Welcome to 555 Geneva Avenue — a classic straight-through rowhome in Philadelphia’s Olney neighborhood. This solid 3-bedroom, 1-bath brick home offers 1,140 sq ft of functional living space, ideal for first-time buyers or investors. Recent upgrades include new vinyl siding installed in 2024 with warranty, a new hot water heater (2025), and a newer main roof in 2024 with 9 years remaining on the warranty. The porch roof was replaced in 2020 and still has 5 years left on its warranty. The hall bathroom was updated in 2021. Inside, you’ll find original hardwood floors throughout, an enclosed porch with transom windows, a bright living room, and an eat-in kitchen. Upstairs, three well-sized bedrooms offer ample closet space with access to the hall bath. The unfinished basement adds potential for storage, a home gym, or a workshop. Out back, enjoy a deck, and a rear-entry detached garage — a rare find for the area. With no HOA fees, individually metered utilities, and a growing neighborhood, this home offers strong long-term value. Located just minutes from local schools, public transportation, and everyday amenities, 555 Geneva Ave offers the world at your fingertips. Don't miss this opportunity to own a move-in-ready home with room to grow!
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
555 Geneva Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120
3beds
1,140sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1942
1,271 Square Feet Lot
$204,100 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$1,725 Estimated rent
Home value
$204,100
$186,000 - $222,000
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Rear-entry detached garageEat-in kitchenTransom windowsNewer main roofWell-sized bedroomsEnclosed porchOriginal hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Bryan Bishop Mathews 610-212-4171,
RE/MAX Classic
Bought with:
Shantele Soto, RS316452
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2518590
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None, Other
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,140
- Total interior livable area: 1,140 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,140
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 1,271 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 85.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 421219400
- Zoning: RSA5
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Olney
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $161,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,256
- Date on market: 7/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: FHA,Conventional,Cash,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $200,000$175/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2518590 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Pending sale | $200,000$175/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Contingent | $200,000+2.6%$175/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000+39.4%$171/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2518590 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2019 | Sold | $139,900$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2019 | Price change | $139,900-6.7%$123/sqft |
Source: MIS Realty #PAPH827030 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $150,000$132/sqft |
Source: MIS Realty #PAPH827030 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,256 +31.7% | $161,200 +31.7% |
| 2024 | $1,713 | $122,400 |
| 2023 | $1,713 +30.9% | $122,400 |
| 2022 | $1,309 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,309 +7.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,216 +85.3% | -- |
| 2017 | $657 -93.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $10,142 +881.8% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,033 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,033 | $103,800 +746.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $12,256 |
| 2011 | -- | $12,256 |
| 2010 | -- | $12,256 |
| 2009 | -- | $12,256 |
| 2008 | -- | $12,256 |
| 2007 | -- | $12,256 +0.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $12,160 |
| 2005 | -- | $12,160 |
| 2004 | -- | $12,160 +3.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $11,744 +7% |
| 2002 | -- | $10,976 +9.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $10,048 |
| 1999 | -- | $10,048 |
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Neighborhood: Olney
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Olney Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Olney High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Olney High School East
- 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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