Welcome to this recently updated twin home in the heart of Port Richmond, offering a spacious, modern layout and move-in-ready appeal. An inviting covered front porch welcomes you into the open-concept main level, featuring updated flooring, crown molding and a seamless flow between the living and kitchen areas. The modern eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a subway-tile backsplash and a center island offering additional prep space and seating. Just beyond the kitchen is a conveniently located laundry/mudroom area with direct access to the fenced rear yard. The property also offers gated side access to the backyard, adding extra convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three rooms offering flexibility for bedrooms, a home office, nursery, dressing room or other needs, along with an updated full hall bathroom featuring a tub/shower combination. The large unfinished basement spans the footprint of the home and provides plenty of space for storage, a workshop or future possibilities. Enjoy the neighborhood from your front porch or take advantage of Port Richmond's walkability, with neighborhood shops, recreation, public transportation and major roadways all conveniently accessible. Samuels Recreation Center, offering a playground, athletic fields, basketball courts and a city pool, is also nearby. With its updated interior, open layout, outdoor space and convenient Port Richmond location, this home is ready for its next owner. Schedule your showing and come see all that it has to offer! Home is being conveyed in "as is" condition. The newly improved price reflects the requirement that Buyer pay the full Philadelphia Realty Transfer Tax at settlement.
For sale
Price cut: $17K (9/3)
$293,000
3530 Mercer St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
3beds
1,280sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
1,215 Square Feet Lot
$304,600 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting covered front porchOpen layoutSubway-tile backsplashOpen-concept main levelFront porchUpdated flooringOutdoor space
- 8 days
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sebrina Mejias 215-485-0250,
RE/MAX Access 2154002600
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2662324
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,280
- Total interior livable area: 1,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,280
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 1,215 Square Feet
- Features: Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 451274700
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Port Richmond
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $272,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,818
- Date on market: 8/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave And Dishwasher All In As Is Condition
- Exclusions: Washer & Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$304,600
$289,000 - $320,000
$1,950/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Price change | $293,000-5.5%$229/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2662324 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $310,000+19.3%$242/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2662324 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2023 | Sold | $259,900$203/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2247456 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2023 | Pending sale | $259,900$203/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2247456 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $259,900-5.5%$203/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2247456 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2023 | Listing removed | $274,900$215/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2195126 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $274,900+89.6%$215/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2195126 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2006 | Sold | $145,000$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,822 +11.1% | $201,600 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $2,541 | $181,500 |
| 2023 | $2,541 +40.7% | $181,500 |
| 2022 | $1,806 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,806 +7.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,676 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,676 +17.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,428 +1.5% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,406 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,406 +2.9% | $102,000 +843% |
| 2012 | $1,367 | $10,816 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,816 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,816 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,816 |
| 2008 | -- | $10,816 |
| 2007 | -- | $10,816 |
| 2006 | -- | $10,816 |
| 2005 | -- | $10,816 |
| 2004 | -- | $10,816 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $9,824 +8.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $9,056 +11.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $8,096 |
| 1999 | -- | $8,096 |
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Neighborhood: Richmond
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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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