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  • $833,600

    311 S American St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

    2beds
    1,893sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1801
    871 Square Feet Lot
    $833,600 Zestimate®
    $440/sqft
    $3,624 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $833,600

    $775,000 - $909,000

    $3,624/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Fantastic Opportunity to own a part of Mid 19th Century Philadelphia Architecture in Society Hill. Historical Home was built in 1847 on quaint narrow street but now this Brick Three Story Row presents a contemporary dream brought to reality. Upon entry one feels the Open floor plan on the main level. Which includes large updated eat in kitchen opening out to Living Room/Dining Room combination with refinished hardwoods and Stone Hearth Gas Fireplace. Home Also Features large spiral staircase for easy access to other floors. Up the steps brings you to Primary Bedroom with hardwoods, wood burning fire place, reset lamps, plenty of closet space and sliders to outdoor deck great for the morning coffee. Newer renovated Full bath with an amazing shower. The top level includes plenty of space for a second bedroom or entertaining space and another newly renovated full bath. All the way down to the finished basement with 18 inch travertine tile flooring plus laundry area. Home also features shared access from sidewalk to the secluded European backyard patio great for entertaining and gardening. All windows have been replaced in the home during the renovation. The block has a great, quiet neighborhood feeling. This location couldn't be better: walking distance to Headhouse Square, Old City, and Penns Landing. Great Walkability two blocks to grocery store and restaurants in every direction. Available Immediately!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Wood Floors, Combination Dining/Living, Spiral Staircase
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,893 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 871 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 051044100
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    Condition
    • Year built: 1801

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Self Cleaning Oven
    • FireplaceYN: true
    • InteriorFeatures: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Wood Floors, Combination Dining/Living, Spiral Staircase
    • HeatingYN: true
    • CoolingYN: true
    • StoriesTotal: 3
    • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
    • SpecialListingConditions: Standard
    • Heating: Hot Water
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • ConstructionMaterials: Masonry
    • ParkingFeatures: On Street
    • BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
    • MlsStatus: Active
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
    • StructureType: Interior Row/Townhouse
    • TaxAnnualAmount: 8161.0

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/10/2025Listing removed$750,000$396/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2466746 Report a problem
    5/30/2025Listed for sale$750,000+13.6%$396/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2466746 Report a problem
    5/14/2021Sold$660,000$349/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach #PAPH997112_19106 Report a problem
    4/11/2021Pending sale$660,000+1.5%$349/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Hearthside #PAPH997112 Report a problem
    3/17/2021Listed for sale$650,000+0%$343/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Hearthside #PAPH997112 Report a problem
    1/21/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Coldwell Banker Hearthside Report a problem
    1/12/2021Price change$649,9000%$343/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH944742 Report a problem
    10/22/2020Listed for sale$650,000+70.8%$343/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Hearthside #PAPH944742 Report a problem
    4/14/2020Listing removed$2,550$1/sqft
    Source: JG Real Estate LLC #PAPH833992 Report a problem
    9/18/2019Listed for rent$2,550$1/sqft
    Source: JG Real Estate LLC #PAPH833992 Report a problem
    7/15/2009Sold$380,500+1.5%$201/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/23/2009Listed for sale$374,900-6.3%$198/sqft
    Source: Long and Foster Real Estate #5449684 Report a problem
    4/11/2009Listing removed$399,900$211/sqft
    Source: Long and Foster Real Estate #5449684 Report a problem
    3/28/2009Price change$399,900-11.1%$211/sqft
    Source: Long and Foster Real Estate #5449684 Report a problem
    3/15/2009Price change$449,900-6.3%$238/sqft
    Source: Long and Foster Real Estate #5449684 Report a problem
    11/18/2008Listed for sale$479,900-15.1%$254/sqft
    Source: Long and Foster Real Estate #5449684 Report a problem
    4/12/2007Sold$565,000+183.2%$298/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/5/1998Sold$199,500+17.4%$105/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/21/1995Sold$170,000$90/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,240 $803,000 +7.3%
    2024-- $748,400
    2023-- $748,400
    2022$8,161 --
    2021$8,161 +3.3%--
    2018$7,898 +7.6%--
    2017$7,338 -85.3%--
    2016$49,832 +727.9%--
    2015$6,019 --
    2014$6,019 -6.4%$510,000 +667.3%
    2012$6,432 $66,464
    2011-- $66,464
    2010-- $66,464
    2009-- $66,464
    2008-- $66,464
    2007-- $66,464 +7.5%
    2006-- $61,824
    2005-- $61,824
    2004-- $61,824 +10%
    2003-- $56,192 +5.5%
    2002-- $53,248 +18.9%
    2000-- $44,800
    1999-- $44,800

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Society Hill

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

    Source: The 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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