Discover the charm of this delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom townhouse, built in 1925 and brimming with character. The classic brick exterior invites you into a warm and inviting interior, perfect for creating lasting memories. The straight-thru design maximizes space, offering a seamless flow from room to room. Imagine cozy evenings in the living area, or hosting gatherings in the heart of the home. The unfinished basement presents a blank canvas for your personal touch-transform it into a recreation room, home gym, or additional storage. Enjoy the convenience of on-street parking and a low-maintenance lot, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your new home. This property is a wonderful opportunity to embrace a lifestyle of comfort and community. Don't miss your chance to make this charming townhouse your forever home! Property in need of renovations but the potential is endless!
For sale
$90,000
859 N 47th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
1,070sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
966 Square Feet Lot
$108,000 Zestimate®
$84/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic brick exteriorStraight-thru design maximizes spaceLow-maintenance lotWarm and inviting interior
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nickeida Brown 267-298-6832,
Niahda Real Estate 2154746493,
Co-Listing Agent: Yvonne P Alexander 215-964-5218,
Niahda Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2688744
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,070
- Total interior livable area: 1,070 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,070
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 966 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 062408800
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $84/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $113,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,465
- Date on market: 11/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$108,000
$78,000 - $143,000
$1,494/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $90,000+1032.1%$84/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2688744 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/1983 | Sold | $7,950$7/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,590 +48.7% | $113,600 +48.7% |
| 2024 | $1,069 | $76,400 |
| 2023 | $1,069 +44.4% | $76,400 |
| 2022 | $740 | -- |
| 2021 | $740 +86.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $396 -89.7% | -- |
| 2017 | $3,860 | -- |
| 2016 | $3,860 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,860 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,860 | $39,500 +801% |
| 2012 | -- | $4,384 |
| 2011 | -- | $4,384 |
| 2010 | -- | $4,384 |
| 2009 | -- | $4,384 |
| 2008 | -- | $4,384 |
| 2007 | -- | $4,384 +7.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $4,064 |
| 2005 | -- | $4,064 |
| 2004 | -- | $4,064 |
| 2003 | -- | $4,064 +27% |
| 2002 | -- | $3,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $3,200 +5.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $3,040 |
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Neighborhood: Mill Creek
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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