Opportunity knocks in the rapidly developing Fairhill neighborhood. This shell property at 2836 N Orkney St offers a blank canvas ready for your vision—perfect for investors, builders, or anyone looking to capitalize on Philadelphia’s continued demand for quality housing. This two-story rowhome sits on a residential block and provides the ideal foundation for a full renovation or redevelopment project. With its straightforward layout and solid footprint, the property is primed for a complete transformation, whether you’re planning a modern single-family home, a rental investment, or a resale project.
Sold for $30,000
$30,000
2836 N Orkney St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
2beds
572sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
494 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$52/sqft
$1,069 Estimated rent
Home value
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Two-story rowhomeStraightforward layout
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rich Cassell 267-813-2985,
KW Empower,
Co-Listing Agent: Treese Treese 484-215-4766,
KW Empower
Bought with:
Rich Cassell, 2322460
KW Empower
Treese Treese, RS374824
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2566520
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 572
- Total interior livable area: 572 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 572
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 494 sqft
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 38.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 192203800
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Fairhill
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Sold | $30,000-21.1%$52/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2566520 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Contingent | $38,000$66/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $38,000-5%$66/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2566520 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $40,000+5.3%$70/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2566520 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Sold | $38,000-15.6%$66/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2532100 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Contingent | $45,000$79/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Price change | $45,000-6.3%$79/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $48,000-1.8%$84/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Listing removed | $48,900$85/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2473462 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Price change | $48,900-0.2%$85/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Price change | $49,000-1.8%$86/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Price change | $49,900-0.2%$87/sqft |
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| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $50,000-3.8%$87/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Price change | $52,000-1%$91/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Price change | $52,500-4.5%$92/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $55,000$96/sqft |
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| 8/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: BHHS broker feed Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $55,000+22.2%$96/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2198804 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2073626 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2022 | Price change | $45,000-2.2%$79/sqft |
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| 1/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $46,000+2.2%$80/sqft |
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| 9/27/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2021 | Price change | $45,000-2%$79/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2003300 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2021 | Price change | $45,900-1.3%$80/sqft |
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| 7/22/2021 | Price change | $46,500-0.9%$81/sqft |
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| 7/12/2021 | Price change | $46,900-2.1%$82/sqft |
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| 7/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $47,900+3093.3%$84/sqft |
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| 5/13/2010 | Sold | $1,500+13.2%$3/sqft |
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| 2/28/1996 | Sold | $1,325$2/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $715 +112.9% | $51,100 +112.9% |
| 2024 | $336 | $24,000 |
| 2023 | $336 +29.7% | $24,000 |
| 2022 | $259 | -- |
| 2021 | $259 -23.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $339 | -- |
| 2017 | $339 +5.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $322 | -- |
| 2015 | $322 | -- |
| 2014 | $322 +4.5% | $23,000 +5033.9% |
| 2012 | $308 | $448 |
| 2011 | -- | $448 |
| 2010 | -- | $448 |
| 2009 | -- | $448 |
| 2008 | -- | $448 |
| 2007 | -- | $448 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $416 |
| 2005 | -- | $416 |
| 2004 | -- | $416 |
| 2003 | -- | $416 |
| 2002 | -- | $416 |
| 2000 | -- | $416 |
| 1999 | -- | $416 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fairhill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10DeBurgos Bilingual MagnetGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Edison Hs/Fareira SkillsGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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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- Philadelphia County
- Philadelphia
- 19133
- Fairhill
- 2836 N Orkney St
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