Awesome opportunity in Old City. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, 254 N Lawrence Street is a brick-front townhome loaded with historic character and updated amenities. Built in the late 1800s, this home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, serene outdoor spaces on all 3 levels. Some of our amenities include: A cozy living room that features a gas fireplace, original wide-plank wood floors, exposed beams, and interior wood shutters. The dining area has tile flooring and is adjacent to a modern kitchen with granite countertops, quality cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. At the rear of the home, an expansive family room with engineered wood floors includes a glass slider which opens to a private back patio—ideal for outdoor cooking and enjoyment. A powder room is also included on this level. The second floor includes two good-sized bedrooms, a full bath with tile floors, a laundry area, and a deck. The third floor includes two additional bedrooms, a large full bath with tile floors and a clawfoot soaking tub, and another deck with superb city views. Wood floors continue throughout the upper levels. Experience a combination of old craftsmanship along with modern updates. Located very close to Franklin Square, Independence Hall, Cherry Street Pier, public transportation, I-95, I-676, and the Ben Franklin Bridge. Additionally, the seller is providing a one-year American Home Shield Warranty at no cost to the buyer. I encourage you to explore the property website, slideshow, 3D virtual tour, and floor plan by clicking the icons. Please schedule an appointment with your agent to experience this superb home firsthand.
For sale
$699,900
254 N Lawrence St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
3beds
1,847sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1890
1,392 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$379/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceClawfoot soaking tubQuiet tree-lined streetExposed beamsOriginal wide-plank wood floorsInterior wood shuttersPowder room
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert Abbott 610-248-8875,
RE/MAX Ready (610) 828-6300
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2674464
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Features
- Curved Staircase, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Soaking Tub, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,847
- Total interior livable area: 1,847 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,847
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,392 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 88.00
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 052091800
- Zoning: CMX3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old City
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $379/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $602,200
- Annual tax amount: $8,429
- Date on market: 11/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Everything Presently On The Property.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,900-1%$379/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Sold | $707,000-4.4%$383/sqft |
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| 12/27/2025 | Pending sale | $739,900$401/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Contingent | $739,900$401/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Price change | $739,900-1.3%$401/sqft |
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| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,900-6.1%$406/sqft |
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| 8/19/2025 | Listing removed | $799,000$433/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000$433/sqft |
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| 12/31/2022 | Listing removed | $799,000$433/sqft |
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| 9/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $799,000+49.4%$433/sqft |
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| 4/16/2015 | Listing removed | $1,900$1/sqft |
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| 12/17/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,900$1/sqft |
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| 4/18/2013 | Listing removed | $534,900$290/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6186083 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2013 | Listed for sale | $534,900+132.6%$290/sqft |
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| 10/28/2002 | Sold | $230,000$125/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,430 +156% | $602,200 +1.6% |
| 2024 | $3,292 | $593,000 |
| 2023 | $3,292 | $593,000 |
| 2022 | $3,292 | -- |
| 2021 | $3,292 -49.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $6,477 +96.7% | -- |
| 2017 | $3,292 | -- |
| 2016 | $3,292 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,292 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,292 +5.5% | $436,500 +1639.9% |
| 2012 | $3,120 | $25,088 |
| 2011 | -- | $25,088 |
| 2010 | -- | $25,088 |
| 2009 | -- | $25,088 |
| 2008 | -- | $25,088 |
| 2007 | -- | $25,088 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $23,328 |
| 2005 | -- | $23,328 |
| 2004 | -- | $23,328 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $21,216 +35% |
| 2002 | -- | $15,712 +9.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $14,400 |
| 1999 | -- | $14,400 |
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