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  • Price cut: $5K (6/17)
    $304,000

    278 Fountain St, Philadelphia, PA 19128

    2beds
    990sqft
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1900
    1,949 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $307/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New heaterNew roofNew hot water heaterNew windowsDedicated dining roomFresh paint throughoutCharming attached twin home
    UPDATED & UPGRADED! This Charming attached twin home with an adorable front porch is Walking Distance to the many amazing dining eateries, bars, restaurants, coffee shops and unique retail along Manayunk's walking district along the river-perfect also for people and dog walking plus close to major highways and ease of access to Center City! The adorable home features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath and 1/2 bath powder room on the 1st floor! Loads of updates include All New Kitchen Cabinetry, Brand New Stainless Steel Appliances, glass tile backsplash and granite countertops! The bathrooms have been updated with all new bath appliances and fixtures, custom tile, new sink, mirror, updated lighting and vanity! The crown molding and shadow box wood trim in the living room- A Touch of Class! NEW ROOF, NEW WINDOWS, NEW HEATER, NEW HOT WATER HEATER, NEW AIR CONDITIONING, NEW front door, New Flooring throughout the home, Fresh paint throughout, NEW Interior doors & Trim, Updated lighting throughout, NEW WOOD DECK off the kitchen, and Beautiful PRIVATE Green Space with trees and grass in the Fenced Backyard! Washer/dryer hook up in the basement and lots of additional storage space in the basement, Main floor powder room with a barn door, dedicated dining room, Master Bedroom has 2 closets...Too Many upgrades to Mention! *taxes may be adjusted due to improvements
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    Listed by:

    Colleen O'Hara 609-707-0388,

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Moorestown 8562340011

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2590186MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Other
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 990
      • Total interior livable area: 990 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 990
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,949 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 129.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 212291600
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Straight Thru
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Other
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Roxborough
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $307/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $253,600
      • Annual tax amount: $3,549
      • Date on market: 3/16/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/17/2026Price change$304,000-1.6%$307/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
        6/6/2026Price change$309,000-1.6%$312/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
        5/20/2026Price change$314,000-1.6%$317/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
        5/6/2026Price change$319,000-1.5%$322/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
        4/21/2026Price change$324,000-1.5%$327/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
        4/1/2026Price change$329,000-1.5%$332/sqft
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        3/16/2026Listed for sale$334,000$337/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
        12/16/2025Listing removed$334,000$337/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
        10/20/2025Listed for sale$334,000$337/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
        8/11/2025Listing removed$334,000$337/sqft
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        7/10/2025Price change$334,000-1.5%$337/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
        6/17/2025Price change$339,000-1.6%$342/sqft
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        6/4/2025Price change$344,500-1.4%$348/sqft
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        5/28/2025Price change$349,4000%$353/sqft
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        4/23/2025Price change$349,500-1.4%$353/sqft
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        4/2/2025Price change$354,300-0.1%$358/sqft
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        3/27/2025Price change$354,500-0.1%$358/sqft
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        3/19/2025Price change$354,800-0.1%$358/sqft
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        2/13/2025Listed for sale$355,000+100.6%$359/sqft
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        7/16/2024Sold$177,000+26.5%$179/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/14/2019Listing removed$139,900$141/sqft
        Source: BAE Realty and Investment Serv #PAPH856324 Report a problem
        12/10/2019Listed for sale$139,900$141/sqft
        Source: BAE Realty and Investment Serv #PAPH856324 Report a problem
        10/12/2017Listing removed$139,900$141/sqft
        Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut #6881670 Report a problem
        3/24/2017Price change$139,900-12.5%$141/sqft
        Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS #6881670 Report a problem
        10/26/2016Listed for sale$159,900+190.7%$162/sqft
        Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut #6881670 Report a problem
        3/10/1998Sold$55,000$56/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,550 +16.4%$253,600 +16.4%
        2024$3,050 $217,900
        2023$3,050 +16.5%$217,900
        2022$2,618 --
        2021$2,618 +3.6%--
        2018$2,527 --
        2017$2,527 +7%--
        2016$2,361 --
        2015$2,361 --
        2014$2,361 +4.5%$168,700 +843.1%
        2012$2,261 $17,888
        2011-- $17,888
        2010-- $17,888
        2009-- $17,888
        2008-- $17,888
        2007-- $17,888 +7.5%
        2006-- $16,640
        2005-- $16,640
        2004-- $16,640 +6.1%
        2003-- $15,680 +4.3%
        2002-- $15,040 +1.1%
        2000-- $14,880
        1999-- $14,880

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Roxborough

        Getting around

        71 / 100
        Very Walkable
        48 / 100
        Some Transit
        34 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Philadelphia City

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