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Sold for $304,000
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    $304,000

    278 Fountain St, Philadelphia, PA 19128

    2beds
    990sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1900
    1,949 Square Feet Lot
    $304,000 Zestimate®
    $307/sqft
    $1,923 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $304,000

    $289,000 - $319,000

    $1,923/mo

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    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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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Colleen O'Hara 609-707-0388,

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Moorestown

    Bought with:

    kiersten taylor worrell, RS371321

    Realty ONE Group Focus

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2590186MLS Logo

    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

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/16/2026Sold$304,000$307/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
    7/24/2026Pending sale$304,000$307/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
    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
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2590186 Report a problem
    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
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    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
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    6/4/2025Price change$344,500-1.4%$348/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    5/28/2025Price change$349,4000%$353/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    4/23/2025Price change$349,500-1.4%$353/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    4/2/2025Price change$354,300-0.1%$358/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    3/27/2025Price change$354,500-0.1%$358/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    3/19/2025Price change$354,800-0.1%$358/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    2/13/2025Listed for sale$355,000+100.6%$359/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2445414 Report a problem
    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
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Roxborough

    Nearby schools

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    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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