For sale

$140,000

405 W Penn St, Philadelphia, PA 19144

3beds

1,326sqft

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Townhouse

Built in 1900

1,418 Square Feet Lot

$139,100 Zestimate^®

$106/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Full unfinished basementTree for shade

The property at 405 W Penn Street in Philadelphia's Germantown neighborhood is a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rowhouse built in 1900. It offers approximately 1,326 square feet of living space, with a full, unfinished basement.. While the home is livable, it probably requires significant upgrades and your renovations. This home has a very large flat usable backyard with a tree for shade. Comparable properties in the area have sold for $280,000-$310,000, indicating potential for value appreciation post-renovation. If you're considering a full rehab, it's advisable to consult with local contractors to obtain accurate estimates for the necessary work. Additionally, exploring financing options tailored for renovation projects could be beneficial as well. This home won't last long!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement

Basement

Level: Lower

Dining room

Level: Main

Kitchen

Level: Main

Living room

Level: Main

Heating

Radiator, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Hookup, In Basement

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,926
Total interior livable area: 1,326 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,326
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Porch
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,418 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15.00 x 93.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 124027700
Zoning: RSA5
Zoning description: Residential
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Straight Thru
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Other

Condition

Fixer,Below Average
New construction: No
Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Germantown

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $106/sqft
Tax assessed value: $182,900
Annual tax amount: $2,560
Date on market: 6/5/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$139,100

$132,000 - $146,000

$1,659/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/5/2026	Listed for sale	$140,000+12%$106/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2630680 Report a problem
9/30/2025	Sold	$125,000-10.7%$94/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2488708 Report a problem
6/16/2025	Contingent	$140,000$106/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2488708 Report a problem
6/4/2025	Listed for sale	$140,000+47.4%$106/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2488708 Report a problem
3/9/2022	Sold	$95,000-29.6%$72/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH990674 Report a problem
2/9/2022	Contingent	$135,000$102/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH990674 Report a problem
12/20/2021	Listed for sale	$135,000$102/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH990674 Report a problem
8/27/2021	Listing removed	$135,000$102/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH990674 Report a problem
7/20/2021	Price change	$135,000-3.6%$102/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH990674 Report a problem
4/1/2021	Price change	$140,000-12.5%$106/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH990674 Report a problem
2/26/2021	Listed for sale	$160,000+36.8%$121/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH990674 Report a problem
10/7/2020	Listing removed	$117,000$88/sqft
Source: KW Philly South #PAPH883628 Report a problem
10/5/2020	Listed for sale	$117,000$88/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH883628 Report a problem
9/29/2020	Pending sale	$117,000$88/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH883628 Report a problem
9/29/2020	Listed for sale	$117,000$88/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH883628 Report a problem
5/12/2020	Listing removed	$117,000$88/sqft
Source: KW Philly South #PAPH883628 Report a problem
3/31/2020	Price change	$117,000-1.7%$88/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH883628 Report a problem
3/16/2020	Listed for sale	$119,000$90/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH883628 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,560 +17.9%	$182,900 +17.9%
2024	$2,171	$155,100
2023	$2,171 +41.4%	$155,100
2022	$1,536	--
2021	$1,536 -4.2%	--
2018	$1,603 -83.3%	--
2017	$9,615	--
2016	$9,615	--
2015	$9,615	--
2014	$9,615	$98,400 +1208.5%
2012	--	$7,520
2011	--	$7,520
2010	--	$7,520
2009	--	$7,520
2008	--	$7,520
2007	--	$7,520 +7.3%
2006	--	$7,008
2005	--	$7,008
2004	--	$7,008 +10.1%
2003	--	$6,368
2002	--	$6,368 +9.3%
2000	--	$5,824
1999	--	$5,824

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