For sale

Price cut: $50K (8/15)

$499,000

234 W Queen Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19144

5beds

2,358sqft

$3,114/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

7,359 Square Feet Lot

$490,200 Zestimate^®

$212/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Timeless characterSecluded lot

A rare opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia history! This distinctive 3-story detached home offers 5 bedrooms and timeless character, tucked away on a secluded lot in the heart of West Germantown. The rear grounds were once believed to have served as a 1700s trading post, adding a fascinating chapter to this property’s story. The property also includes a separate carriage house with a new roof. While awaiting renovation, it offers an exciting opportunity to reimagine the space—the possibilities are endless.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater

Features

Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,358
Total interior livable area: 2,358 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,358
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Three
Stories: 3
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 7,359 Square Feet
Dimensions: 30.00 x 245.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 123118800
Zoning: RSA3
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Victorian
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stone
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Germantown (west)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $212/sqft
Tax assessed value: $353,400
Annual tax amount: $4,946
Date on market: 8/7/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$490,200

$466,000 - $515,000

$2,715/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/15/2026	Price change	$499,000-9.1%$212/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2657398 Report a problem
8/7/2026	Listed for sale	$549,000+164.6%$233/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2657398 Report a problem
11/19/2019	Sold	$207,500+15.3%$88/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/11/2018	Listing removed	$1,300$1/sqft
Source: TCS Management LLC Report a problem
9/20/2018	Listed for rent	$1,300$1/sqft
Source: TCS Management LLC Report a problem
10/31/2014	Listing removed	$180,000$76/sqft
Source: Propertyware Inc Report a problem
2/20/2014	Listed for sale	$180,000$76/sqft
Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut #6340346 Report a problem
1/10/2014	Listing removed	$180,000$76/sqft
Source: Propertyware Inc Report a problem
11/28/2013	Listed for sale	$180,000+91.5%$76/sqft
Source: Propertyware Inc Report a problem
4/8/2002	Sold	$94,000$40/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,808 +23.1%	$343,500 +23.1%
2024	$3,905	$279,000
2023	$3,905 +47.4%	$279,000
2022	$2,650	--
2021	$2,650 -4.2%	--
2018	$2,766	--
2017	$2,766 -8.4%	--
2016	$3,021	--
2015	$3,021	--
2014	$3,021	$182,400 +775.6%
2012	--	$20,832
2011	--	$20,832
2010	--	$20,832
2009	--	$20,832
2008	--	$20,832
2007	--	$20,832 +7.4%
2006	--	$19,392
2005	--	$19,392
2004	--	$19,392 +10%
2003	--	$17,632 +2.6%
2002	--	$17,184 +3.3%
2000	--	$16,640
1999	--	$16,640