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Sold for $605,000
  • $605,000

    717 S Schell St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

    2beds
    1,170sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1960
    546 Square Feet Lot
    $607,500 Zestimate®
    $517/sqft
    $2,773 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $607,500

    $565,000 - $656,000

    $2,773/mo

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    What's special

    Custom shelvingModern stylish kitchenOpen floor planMove-in readyTree-lined blocksPocket parksQuiet side street
    Move-in ready and full of character, this bright and airy townhouse sits on a quiet side street in Bella Vista — one of South Philly's most walkable, beloved communities — with the kind of craftsmanship that newer construction simply can't replicate. The home has been thoughtfully updated where it counts most, with a renovated kitchen and two renovated bathrooms. The open floor plan opens into a modern stylish kitchen that features stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, custom shelving, and access to the private outdoor patio perfect for morning coffee and grilling. The second-floor functions beautifully as an open den, office, or flex space, and could be enclosed by next owner to create a fully private bedroom — giving you options depending on how you like to live — adjacent to its own beautifully renovated full bathroom. The third floor is home to the primary bedroom which gets amazing light and comes equipped with its own beautiful full bathroom. Both floors contain closet space and additional nooks for dressers, desks and storage making every square inch of the home functional. The basement is home to laundry and storage. This home falls within the coveted Meredith School catchment, one of the most sought-after public schools in the city. A short walk from 9th Street's iconic Italian Market, Passyunk and South Street, Whole Foods, and many of the city's best shops and restaurants — this is a turn-key opportunity in a neighborhood that only keeps appreciating where you will be well fed all day every day! Tree-lined blocks, pocket parks, and genuine walkability make this one of the few Philadelphia neighborhoods where a car feels totally optional. Come see it before someone else does!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Karrie Gavin 215-260-1376,

    Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square,

    Listing Team: Karrie Gavin Group

    Bought with:

    Zach Matz, RS363851

    Keller Williams Main Line

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2589244MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Upper
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,170
    • Total interior livable area: 1,170 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,170

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 546 sqft
    • Dimensions: 15.00 x 36.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade
    • Parcel number: 023239300
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1960

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Bella Vista
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/8/2026Sold$605,000+2.5%$517/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2589244 Report a problem
    3/14/2026Pending sale$590,000$504/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2589244 Report a problem
    3/10/2026Contingent$590,000$504/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2589244 Report a problem
    3/5/2026Listed for sale$590,000+3.5%$504/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2589244 Report a problem
    6/30/2022Sold$569,900$487/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2106084 Report a problem
    6/21/2022Pending sale$569,900$487/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2106084 Report a problem
    6/2/2022Contingent$569,900$487/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2106084 Report a problem
    5/4/2022Price change$569,900-2.6%$487/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2106084 Report a problem
    4/21/2022Listed for sale$585,000+4.3%$500/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2106084 Report a problem
    7/30/2021Sold$561,000-0.7%$479/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/5/2021Pending sale$565,000+7.6%$483/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH1001804 Report a problem
    4/3/2021Listed for sale$525,000+129.3%$449/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH1001804 Report a problem
    4/15/2019Sold$229,000-23.4%$196/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/9/2019Pending sale$299,000$256/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Haverford Sales Office #PAPH513080 Report a problem
    2/7/2019Listed for sale$299,000$256/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Haverford Sales Office #PAPH513080 Report a problem
    1/29/2019Pending sale$299,000$256/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Haverford Sales Office #PAPH513080 Report a problem
    1/26/2019Price change$299,000-3.5%$256/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Haverford Sales Office #PAPH513080 Report a problem
    1/22/2019Listed for sale$309,900$265/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford #PAPH513080 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,965 +35.4%$569,000 +35.4%
    2024$5,883 $420,300
    2023$5,883 +2.7%$420,300
    2022$5,727 +116.8%--
    2021$2,641 -50%--
    2018$5,284 +100.1%--
    2017$2,641 --
    2016$2,641 --
    2015$2,641 --
    2014$2,641 +4.5%$279,600 +1289.1%
    2012$2,529 $20,128
    2011-- $20,128
    2010-- $20,128
    2009-- $20,128
    2008-- $20,128
    2007-- $20,128 +7.5%
    2006-- $18,720
    2005-- $18,720
    2004-- $18,720
    2003-- $18,720 +37.3%
    2002-- $13,632 +6.8%
    2000-- $12,768
    1999-- $12,768

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Bella Vista

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: William M. Meredith School
    • Middle: William M. Meredith
    • 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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