Beautifully Maintained & Updated 4-Bedroom Home with Backyard Oasis in East Kensington Welcome to this meticulously maintained and recently updated 3-story home in the vibrant East Kensington neighborhood! Offering 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home features an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining. The first floor boasts an open-concept living and kitchen area, with direct access to a large, beautifully gardened backyard—perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. The second floor includes two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The third floor features two additional bedrooms, including a suite with its own private full bathroom. Enjoy the comfort of central air conditioning and the convenience of a dry basement with excellent ceiling height—ideal for storage. A full-size washer and dryer are also included. Located just steps from public transportation, I-95, Frankford Avenue, coffee shops, restaurants, and local bars, this home puts you in the heart of one of Philly’s most exciting neighborhoods.
Sold for $299,900
$299,900
2623 Emerald St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
4beds
1,581sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1875
1,252 Square Feet Lot
$334,000 Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$2,496 Estimated rent
Home value
$334,000
$304,000 - $367,000
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Listed by:
Christopher Somers 267-987-4443,
KW Empower,
Co-Listing Agent: Sean Dundon 215-627-3500,
KW Empower
Bought with:
Sean Dundon, RS293471
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2470842
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,581
- Total interior livable area: 1,581 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,581
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 81.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 311085600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Kensington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $190/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $286,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,009
- Date on market: 4/15/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Listing removed | $1,900$1/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Price change | $1,900-9.5%$1/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Price change | $2,100-6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $2,250-2.2%$1/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $2,300-2.1%$1/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $2,350-2.1%$1/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,400$2/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $299,900$190/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2470842 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2025 | Contingent | $299,900$190/sqft |
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| 4/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+149.9%$190/sqft |
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| 2/4/2010 | Sold | $120,000+11.6%$76/sqft |
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| 11/4/2009 | Sold | $107,500-6.4%$68/sqft |
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| 10/26/2008 | Listing removed | $114,900$73/sqft |
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| 6/5/2008 | Price change | $114,900-4.2%$73/sqft |
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| 4/27/2008 | Listed for sale | $119,900$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,009 +20.4% | $286,400 +20.4% |
| 2024 | $3,329 | $237,800 |
| 2023 | $3,329 +73.8% | $237,800 |
| 2022 | $1,915 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,915 +7.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,778 +46% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,218 +49.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $816 | -- |
| 2015 | $816 | -- |
| 2014 | $816 +55% | $69,300 +1173.9% |
| 2012 | $527 | $5,440 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,440 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $5,056 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,056 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,056 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,056 +3.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,896 +15% |
| 2000 | -- | $4,256 +10.8% |
| 1999 | -- | $3,840 |
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Neighborhood: East Kensington
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Brown Henry A SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Kensington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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