Attention investors—this North Philadelphia property offers an opportunity to create a long-term rental asset. With improvements and thoughtful updates, it could serve as a valuable addition to a buy-and-hold portfolio. Located in an area with consistent rental activity and ongoing neighborhood investment, the property is well-suited for those exploring income-producing possibilities. Nearby homes reflect continued reinvestment and tenant demand throughout the community. Property is being sold strictly as-is.
For sale
$75,000
242 E Stella St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
3beds
840sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1980
609 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$89/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 117 days
- 83
- 4
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ron Halbruner 609-602-5762,
Keller Williams Realty - Cherry Hill 8563211212,
Listing Team: Halbruner Homes Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2619372
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 840
- Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 840
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 609 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 44.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 071256500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kensington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $89/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $61,100
- Annual tax amount: $855
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,268/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $75,000+56.3%$89/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2619372 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2022 | Sold | $48,000+37.1%$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2006 | Sold | $35,000$42/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $855 +20.3% | $61,100 +20.3% |
| 2024 | $711 | $50,800 |
| 2023 | $711 +140.8% | $50,800 |
| 2022 | $295 | -- |
| 2021 | $295 -23.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $388 -91.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $4,778 +10244.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $46 | -- |
| 2015 | $46 | -- |
| 2014 | $46 -81.8% | $48,900 +1314.9% |
| 2012 | $253 | $3,456 |
| 2011 | -- | $3,456 |
| 2010 | -- | $3,456 |
| 2009 | -- | $3,456 |
| 2008 | -- | $3,456 |
| 2007 | -- | $3,456 +8% |
| 2006 | -- | $3,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $3,200 +11.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,880 -39.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,736 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,736 +41% |
| 1999 | -- | $3,360 |
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Neighborhood: Upper Kensington
Nearby schools
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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