Step onto a peaceful, highly desirable block in the heart of South Philadelphia, where classic neighborhood charm meets an unbeatable location just blocks from the stadium complex (Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field, and the Wells Fargo Center). Offered for the first time in 43 years, this cherished 3-bedroom and 2-bathrooms, this home has been lovingly maintained by the same family and is now ready for its next chapter. Featuring a wonderfully wide living room that offers an immediate sense of space and warmth, the main level flows into a generously sized eat-in kitchen brimming with potential. Upstairs, you will find three well-proportioned bedrooms and a full bathroom, complemented by a convenient half-bath in the basement. Whether you are looking to preserve its vintage character with modern updates or design your dream South Philly townhouse from the ground up, this property is a rare find in an ultimate location. Enjoy easy access to local favorites, FDR Park, major highways, and the Broad Street Line, all while coming home to a quiet, tight-knit block with true historic South Philly roots. Schedule your tour today and bring your vision to make this house your home!
For sale
$295,000
701 Johnston St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
3beds
1,116sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1960
1,419 Square Feet Lot
$319,200 Zestimate®
$264/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generously sized eat-in kitchenThree well-proportioned bedrooms
- 10 hours
- 106
- 8
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mr. Haroun Zellagui 267-251-4480,
Keller Williams Main Line 6105200100
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2664422
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Basement
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,116
- Total interior livable area: 1,116 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,116
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Public, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level,Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,419 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.00 x 66.00
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 395033000
- Zoning: RSA5
- Zoning description: residential
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Fiber Optic
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Whitman
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $264/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $144,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,019
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,PHFA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Gas Stove, Refrigerator, Washing Machine, Dryer Machine, Dishwasher
- Exclusions: Owner's Belonging And Furniture
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$319,200
$294,000 - $345,000
$2,309/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $295,000$264/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2664422 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,099 +102.9% | $292,800 +14.2% |
| 2024 | $2,020 | $256,500 |
| 2023 | $2,020 | $256,500 |
| 2022 | $2,020 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,020 -23.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,647 +31% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,020 | -- |
| 2016 | $2,020 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,020 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,020 +31.7% | $174,100 +1031.1% |
| 2012 | $1,534 | $15,392 |
| 2011 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2010 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2009 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2008 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2007 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2006 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2005 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2004 | -- | $15,392 |
| 2003 | -- | $15,392 +7.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $14,336 |
| 2000 | -- | $14,336 |
| 1999 | -- | $14,336 |
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Neighborhood: Stadium District
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