Welcome to 6717 Grovers Place, located on one of the most charming and well-kept blocks in the heart of Southwest Philadelphia. This lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home has been meticulously cared for by a long-time owner and offers a perfect blend of classic layout and thoughtful updates. The first floor features a formal living room, a formal dining room, and a full kitchen that’s spotless and ready for use or personalization. Upstairs, you’ll find three well-sized bedrooms with expanded closet space and a full three-piece hall bathroom. The partially above-grade basement includes a finished recreation room, a utility and laundry area, and a rear exit that leads to a private driveway with a built-in one-car garage, plus additional parking for another vehicle. Recent upgrades offer peace of mind, including a new roof installed within the past two years, a high-efficiency Trane hot air heating system added in 2024, a 40-gallon Bradford White hot water heater, all replacement windows, and a new chimney liner installed in 2024. The home is located steps from the 17 acre Finnegan's Playground which offers play equipment, basketball, hockey and tennis courts, sports fields and a public pool. The are also offers convenient access to Center City, the Philadelphia International Airport, and major roadways including I-95 and Island Avenue. Public transportation is easily accessible, with SEPTA bus routes and the Elmwood Avenue trolley providing direct access to University City and downtown Philadelphia. This is a rare opportunity to own a home on a picturesque and neighborly block in Southwest Philly. Don’t miss your chance to make 6717 Grovers Place your next home.
Sold for $210,000
$210,000
6717 Grovers Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
3beds
1,488sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,358 Square Feet Lot
$213,700 Zestimate®
$141/sqft
$1,795 Estimated rent
Home value
$213,700
$192,000 - $237,000
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Picturesque and neighborly blockClassic layoutFinished recreation roomPrivate drivewayBuilt-in one-car garageThoughtful updatesCharming and well-kept block
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Listed by:
Al Perry 610-842-4635,
Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia
Bought with:
Mrs. Diah, RS-0037323
Springer Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2463320
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Partially Finished,Rear Entrance
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,488
- Total interior livable area: 1,488 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,188
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Faces Rear, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,358 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 75.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 406353000
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: AirLite
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elmwood Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $141/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $152,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,133
- Date on market: 4/3/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional,PHFA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $210,000-4.5%$141/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2463320 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Pending sale | $220,000$148/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2463320 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $220,000$148/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2463320 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,133 +19.5% | $152,400 +19.5% |
| 2024 | $1,785 | $127,500 |
| 2023 | $1,785 +5.7% | $127,500 |
| 2022 | $1,688 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,688 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,558 +56.1% | -- |
| 2017 | $998 +2.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $977 | -- |
| 2015 | $977 | -- |
| 2014 | $977 | $88,200 +553.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $13,504 |
| 2011 | -- | $13,504 |
| 2010 | -- | $13,504 |
| 2009 | -- | $13,504 |
| 2008 | -- | $13,504 |
| 2007 | -- | $13,504 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $12,576 |
| 2005 | -- | $12,576 |
| 2004 | -- | $12,576 +9.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $11,520 |
| 2002 | -- | $11,520 +2.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $11,200 |
| 1999 | -- | $11,200 |
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Neighborhood: Elmwood
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Tilden William T Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Patterson John M SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 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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- Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia County
- Philadelphia
- 19142
- Elmwood
- 6717 Grovers Ave
