Welcome to 856 N 20th Street, a classic Philadelphia rowhome ideally situated in the heart of the highly desirable Fairmount neighborhood. This home offers approximately 1,700+ square feet of living space across three levels, blending historic charm with everyday functionality. Step inside to find a traditional straight-through layout featuring generous living and dining areas, high ceilings, and abundant natural light. The home’s layout provides excellent flow for both comfortable living and entertaining. The kitchen offers ample space for customization, making it an ideal opportunity to create your dream culinary space. Upstairs, you’ll find multiple spacious bedrooms with flexible configurations for home office or guest use. The property also includes a full basement, providing additional storage or potential for future finishing. Outside, enjoy a private rear yard—perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing in the city. With its prime location just steps from Fairmount Avenue, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Kelly Drive, and some of the city’s best dining and cultural amenities, this home offers unbeatable convenience. Whether you’re an owner-occupant looking to personalize a home in a premier location or an investor seeking strong upside potential, 856 N 20th Street presents a rare opportunity in one of Philadelphia’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Pending
$575,000
856 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
3beds
1,720sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
1,072 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$334/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private rear yardFull basementAbundant natural lightHigh ceilingsTraditional straight-through layoutMultiple spacious bedrooms
- 70 days |
- 18 |
- 0 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Derek Greene 888-278-5840,
The Greene Realty Group 8882785840
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2612244
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Heated,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Side Entrance,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,720
- Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,720
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Site
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,072 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 67.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 151089700
- Zoning: RM-1
- Zoning description: Residential Multi-family (Low Density)
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Fairmount
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $334/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $571,300
- Annual tax amount: $7,997
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,FHA 203(k),VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Pending sale | $575,000$334/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000+49.4%$334/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Listing removed | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,000+16.1%$2/sqft |
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| 10/25/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/4/2023 | Price change | $2,585-7.7%$2/sqft |
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| 9/14/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,800+12.2%$2/sqft |
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| 4/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/10/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,495$1/sqft |
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| 1/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/6/2021 | Price change | $2,495-16.7%$1/sqft |
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| 1/5/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,995+24.8%$2/sqft |
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| 2/12/2020 | Listing removed | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 12/12/2019 | Price change | $2,400-7.7%$1/sqft |
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| 11/1/2019 | Price change | $2,600-3.7%$2/sqft |
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| 10/20/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,700+3.8%$2/sqft |
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| 6/14/2018 | Listing removed | $2,600$2/sqft |
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| 4/16/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,600$2/sqft |
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| 1/28/2018 | Listing removed | $2,600$2/sqft |
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| 12/29/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,600$2/sqft |
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| 10/3/2016 | Sold | $385,000-3.7%$224/sqft |
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| 6/16/2016 | Listing removed | $399,900$233/sqft |
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| 5/26/2016 | Price change | $399,900-5.9%$233/sqft |
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| 4/15/2016 | Listed for sale | $424,900+8.9%$247/sqft |
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| 12/24/2015 | Listing removed | $390,000$227/sqft |
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| 12/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $390,000-2.7%$227/sqft |
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| 4/6/2005 | Sold | $401,000+192.7%$233/sqft |
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| 4/12/2004 | Sold | $137,000+813.3%$80/sqft |
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| 9/14/1999 | Sold | $15,000+1400%$9/sqft |
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| 8/10/1999 | Sold | $1,000$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,997 +17.1% | $571,300 +17.1% |
| 2024 | $6,830 | $487,900 |
| 2023 | $6,830 +6% | $487,900 |
| 2022 | $6,442 | -- |
| 2021 | $6,442 +3.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $6,235 | -- |
| 2017 | $6,235 +5.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $5,918 | -- |
| 2015 | $5,918 | -- |
| 2014 | $5,918 +4.5% | $422,800 +1611.5% |
| 2012 | $5,666 | $24,704 |
| 2011 | -- | $24,704 |
| 2010 | -- | $24,704 |
| 2009 | -- | $24,704 |
| 2008 | -- | $24,704 |
| 2007 | -- | $24,704 |
| 2006 | -- | $24,704 |
| 2005 | -- | $24,704 |
| 2004 | -- | $24,704 +208.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $8,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $8,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $8,000 |
| 1999 | -- | $8,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Francisville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bache-Martin SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Laura W. Waring School
- Middle: Laura W. Waring
- High: Benjamin Franklin
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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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