Welcome to 6520 N. 17th Street, a well-maintained home offering a functional layout and thoughtful updates throughout. The covered front porch provides a comfortable space to sit and connect with neighbors before entering into the living room, featuring refinished original hardwood floors, a fireplace, newly installed recessed lighting, and mini split systems for both heating and cooling, in addition to radiator heat throughout the home. The living room flows directly into the dining room, where you’ll find a deep storage closet and a convenient half bathroom. From there, the layout leads into a brand new kitchen with ample cabinetry and counter space, an island with pendant lighting, and great natural light. Just off the kitchen is a shared deck with access down to the rear of the property, where a garage and additional parking are located. Upstairs, the home offers three bedrooms and a fully renovated hall bathroom. The primary bedroom is positioned at the front of the home and features generous space, a large double-door closet, and abundant natural light. The hall bathroom includes a double vanity, ceramic tile surround shower/tub combo, and additional space for storage or a linen closet. The middle bedroom is well-sized and flexible for use as an office or guest room, while the rear bedroom provides lots of natural light and a spacious layout. The fully finished basement provides valuable bonus living space, complete with a full bathroom featuring a rain head shower. This level also includes a separate utility room for storage and a dedicated laundry area, rounding out a home that balances original details with practical updates.. Conveniently located near local shops, grocery stores, and dining options, with easy access to major highways and public transportation for an easy commute into Center City and surrounding areas. Schedule your tour today!
For sale
$300,000
6520 N 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19126
4beds
2,256sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,408 Square Feet Lot
$302,400 Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garage and additional parkingAbundant natural lightCovered front porchDedicated laundry areaThree bedroomsFully renovated hall bathroomGreat natural light
- 90 days |
- 162 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alison Simon 215-847-4452,
KW Empower 215-627-3500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2603702
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 450
Heating
- Radiator, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,256
- Total interior livable area: 2,256 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,806
- Finished area below ground: 450
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 88.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 172214200
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Oak Lane
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $194,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,715
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$302,400
$287,000 - $318,000
$2,035/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000$133/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Contingent | $300,000$133/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000+233.3%$133/sqft |
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| 7/7/2025 | Sold | $90,000+68.2%$40/sqft |
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| 7/15/1996 | Sold | $53,500$24/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,716 +31.8% | $194,000 +31.8% |
| 2024 | $2,061 | $147,200 |
| 2023 | $2,061 +36.7% | $147,200 |
| 2022 | $1,508 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,508 -4.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,575 +55.2% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,015 -10.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,130 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,130 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,130 +5.4% | $110,000 +647.3% |
| 2012 | $1,072 | $14,720 |
| 2011 | -- | $14,720 |
| 2010 | -- | $14,720 |
| 2009 | -- | $14,720 |
| 2008 | -- | $14,720 |
| 2007 | -- | $14,720 +2.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $14,368 |
| 2005 | -- | $14,368 |
| 2004 | -- | $14,368 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $13,056 +5.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $12,416 +7.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $11,584 +17.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $9,856 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: West Oak Lane
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Prince Hall SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Wagner Gen Louis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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