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    • Price cut: $10K (7/21)
    $389,990

    539 Fernon St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

    3beds
    1,185sqft
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    $2,434/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1920
    795 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $329/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Quartz countertopsAll new duct workItalian slate floorCompletely remodeled upscale kitchenRecessed lightingFully supplied laundry roomHigh efficiency gas heater
    Highly renovated and upgraded, late Victorian townhouse, located in historic Dickinson Narrows, in south Philadelphia. Has 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, due to a unique, 95 sq. ft. ground floor extension, that has a fully supplied laundry room, plus the 1/2 bathroom. Completely remodeled, upscale kitchen, with hardwood upper and lower cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, including fridge, oven, microwave, and, dishwasher, with high end garbage disposal unit. Italian slate floor. Recessed lighting. New, top quality rubber roof, installed in Nov., 2018. All 11 windows replaced, with new frames and low E glass windows. New upstairs bathroom, New ceiling and over the vanity lighting. New, good quality carpeting (120 sq. yds) in living room, dining room, hallways, stairs, and, all 3 bedrooms The house has its original 1890 interior weather door. The original oil heat system was replaced by a high efficiency gas heater, along with all new duct work. All of the plumbing was replaced, from the upstairs pipes, to the kitchen and laundry room, to the trunk line, that runs to the drain trap outside of the house. 95% of the wiring was replaced, including a higher capacity fuse box. New high efficiency gas heater, along with all new ducting.
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    OwnerEntry.com White 617-542-9300,

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    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2636732MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Full Bath, Half Bath
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 195 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 X 15
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10 X 12
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 135 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 X 15
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 180 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 15
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 72 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8 X 9
      Half bath
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 40 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5 X 8
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 169 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 X 13
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 180 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 X 15
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Dirt Floor
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,185
      • Total interior livable area: 1,185 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,185
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 795 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 53.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 011355400
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Dickinson Narrows
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $329/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $251,200
      • Annual tax amount: $3,516
      • Date on market: 6/15/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Listed for rent$1,995+14%$2/sqft
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        7/21/2026Price change$389,990-2.5%$329/sqft
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        6/15/2026Listed for sale$399,993$338/sqft
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        11/19/2025Listing removed$1,750$1/sqft
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        11/2/2025Price change$1,750-2.8%$1/sqft
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        10/7/2025Price change$1,800+5.9%$2/sqft
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        10/2/2025Listing removed$399,993$338/sqft
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        9/15/2025Price change$1,700-2.9%$1/sqft
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        9/8/2025Listed for rent$1,750-12.3%$1/sqft
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        9/7/2025Listing removed$1,995$2/sqft
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        9/3/2025Price change$1,995-9.1%$2/sqft
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        8/1/2025Listed for rent$2,195+10%$2/sqft
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        6/25/2025Price change$399,993-3.6%$338/sqft
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        5/18/2025Listed for sale$414,990-3.5%$350/sqft
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        10/8/2024Listing removed$1,995$2/sqft
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        9/28/2024Listed for rent$1,995+2.3%$2/sqft
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        9/13/2024Listing removed$1,950$2/sqft
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        9/5/2024Listed for rent$1,950-7.1%$2/sqft
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        8/23/2024Listing removed--
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        8/18/2024Price change$2,100-2.3%$2/sqft
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        8/17/2024Listing removed--
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        8/10/2024Price change$429,990-1.1%$363/sqft
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        8/6/2024Listed for rent$2,150$2/sqft
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        8/1/2024Price change$434,900-1.1%$367/sqft
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        7/23/2024Listed for sale$439,900$371/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,516 +16.6%$251,200 +16.6%
        2024$3,017 $215,500
        2023$3,017 +19.1%$215,500
        2022$2,532 --
        2021$2,532 +8.3%--
        2018$2,338 --
        2017$2,338 +40%--
        2016$1,670 --
        2015$1,670 --
        2014$1,670 -17%$150,100 +2477.3%
        2012$2,011 $5,824
        2011-- $5,824
        2010-- $5,824
        2009-- $5,824
        2008-- $5,824
        2007-- $5,824 +7.7%
        2006-- $5,408
        2005-- $5,408
        2004-- $5,408
        2003-- $5,408
        2002-- $5,408
        2000-- $5,408
        1999-- $5,408
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Dickinson Narrows

        Getting around

        89 / 100
        Very Walkable
        64 / 100
        Good Transit
        82 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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        • District: Philadelphia City

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