This One is Special! Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, an investor, or simply someone who knows a great deal when they see one, 311 N. Simpson checks the boxes. This home could be a perfect as a place to start as a homeowner, a perfect place to downsize to and settle in, or as a ready-to-go income property - just find a tenant! It offers BRAND NEW central air, a full size dry basement with a Philly toilet, laundry hookups and a walkout to the back yard, a generously sized - and the backyard is large in size - perfect for entertainment. Compact yet full of value, this “tiny but mighty” home comes turnkey with more amenities than you’ll typically find in a standard Philadelphia rowhouse. Priced to sell and ready for its next chapter—come see the value for yourself and make it yours!
Sold for $111,000
$111,000
311 N Simpson St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
2beds
840sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,080 Square Feet Lot
$131,000 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$1,488 Estimated rent
Home value
$131,000
$101,000 - $161,000
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Full size dry basementPerfect for entertainmentPhilly toiletLarge in sizeLaundry hookupsBrand new central air
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Listed by:
Karmen Fails 215-987-6625,
Common Ground Realtors
Bought with:
Tanesha Wilcox, RS349122
Realty Mark Cityscape-King of Prussia
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2541212
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rear Entrance,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 840
- Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 840
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,080 sqft
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 72.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 343095800
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru,Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Overbrook
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Sold | $111,000-11.2%$132/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2541212 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Pending sale | $125,000$149/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541212 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $125,000+155.1%$149/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541212 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2019 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Common Ground Realtors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2019 | Listed for rent | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Common Ground Realtors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2017 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Common Ground Realtors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2017 | Listed for rent | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Common Ground Realtors, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2015 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Kardan Noble, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2015 | Sold | $49,000-1.8%$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2015 | Listed for rent | $950+19.5%$1/sqft |
Source: Kardan Noble, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2015 | Price change | $49,900-15.3%$59/sqft |
Source: Real Estate Agent Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2015 | Price change | $58,900-0.2%$70/sqft |
Source: Real Estate Agent Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2015 | Price change | $59,000-25.2%$70/sqft |
Source: Real Estate Agent Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2015 | Price change | $78,900-1.3%$94/sqft |
Source: Real Estate Agent Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2015 | Price change | $79,900-5.9%$95/sqft |
Source: REAL ESTATE AGENT Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2015 | Listed for sale | $84,900+192.8%$101/sqft |
Source: Real Estate Agent Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2012 | Listing removed | $795$1/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6046685 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2012 | Listed for rent | $795$1/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6046685 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2010 | Sold | $29,000-20.5%$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2010 | Price change | $36,500-18.7%$43/sqft |
Source: Premier Real Estate,inc #5780302 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2010 | Listed for sale | $44,900+1260.6%$53/sqft |
Source: Premier Real Estate,inc #5780302 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2010 | Sold | $3,300-90.1%$4/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2010 | Listed for sale | -- |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2006 | Sold | $33,500+241.8%$40/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2004 | Sold | $9,800-79.5%$12/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/1998 | Sold | $47,900$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,415 +6.6% | $101,100 +6.6% |
| 2024 | $1,327 | $94,800 |
| 2023 | $1,327 +32.2% | $94,800 |
| 2022 | $1,004 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,004 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $967 | -- |
| 2017 | $967 +20.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $805 | -- |
| 2015 | $805 | -- |
| 2014 | $805 | $57,500 +755.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $6,720 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,720 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,720 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,720 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,720 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,720 |
| 2006 | -- | $6,720 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,720 +2.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $6,528 +10.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $5,920 -3.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $6,144 |
| 2000 | -- | $6,144 |
| 1999 | -- | $6,144 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Overbrook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lewis C. Cassidy Academics Plus SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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Estimated market value
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