For sale

$85,000

885 N 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

3beds

1,546sqft

$600/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1920

1,343 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$55/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Investor and builder opportunity in Mill Creek, West Philadelphia! Property is being sold in shell condition and will require a full renovation. Bring your contractor and vision to this value-add opportunity. Conveniently located near neighborhood shopping, public transportation, and major roadways, including SEPTA bus routes, the 46th Street Market-Frankford Line, I-76, and Route 1. Enjoy close proximity to University City, local parks, recreation, and neighborhood amenities throughout West Philadelphia.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater

Features

Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,546
Total interior livable area: 1,546 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,546
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,343 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 062428800
Zoning: RSA5
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Other

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Mill Creek

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $55/sqft
Tax assessed value: $90,800
Annual tax amount: $1,271
Date on market: 9/21/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,799/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/7/2026	Listed for sale	$85,000$55/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2672198 Report a problem
10/6/2026	Contingent	$85,000$55/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2672198 Report a problem
9/22/2026	Listed for sale	$85,000+23.2%$55/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2672198 Report a problem
10/31/2025	Sold	$69,000+6.2%$45/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2545186 Report a problem
10/11/2025	Contingent	$65,000$42/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2545186 Report a problem
10/8/2025	Listed for sale	$65,000-13.3%$42/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2545186 Report a problem
10/8/2021	Listing removed	$74,999$49/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2031258 Report a problem
9/16/2021	Listed for sale	$74,999+971.4%$49/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2031258 Report a problem
4/10/2013	Sold	$7,000-30%$5/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/5/2013	Price change	$10,000-16.7%$6/sqft
Source: Maverick Property Management, LLC Report a problem
2/25/2013	Price change	$12,000-14.3%$8/sqft
Source: Maverick Property Management, LLC Report a problem
2/21/2013	Price change	$14,000-22.2%$9/sqft
Source: Maverick Property Management, LLC Report a problem
2/16/2013	Listed for sale	$18,000$12/sqft
Source: Maverick Property Management, LLC Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,291 +69.8%	$92,200 +69.8%
2024	$760	$54,300
2023	$760 +60.2%	$54,300
2022	$475	--
2021	$475 +3.7%	--
2018	$458	--
2017	$458 +205.6%	--
2016	$150	--
2015	$150	--
2014	$150 -74.6%	$44,000 +759.4%
2012	$590	$5,120
2011	--	$5,120
2010	--	$5,120
2009	--	$5,120
2008	--	$5,120
2007	--	$5,120
2006	--	$5,120
2005	--	$5,120
2004	--	$5,120
2003	--	$5,120 +27%
2002	--	$4,032
2000	--	$4,032 +5%
1999	--	$3,840