Absolutely charming 2 bed/2 full bath home directly on Powers Park in the heart of Port Richmond. The first floor features a spacious living room, separate dining room and a modern kitchen that leads out to a lovely back patio that's perfect for entertaining. Upstairs you'll find two good sized bedroom and two updated full bathrooms. This light-filled home checks all the boxes- hardwood floors throughout, central air, two full bathrooms, outdoor space and lovely original details. The location can't be beat- the house faces Powers Park, the Richmond branch of the public library is right there and there are cute restaurants and shops on the surrounding blocks. Easy access to Fishtown, major roads and public transportation. Move right in to this delightful home on the park!
Sold for $298,500
$298,500
2965 Mercer St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
2beds
1,006sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
997 Square Feet Lot
$298,600 Zestimate®
$297/sqft
$1,687 Estimated rent
Home value
$298,600
$284,000 - $314,000
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Lovely original detailsLight-filled homeHouse faces powers parkDirectly on powers parkHardwood floors throughoutSeparate dining roomCentral air
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Listed by:
Karrie Gavin 215-260-1376,
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square,
Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group, Co-Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group,Co-Listing Agent: Sarah E Robertson 215-208-7654,
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
Bought with:
Allen Kravitz, RS349277
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2609762
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,006
- Total interior livable area: 1,006 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,006
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 997 sqft
- Dimensions: 14.16 x 70.41
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 251265700
- 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: Port Richmond
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Sold | $298,500+3.3%$297/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2609762 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $289,000$287/sqft |
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| 4/28/2026 | Contingent | $289,000$287/sqft |
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| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,000+6.1%$287/sqft |
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| 4/22/2021 | Sold | $272,500+292.1%$271/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2018 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 7/22/2016 | Listing removed | $1,200+9.1%$1/sqft |
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| 8/16/2014 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2014 | Price change | $1,100-8.3%$1/sqft |
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| 6/29/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 3/28/2013 | Sold | $69,500+26.4%$69/sqft |
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| 12/23/2003 | Sold | $55,000+22.2%$55/sqft |
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| 8/24/1999 | Sold | $45,000$45/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,620 | $258,600 |
| 2024 | $3,620 | $258,600 |
| 2023 | $3,620 +38.3% | $258,600 |
| 2022 | $2,618 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,618 +7.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,430 | -- |
| 2017 | $2,430 +12.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,151 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,151 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,151 +21.4% | $132,300 +1200.1% |
| 2012 | $1,773 | $10,176 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2008 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2007 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2006 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2005 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2004 | -- | $10,176 |
| 2003 | -- | $10,176 +1.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $10,016 +3.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $9,664 |
| 1999 | -- | $9,664 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Richmond
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Richmond SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Amy At MartinGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Kensington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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- 2965 Mercer St
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