listing removed | $189,900$76/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #6412620 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2014 | Price change | $189,900-9.6%$76/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #6412620 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2014 | Price change | $210,000-4.5%$85/sqft |
Source: Philadelphia - WEICHERT, REALTORS - McCarthy Associates #6306702 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $220,000$89/sqft |
Source: WEICHERT, REALTORS - McCarthy Associates #6306702 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,509 +220.2% | $250,700 +33.1% |
| 2024 | $1,096 | $188,300 |
| 2023 | $1,096 | $188,300 |
| 2022 | $1,096 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,096 -35.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,692 +556.7% | -- |
| 2017 | $258 +103.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $126 -87% | -- |
| 2015 | $975 | -- |
| 2014 | $975 | $137,600 +1547.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2011 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2010 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2009 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2008 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2007 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2006 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2005 | -- | $8,352 |
| 2004 | -- | $8,352 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $7,584 +7.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,040 +10% |
| 2000 | -- | $6,400 |
| 1999 | -- | $6,400 |
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Neighborhood: Wister
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Fitler Academics PlusGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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.
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Estimated market value
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