Opportunity knocks! The owner inherits 240 Rock St from a relative and is ready to sell. Behind the attractive exterior lies a home ready for a cosmetic facelift. Priced to reflect its “as is” condition, an enterprising buyer can immediately build equity by making the inside look as good as the outside. This property is in Roxborough’s popular “Wissahickon neighborhood,” perfectly situated for a lifestyle of convenience. The home features an attached garage, central air conditioning, and a fenced backyard—the perfect bones for your dream remodel. Located nearby Rt 1 and the Schuylkill Expressway, you’ll enjoy easy access to Center City and most of SE Pennsylvania. Bring your vision and turn this diamond in the rough into another gem on this block!
Sold for $285,000
$285,000
240 Rock St, Philadelphia, PA 19128
3beds
1,120sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1970
1,434 Square Feet Lot
$258,100 Zestimate®
$254/sqft
$2,173 Estimated rent
Home value
$258,100
$245,000 - $271,000
$2,173/mo
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Attached garageFenced backyardCentral air conditioning
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Neil Kugelman 215-247-3600,
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill,
Listing Team: Neil Kugelman Team
Bought with:
John Merrill, RS285370
Homestarr Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2611832
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 11
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 119 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 17
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 16
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Washer, Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,120
- Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Concrete, Attached, Other
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 1,434 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 90.00
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 213066922
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: AirLite
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Below Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Wissahickon
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA 203(k),Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $285,000+14%$254/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2611832 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Pending sale | $250,000$223/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2611832 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000$223/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2611832 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,111 +19.2% | $293,700 +19.2% |
| 2024 | $3,448 | $246,300 |
| 2023 | $3,448 +25% | $246,300 |
| 2022 | $2,758 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,758 +1.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,710 +26% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,150 -3.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,220 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,220 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,220 +4.5% | $188,600 +730.1% |
| 2012 | $2,125 | $22,720 |
| 2011 | -- | $22,720 |
| 2010 | -- | $22,720 |
| 2009 | -- | $22,720 |
| 2008 | -- | $22,720 |
| 2007 | -- | $22,720 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $21,120 |
| 2005 | -- | $21,120 |
| 2004 | -- | $21,120 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $19,584 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $19,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $19,200 |
| 1999 | -- | $19,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Wissahickon
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cook-Wissahickon SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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