Step into timeless elegance with this large 6-bedroom, 2.5-bath Victorian-style home nestled in the heart of desirable Fairmount. This three-story residence showcases original charm and character throughout, including stunning hardwood floors, intricate moldings, and a classic marble fireplace. Enjoy a spacious layout with generously sized living and dining rooms—perfect for entertaining—along with an updated kitchen and convenient main-floor laundry. Located just minutes from shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, and public transportation, with easy access to Center City’s business district. A rare opportunity to rent in one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant neighborhoods! Some photos are from previous listing and are virtually staged. Leased until 4/1/27, but can be delivered vacant with 60 days notice.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (4/30)
$695,000
853 N 26th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
6beds
2,586sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1915
1,156 Square Feet Lot
$680,100 Zestimate®
$269/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three-story residenceIntricate moldingsConvenient main-floor laundrySpacious layoutStunning hardwood floorsClassic marble fireplaceUpdated kitchen
- 115 days |
- 764 |
- 25 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael McCann 215-709-4141,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: The Mike Mccann Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2591666
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 6
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,586
- Total interior livable area: 2,586 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,586
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 68.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 151282700
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fairmount
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $269/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $647,200
- Annual tax amount: $9,059
- Date on market: 3/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$680,100
$646,000 - $714,000
$3,960/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $695,000-4.1%$269/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Price change | $725,000-3.3%$280/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000+7.3%$290/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Listing removed | $3,250$1/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Price change | $3,250-4.4%$1/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,400$1/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Listing removed | $3,400$1/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,400$1/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Listing removed | $3,400$1/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Price change | $3,400-5.6%$1/sqft |
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| 6/9/2025 | Price change | $3,600-4%$1/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,750+4.2%$1/sqft |
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| 7/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/17/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,600+20.2%$1/sqft |
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| 8/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $699,000+83.9%$270/sqft |
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| 6/28/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/7/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,995-3.4%$1/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/1/2019 | Listing removed | $3,100$1/sqft |
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| 5/15/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,100+3.3%$1/sqft |
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| 6/8/2017 | Listing removed | $3,000$1/sqft |
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| 5/9/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,000+5.3%$1/sqft |
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| 4/10/2014 | Listing removed | $2,850$1/sqft |
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| 3/10/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,850$1/sqft |
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| 5/12/2005 | Sold | $380,000+153.3%$147/sqft |
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| 11/20/2001 | Sold | $150,000$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,060 +15.4% | $647,200 +15.4% |
| 2024 | $7,850 | $560,800 |
| 2023 | $7,850 +9.5% | $560,800 |
| 2022 | $7,168 | -- |
| 2021 | $7,168 | -- |
| 2018 | $7,168 | -- |
| 2017 | $7,168 +6.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $6,733 | -- |
| 2015 | $6,733 | -- |
| 2014 | $6,733 +4.5% | $481,000 +1211.6% |
| 2012 | $6,445 | $36,672 |
| 2011 | -- | $36,672 |
| 2010 | -- | $36,672 |
| 2009 | -- | $36,672 |
| 2008 | -- | $36,672 |
| 2007 | -- | $36,672 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $34,112 |
| 2005 | -- | $34,112 |
| 2004 | -- | $34,112 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $31,008 +21.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $25,568 +14.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $22,400 |
| 1999 | -- | $22,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Fairmount
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Morris Robert SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Vaux HS: A Big Picture SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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