Calling all visionary homebuyers and investors! This charming 3-bedroom in the heart of Southwest Philly offers a great investment opportunity. With some TLC, this classic porch-front home offers a flowing and bright floor plan with three well-sized bedrooms, a skylight in the bathroom, a large backyard and unlimited opportunity. Priced to sell & improve, with some targeted upgrades this home can earn strong rental income for your portfolio, generate returns on a fix-and-flip, or become your personal dream home. Tucked on a neighborly residential block between Elmwood ave and Lindburgh blvd, enjoy easy access to the airport, a variety of shops and stores, and parks! This home will be sold AS-IS. Come make this home yours today!
Sold for $86,000
$86,000
2557 S Shields St, Philadelphia, PA 19142
3beds
960sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,360 Square Feet Lot
$86,700 Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$1,508 Estimated rent
Home value
$86,700
$81,000 - $94,000
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Classic porch-front homeLarge backyardThree well-sized bedroomsSkylight in the bathroom
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marc Hammarberg 215-790-5501,
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square,
Listing Team: Marc Hammarberg Group
Bought with:
Stephanie Uff, RS285180
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2578902
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Family 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
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 0 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 0 X 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 960
- Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 960
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 85.00
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 406024900
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Below Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elmwood Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $90/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,555
- Date on market: 2/4/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Sold | $86,000+1.2%$90/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2578902 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Contingent | $85,000$89/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2578902 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $85,000$89/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2578902 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: Elmwood
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Tilden William T Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Patterson John M SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 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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