Welcome to 257 S 4th Street. Over 5500 SF (not Including a finishable basement) his EXCEPTIONAL and RARE OPPORTUNITY to own and/or develop and create your own City Mansion, in the very heart of Historic Society Hill, awaits your creativity, passion and vision. This exquisite example of a Philadelphia Colonial Home was built in 1860 is Certified by the Philadelphia Historical Commission and is in the highly sought after McCall School Catchment. This sun dappled, end of row home, is 28' wide on a lot that is 90' deep, boasts an elevator (though not currently working), 2 fireplaces and dedicated 2 CAR PARKING as well! Note that this beautiful, yet dated home was formerly in use as a dental office with 2 apartments, each consisting of 2 bedrooms and multiple bathrooms. Convenient walking distance to all of the amazing restaurants, art galleries, boutiques and other amentias that Society Hill, Queen Village and Old City are know for and easy access to I-95 and 76. What will this Jewel in the Rough look like when you have brought your best rehab ideas to fruition? Come see today and make this slice of history your own!
Sold for $1,375,000
$1,375,000
257 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
4beds
5,154sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1860
2,475 Square Feet Lot
$2,417,200 Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$7,864 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,417,200
$2.01M - $2.95M
$7,864/mo
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Listed by:
Christopher Baker 267-255-2253,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Mary Genovese Colvin, AB048676L
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2280324
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 0.0
- Area: 1800
Heating
- Other, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,954
- Total interior livable area: 5,154 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,154
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Parking Space Conveys, Private, Shared Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three and One Half
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,475 sqft
- Dimensions: 28.00 x 90.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 871508120
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar, Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Society Hill
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4/2024 | Sold | $1,375,000-3.6%$267/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2280324 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2024 | Pending sale | $1,425,777$277/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2280324 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2024 | Price change | $1,425,777-12.3%$277/sqft |
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| 10/24/2023 | Price change | $1,625,000-12.2%$315/sqft |
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| 9/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,850,000$359/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,300 -7.5% | $1,093,000 -7.5% |
| 2024 | $16,541 | $1,181,700 |
| 2023 | $16,541 +5% | $1,181,700 |
| 2022 | $15,755 | -- |
| 2021 | $15,755 +1% | -- |
| 2018 | $15,599 -20.8% | -- |
| 2017 | $19,703 | -- |
| 2016 | $19,703 -2.3% | -- |
| 2015 | $20,163 | -- |
| 2014 | $20,163 | $1,470,400 |
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Neighborhood: Society Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10McCall Gen George A SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gen. George A. Mccall School
- Middle: Gen. George A. Mccall School
- 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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