Welcome to this classic straight thru townhouse, featuring 4 bedrooms high ceiling and original accents. This 1458 sqft is a great starter home for a large family. The property has well maintain utility service and rear yard, great for family barbeque. Close to public transportation, shopping center, within walking distance to Baltimore Ave Bars and Restaurants. Property is great for investor or owner occupied. Rental income will exceed the mortgage payment or pay below the rental rate for the area. Property is currently occupied we will need 24 hrs notice for all showings.
Sold for $168,000
$168,000
838 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
4beds
1,458sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,253 Square Feet Lot
$159,600 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$1,786 Estimated rent
Home value
$159,600
$152,000 - $168,000
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Original accentsRear yardHigh ceilingGreat for family barbeque
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Listed by:
Christopher Herbert 215-696-6069,
RE/MAX Affiliates
Bought with:
Christopher Herbert, AB067682
RE/MAX Affiliates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2528608
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,458
- Total interior livable area: 1,458 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,458
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors - Swing In, Accessible Doors, Doors - Lever Handle(s)
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,253 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 80.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 463224800
- Zoning: RM1
- 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 Septic, Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Cobbs Creek
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2026 | Sold | $168,000+1.8%$115/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2528608 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2025 | Pending sale | $165,000$113/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $165,000+3.8%$113/sqft |
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| 1/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2266690 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2023 | Price change | $159,000-0.6%$109/sqft |
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| 11/8/2023 | Price change | $159,900-5.9%$110/sqft |
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| 10/10/2023 | Price change | $169,900-2.9%$117/sqft |
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| 9/12/2023 | Price change | $174,900-2.2%$120/sqft |
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| 8/30/2023 | Price change | $178,900-0.6%$123/sqft |
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| 8/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $180,000$123/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,178 +25% | $155,600 +25% |
| 2024 | $1,743 | $124,500 |
| 2023 | $1,743 +51.5% | $124,500 |
| 2022 | $1,151 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,151 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,109 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,109 +13.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $977 | -- |
| 2015 | $977 | -- |
| 2014 | $977 -7.6% | $78,900 +682.7% |
| 2012 | $1,057 | $10,080 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2008 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2007 | -- | $10,080 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $9,376 |
| 2005 | -- | $9,376 |
| 2004 | -- | $9,376 +10.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $8,512 +1.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $8,352 +23.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $6,784 +6% |
| 1999 | -- | $6,400 |
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Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrington Avery D SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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