For sale

Price cut: $10K (10/7)

$249,000

439 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19120

3beds

1,224sqft

$1,669/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1946

2,154 Square Feet Lot

$247,700 Zestimate^®

$203/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Good size bedroomsNew heaterNew microwaveNew dishwasherDining roomNew rangeNew refrigerator

One of the nicer homes on one of the nicest blocks in Lawncrest. TOTALLY REHABBED THROUGHOUT , in mint condition. 3 bedroom, 1 bath row that has all the bells and whistles. First floor greets you with a good size living room, Dining room and BRAND NEW Kitchen with breakfast bar, NEW Refrigerator, NEW Dishwasher, NEW Microwave, NEW Range. Newer flooring throughout. NEW Heater, NEW C/A, NEW Electric service. Second floor has a generous size main bedroom and two more good size bedrooms and NEW Hall Bath. Exterior is well kept, Large front yard; fenced in long driveway and all of this sits on one of the most desired blocks in the area. Home is located within blocks of the updated City Rec Center; walk to bus stop; only a few blocks from the train line that gets you to Center City in minutes. Also, reach out to your agent and about 1st time buyer programs and grants.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Windows: Replacement, Skylight(s)
Basement: Partial,Garage Access,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Improved,Partially Finished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,224
Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,224
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway, On Street
Attached garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None
Fencing: Back Yard

Lot

Size: 2,154 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18.00 x 120.00
Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 352133700
Zoning: RSA5
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: AirLite
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Flat

Condition

Excellent,Very Good,Good
New construction: No
Year built: 1946

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Lawncrest

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $203/sqft
Tax assessed value: $212,900
Annual tax amount: $2,980
Date on market: 8/29/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Inclusions: New Refrigerator
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$247,700

$235,000 - $260,000

$1,931/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/7/2026	Price change	$249,000-3.9%$203/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2664766 Report a problem
8/29/2026	Listed for sale	$259,000-7.1%$212/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2664766 Report a problem
3/27/2026	Listing removed	$278,833$228/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556266 Report a problem
2/4/2026	Price change	$278,833-0.1%$228/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556266 Report a problem
1/5/2026	Price change	$279,000-3.4%$228/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556266 Report a problem
12/1/2025	Price change	$288,833-0.1%$236/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556266 Report a problem
11/8/2025	Listed for sale	$289,000+65.1%$236/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556266 Report a problem
9/23/2024	Sold	$175,000+41.2%$143/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/28/2005	Sold	$123,900+93.9%$101/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/22/2000	Sold	$63,900$52/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,871 +26.4%	$205,100 +26.4%
2024	$2,272	$162,300
2023	$2,272 +39.1%	$162,300
2022	$1,634	--
2021	$1,634 +4.2%	--
2018	$1,568	--
2017	$1,568 -85.5%	--
2016	$10,817 +598%	--
2015	$1,550	--
2014	$1,550	$110,700 +616.2%
2012	--	$15,456
2011	--	$15,456
2010	--	$15,456
2009	--	$15,456
2008	--	$15,456
2007	--	$15,456 +7.6%
2006	--	$14,368
2005	--	$14,368
2004	--	$14,368 +5.6%
2003	--	$13,600
2002	--	$13,600
2000	--	$13,600 -4.1%
1999	--	$14,176