Welcome to 524 N Paxon Street, a wonderful opportunity to own a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in the heart of the Mill Creek section of West Philadelphia. This classic Philadelphia rowhome offers a warm and functional layout with comfortable living spaces, great natural light, and the character that makes city homes so appealing. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to put down roots, searching for an affordable place to call home, or an investor seeking a solid addition to your portfolio, this property offers outstanding value and potential. Mill Creek continues to attract attention for its strong sense of community, convenient location, and easy access to everything Philadelphia has to offer. Enjoy nearby parks, shopping, public transportation, universities, and a quick commute to Center City. The neighborhood provides one of the more affordable entry points into the Philadelphia housing market while offering the convenience, culture, and connectivity that make city living so desirable. Affordable opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find in Philadelphia. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or a smart investment in a neighborhood with long-term potential, 524 N Paxon Street is a property you won't want to miss.
For sale
$140,000
524 N Paxon St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
3beds
940sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
791 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfortable living spacesGreat natural lightWarm and functional layoutClassic philadelphia rowhome
- 27 days |
- 196 |
- 15 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dave Lombardo 215-287-7599,
Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia 2154651400
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2651632
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 940
- Total interior livable area: 940 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 940
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 57.00
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 442259500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mill Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $88,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,238
- Date on market: 7/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,PHFA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
$1,542/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $140,000$149/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listing removed | $140,000$149/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $140,000$149/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $140,000$149/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $140,000+125.8%$149/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Listing removed | $1,350$1/sqft |
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| 4/21/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,350+22.7%$1/sqft |
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| 4/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/15/2023 | Price change | $1,100-4.3%$1/sqft |
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| 3/10/2023 | Price change | $1,150-4.2%$1/sqft |
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| 2/24/2023 | Price change | $1,200-4%$1/sqft |
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| 2/1/2023 | Price change | $1,250-3.8%$1/sqft |
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| 1/3/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2020 | Sold | $62,000-4.5%$66/sqft |
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| 1/30/2020 | Listed for sale | $64,900+1808.8%$69/sqft |
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| 6/15/2016 | Sold | $3,400$4/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,142 +34.2% | $81,600 +34.2% |
| 2024 | $851 | $60,800 |
| 2023 | $851 +48.7% | $60,800 |
| 2022 | $573 | -- |
| 2021 | $573 +82.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $314 | -- |
| 2017 | $314 +58.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $197 | -- |
| 2015 | $197 | -- |
| 2014 | $197 -56.7% | $34,000 +952% |
| 2012 | $456 | $3,232 |
| 2011 | -- | $3,232 |
| 2010 | -- | $3,232 |
| 2009 | -- | $3,232 |
| 2008 | -- | $3,232 |
| 2007 | -- | $3,232 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $3,008 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,008 |
| 2004 | -- | $3,008 |
| 2003 | -- | $3,008 -1.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $3,040 |
| 2000 | -- | $3,040 |
| 1999 | -- | $3,040 |
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Neighborhood: Mill Creek
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Rhoads James SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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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