Under contract

$150,000

522 W Somerville Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120

3beds

2baths

1,260sqft

$1,059/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1940

-- sqft lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$119/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Nice-sized rear yardFront porchSolid layout

Great opportunity for an investor or house hacker! This duplex at 522 W Somerville Ave is ready for renovation and offers a solid layout with income-producing potential. The first-floor unit features 1 bedroom and a kitchen, while the second-floor unit offers 2 bedrooms. The property has separate gas and electric utilities, making it ideal for an owner occupant looking to live in one unit and rent the other, or an investor looking to renovate and add a duplex to their portfolio. Additional features include a basement with very high ceilings, a front porch, and a nice-sized rear yard. Conveniently located near shopping, stores, public transportation, and other neighborhood amenities. Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this property. Property is being sold in its current condition.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2

Basement

Area: 600

Heating

Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater

Features

Basement: Concrete
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,860
Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,307 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade
Parcel number: 612000600
Zoning: RSA5
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Architectural style: Other
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Concrete
Foundation: Brick/Mortar

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Olney

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $119/sqft
Tax assessed value: $202,000
Annual tax amount: $2,827
Date on market: 9/16/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/27/2026	Contingent	$150,000$119/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2671354 Report a problem
9/16/2026	Listed for sale	$150,000+53.8%$119/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2671354 Report a problem
1/9/2020	Sold	$97,500-80.5%$77/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/30/2017	Sold	$500,000+443.5%$397/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/14/2005	Sold	$92,000+36.3%$73/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/2/2003	Sold	$67,500$54/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,352 +8.8%	$168,000 +8.8%
2024	$2,161	$154,400
2023	$2,161 +41.4%	$154,400
2022	$1,529	--
2021	$1,529 +7.6%	--
2018	$1,421	--
2017	$1,421 -0.8%	--
2016	$1,432	--
2015	$1,432	--
2014	$1,432 +4.5%	$102,300 +845.8%
2012	$1,371	$10,816
2011	--	$10,816
2010	--	$10,816
2009	--	$10,816
2008	--	$10,816
2007	--	$10,816
2006	--	$10,816
2005	--	$10,816 +18.6%
2004	--	$9,120
2003	--	$9,120
2002	--	$9,120
2000	--	$9,120
1999	--	$9,120