Welcome to 636 N 40th Street, a lovely updated Belmont gem offering a perfect blend of modern and classic Philadelphia charm. This house is in the best location just minutes from Penn, Drexel, and CHOP - an ideal fit for hospital and university professionals looking to stay close to everything. Be welcomed home by soaring high ceilings and rooms filled with natural sunshine and architectural details. The huge kitchen is designed for both function and style. Throughout you'll find a balance of fresh improvements along with original character that adds personality. Upper floors offer generously sized bedrooms with flexibility for everyone. The third floor has a an additional private entrance making it perfect for a nanny or in-laws. This house is freshly painted and move in ready. Property is eligible for Penn and Drexel home purchase assistance programs: PHOS-Penn Home Ownership Services and CCRP-Closing Cost Reduction Program.
Sold for $425,000
$425,000
636 N 40th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
5beds
2,364sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
2,300 Square Feet Lot
$439,000 Zestimate®
$180/sqft
$2,693 Estimated rent
Home value
$439,000
$417,000 - $461,000
$2,693/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pamela Galster 215-478-2280,
Sovereign Home Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: John Galster 215-801-5214,
Sovereign Home Realty
Bought with:
Auri Rodriguez, RS365543
Keller Williams Main Line
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2597932
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,364
- Total interior livable area: 2,364 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,364
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,300 sqft
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 115.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 061166400
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry, Brick
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Belmont
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Sold | $425,000-5.6%$180/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2597932 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Pending sale | $450,000$190/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2597932 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Price change | $450,000+12.5%$190/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2597932 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2026 | Price change | $399,999-5.9%$169/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2599962 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Price change | $424,999-5.6%$180/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2599962 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+542.9%$190/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2597932 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2013 | Sold | $70,000-12.5%$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2013 | Listed for sale | $80,000$34/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,055 -3.9% | $361,100 -3.9% |
| 2024 | $5,259 | $375,700 |
| 2023 | $5,259 +47.6% | $375,700 |
| 2022 | $3,562 | -- |
| 2021 | $3,562 +3.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,435 | -- |
| 2017 | $3,435 +5.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,270 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,270 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,270 +29.2% | $188,900 +3708.5% |
| 2012 | $2,531 | $4,960 |
| 2011 | -- | $4,960 |
| 2010 | -- | $4,960 |
| 2009 | -- | $4,960 +61.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $3,072 |
| 2007 | -- | $3,072 |
| 2006 | -- | $3,072 |
| 2005 | -- | $3,072 |
| 2004 | -- | $3,072 |
| 2003 | -- | $3,072 |
| 2002 | -- | $3,072 |
| 2000 | -- | $3,072 |
| 1999 | -- | $3,072 |
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Neighborhood: Belmont
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Washington Martha SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10West Philadelphia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 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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Estimated market value
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