For sale
$1,375,000
5beds
4,580sqft
51 E Penn St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
5beds
4,580sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1888
0.68 Acres
2 Garage spaces
$300 price/sqft
What's special
Exceptional craftsmanshipLarge patioExtraordinary millworkArchitectural detailingJuliet balconyDevol plumbing fixturesIntricate paneling
Occasionally, a home with truly one-of-a-kind architectural elements is thoughtfully reimagined with deep respect for its original character. Welcome to 51 E. Penn Street, a distinctive Germantown residence designed by George T. Pearson, offering a rare opportunity to own a historically significant property where celebrated stewardship has seamlessly united the craftsmanship ...
- 58 days |
- 5,814 |
- 366 |
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2619746
Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bill Shelton 267-625-7938,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill 2152473750,
Listing Team: Living Well Homes Collective, Co-Listing Team: Living Well Homes Collective,Co-Listing Agent: Baiyina B Brown 215-718-9439,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2619746
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Additional Stairway, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Stain/Lead Glass
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,580
- Total interior livable area: 4,580 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,580
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Asphalt, Private, Driveway, Other, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Balcony
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.68 Acres
- Dimensions: 130.00 x 227.00
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Open Lot, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 122000700
- Zoning: RSA2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Germantown
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $300/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $436,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,110
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,375,000+95%$300/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2619746 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2024 | Sold | $705,000-2.8%$154/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2406636 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2024 | Pending sale | $725,000$158/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2406636 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $725,000$158/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2406636 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,110 +39.6% | $436,500 +39.6% |
| 2024 | $4,376 | $312,600 |
| 2023 | $4,376 +62.8% | $312,600 |
| 2022 | $2,688 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,688 -4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,805 +24.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,245 -23.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,934 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,934 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,934 +7.4% | $233,800 +848.9% |
| 2012 | $2,731 | $24,640 |
| 2011 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2010 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2009 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2008 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2007 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2006 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2005 | -- | $24,640 |
| 2004 | -- | $24,640 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $22,400 +7.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $20,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $20,800 |
| 1999 | -- | $20,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$7,880/mo
Principal & interest
$6803
Property taxes
$1077
Estimated market value
$1,305,800
$1.24M - $1.37M
$4,926/mo
Climate risks
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Neighborhood: Wister
Nearby schools
Fitler Academics Plus
Grades K-8 • 0.5 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
4/10King Martin Luther High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.6 miles1/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
2/10