Fantastic porch-front home right across the street from Malcolm X Park! This extra large Victorian twin is big on space and character. Enter the home into an open living/dining room space that also features a powder room. Go through to the spacious kitchen with a large island and plenty of prep space. On the second floor you'll find a large front bedroom with a cozy bay window and a private bathroom. On this level is another spacious bedroom, 2 full bathrooms and a laundry closet. The 3rd floor is home to 3 more bedrooms and a spacious hall bath featuring a double vanity. The basement has been outfitted with its' own full bathroom and a kitchenette. With access either from the kitchen or the backyard this makes a great airbnb or in-law suite. Located close to all that West Philadelphia has to offer like great restaurants and shops. The home is also close to the Market Frankford line, or hop on the 34 trolley and you're at Penn or Center City in minutes.
Sold for $541,237
$541,237
447 S 51st St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
5beds
3,906sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
2,000 Square Feet Lot
$790,200 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$4,584 Estimated rent
Home value
$790,200
$703,000 - $901,000
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Extra large victorian twinOpen livingFantastic porch-front homeMalcolm x parkPowder roomPlenty of prep spaceLarge island
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Listed by:
Josh Allen 215-850-6680,
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square,
Listing Team: The Josh Allen Team, Co-Listing Team: The Josh Allen Team,Co-Listing Agent: John Carfi 215-203-6989,
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Bought with:
Janette Spirk, RS324145
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2222598
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 976
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Upper Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Connecting Stairway
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,906
- Total interior livable area: 3,906 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,930
- Finished area below ground: 976
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,000 sqft
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 100.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 602165400
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Garden Court
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2023 | Sold | $541,237-1.6%$139/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2222598 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2023 | Pending sale | $550,000$141/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2222598 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2023 | Price change | $550,000-4.3%$141/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2222598 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2023 | Price change | $575,000-4%$147/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2222598 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $599,000+55.2%$153/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2222598 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2018 | Listing removed | $640 |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2018 | Listed for rent | $640 |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2017 | Sold | $385,900-1%$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2017 | Pending sale | $389,900$100/sqft |
Source: Philadelphia - Center City #7052589 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $389,900+34.4%$100/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Center City #7052589 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2013 | Sold | $290,000-12.4%$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2008 | Sold | $331,000+287.1%$85/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2005 | Sold | $85,500$22/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,935 +22.5% | $566,900 +22.5% |
| 2024 | $6,480 | $462,900 |
| 2023 | $6,480 +45.1% | $462,900 |
| 2022 | $4,467 | -- |
| 2021 | $4,467 +3.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $4,306 | -- |
| 2017 | $4,306 +18.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,624 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,624 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,624 +53.2% | $206,500 +856% |
| 2012 | $2,365 | $21,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $21,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $21,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $21,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $21,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $21,600 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $20,096 +61% |
| 2005 | -- | $12,480 |
| 2004 | -- | $12,480 |
| 2003 | -- | $12,480 |
| 2002 | -- | $12,480 |
| 2000 | -- | $12,480 |
| 1999 | -- | $12,480 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Garden Court
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lea Henry C SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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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