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    • Price increase: $10K (5/21)
    $259,900

    279 W Sheldon St, Philadelphia, PA 19120

    4beds
    1,696sqft
    : 
    $1,623/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1930
    1,040 Square Feet Lot
    $259,400 Zestimate®
    $153/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Newly renovatedBeautifully updated homeCorner property
    New Renovation!!! Beautiful large corner property for sale, this spacious home offers 1,696 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The house has been newly renovated and is move-in ready. It features brand new kitchen cabinets with granite countertops, two fully renovated bathrooms with new vanities, and thicker water proof Vinyl Flooring throughout the home. The property also includes two exterior entrances, one in the front and one in the back, It is strong potentials and flexibility. The major upgrade includes a new water heater install in 2025, and Central Air installed in 2026. This is a very nice and comfortable home located in a convenience area close to schools, restaurants and shopping center. The building was previously used as a grocery store, which makes it especially suitable for conversion into a duplex or a mix-used property. With its corner location and existing commercial history, the first floor could easily be utilized as a retail shop or small business while the second floor serves as residential living space. Don’t miss this great opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in a neighborhood.
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sarah Khim 215-433-5135,

    Homestarr Realty 2153555565

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2591266MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 4
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Full
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,696
      • Total interior livable area: 1,696 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,696
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,040 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16.00 x 65.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 422204600
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Other
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Stone
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1930

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 100 Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Septic
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None Available
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $153/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $160,700
      • Annual tax amount: $2,249
      • Date on market: 3/6/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $259,400

        $246,000 - $272,000

        $2,161/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/21/2026Price change$259,900+4%$153/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591266 Report a problem
        5/6/2026Price change$249,900-12.3%$147/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591266 Report a problem
        3/6/2026Listed for sale$284,900+111%$168/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591266 Report a problem
        6/13/2025Sold$135,000+12.6%$80/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2466422 Report a problem
        5/15/2025Pending sale$119,900$71/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2466422 Report a problem
        5/3/2025Listed for sale$119,900$71/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2466422 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,249 +43.7%$160,700 +43.7%
        2024$1,565 $111,800
        2023$1,565 +30.5%$111,800
        2022$1,200 --
        2021$1,200 +7.5%--
        2018$1,116 --
        2017$1,116 +0.5%--
        2016$1,110 --
        2015$1,110 --
        2014$1,110 +4.5%$79,300 +653.2%
        2012$1,063 $10,528
        2011-- $10,528
        2010-- $10,528
        2009-- $10,528
        2008-- $10,528
        2007-- $10,528
        2006-- $10,528
        2005-- $10,528
        2004-- $10,528
        2003-- $10,528 +10.4%
        2002-- $9,536 +5.7%
        2000-- $9,024 +18%
        1999-- $7,648
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Olney

        Getting around

        88 / 100
        Very Walkable
        65 / 100
        Good Transit
        60 / 100
        Bikeable

        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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