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  • $550,000

    832 Wharton St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

    3beds
    1,618sqft
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    $3,395/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    1,005 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $340/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Classic philly stoopCheerful blue studyCool quartz countersGallery-worthy natural lightWalnut cabinetryGeometric tile backsplashWarm tone hardwood floors
    Character Meets Modern Comfort in Passyunk Square, one of Philadelphia's most beloved neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse is full of the kind of personality you can't fake. Step up the classic Philly stoop, to a crisp façade, enter through the French navy door, over the warm tone hardwood floors, under the coordinating warm wood-plank ceilings, and through gallery-worthy natural light that sets the vibe immediately. You’ll find a colorful home with soul that has been thoughtfully updated. The living room strikes a perfect balance of cozy and curated, flowing into a dining room with jewel-toned walls made for dinner parties and lingering conversation. At the heart of the home, a stunning chef's kitchen pairs walnut cabinetry with cool quartz counters, warm radiant heat floors, a geometric tile backsplash, and stainless appliances all teaming up to balance aesthetics with functionality. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms include a light-filled primary with a soaring vaulted ceiling and a generous walk-in dressing room. A cheerful blue study offers the ideal work-from-home retreat or reading room. A hall bath services both while the third floor guest suite is complete with its own ensuite bathroom featuring slate accents that add a splash of earthy texture. The upgrades here are the kind that matter: a fully owned solar array for real energy savings, high-velocity central air that keeps things cool and breezy all summer, radiant heat for cozying up and keeping everyone toasty warm in the winters, and energy-efficient windows throughout for year-round efficiency. A full basement with newer laundry offers abundant storage and room to grow. Out back, your private patio is shaded by a flowering dogwood. String lights overhead, add patio furniture, and poof, you’ve created the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening cocktails, and the rare gift of true outdoor space in the city. And the location location location? Hard to beat. You're steps from Passyunk's celebrated restaurants, world famous sandwiches, eclectic cafés, Milk Jawn, a variety of fitness facilities, local shops, leafy green parks, well-regarded schools, and public transit (el stations less than a mile away), and highway access all within easy reach. This isn't just a house. It's a place to settle in, put down roots, and enjoy.
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    Listed by:

    Jeanne Whipple 215-866-0050,

    Elfant Wissahickon Realtors (215) 866-0050,

    Listing Team: Philly Home Girls

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2651944MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Basement
      • Area: 472
      Heating
      • Radiator, Radiant, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Solar On Grid, Electric, Solar Photovoltaic
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Wood, Heated
      • Windows: Energy Efficient
      • Basement: Full
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,090
      • Total interior livable area: 1,618 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,618

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,005 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16 x 63
      • Features: Rear Yard
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 012195500
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Other
      Condition
      • Excellent
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1925

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      Green energy
      • Energy generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Passyunk Square
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $340/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $385,500
      • Annual tax amount: $5,396
      • Date on market: 8/1/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/24/2026Pending sale$550,000$340/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2651944 Report a problem
        8/5/2026Contingent$550,000$340/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2651944 Report a problem
        8/1/2026Listed for sale$550,000+29.4%$340/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2651944 Report a problem
        11/7/2019Listing removed$424,900$263/sqft
        Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut #PAPH848358 Report a problem
        11/5/2019Listed for sale$424,900+26.8%$263/sqft
        Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut #PAPH848358 Report a problem
        4/9/2015Sold$335,000-1.5%$207/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/13/2015Pending sale$339,999$210/sqft
        Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut #6484744 Report a problem
        12/18/2014Price change$339,999-2.9%$210/sqft
        Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6484744 Report a problem
        11/12/2014Listed for sale$349,999+17.6%$216/sqft
        Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6484744 Report a problem
        7/31/2012Sold$297,700-0.8%$184/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/20/2012Price change$300,000-3.2%$185/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Old City Office #6001522 Report a problem
        2/4/2012Listed for sale$310,000$192/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred #6001522 Report a problem
        12/9/2011Listing removed$310,000$192/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Old City Office #5949635 Report a problem
        10/12/2011Price change$310,000-1.6%$192/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred - Old City Office #5949635 Report a problem
        9/21/2011Listed for sale$315,000$195/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Preferred #5949635 Report a problem
        7/15/2011Listing removed$315,000$195/sqft
        Source: Tag Realty 2 LLC dba Keller Williams Realty #5837363 Report a problem
        6/21/2011Price change$315,000-1.6%$195/sqft
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        5/10/2011Price change$320,000-2.7%$198/sqft
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        4/1/2011Price change$329,000-2.9%$203/sqft
        Source: Tag Realty 2 LLC dba Keller Williams Realty #5837363 Report a problem
        3/18/2011Price change$339,000-32.1%$210/sqft
        Source: Tag Realty 2 LLC dba Keller Williams Realty #5837363 Report a problem
        1/11/2011Listed for sale$499,000+47.2%$308/sqft
        Source: NRT Philadelphia #5803884 Report a problem
        12/5/2010Listing removed$339,000$210/sqft
        Source: Tag Realty 2 LLC dba Keller Williams Realty #5777148 Report a problem
        9/25/2010Listed for sale$339,000+53.4%$210/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty - The Atacan Group #5777148 Report a problem
        8/27/2005Sold$221,000+62.5%$137/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/12/2004Sold$136,000$84/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,396 +13.5%$385,500 +13.5%
        2024$4,755 $339,700
        2023$4,755 -12.8%$339,700
        2022$5,455 --
        2021$5,455 +8.4%--
        2018$5,034 +12.5%--
        2017$4,474 +75.2%--
        2016$2,553 --
        2015$2,553 --
        2014$2,553 +12.5%$199,400 +1871.9%
        2012$2,270 $10,112
        2011-- $10,112
        2010-- $10,112
        2009-- $10,112
        2008-- $10,112
        2007-- $10,112 +7.5%
        2006-- $9,408
        2005-- $9,408
        2004-- $9,408 +10.1%
        2003-- $8,544 +2.7%
        2002-- $8,320
        2000-- $8,320
        1999-- $8,320
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Passyunk Square

        Getting around

        97 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        76 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        80 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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