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1542 S 29th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19146

$252,000

Home List Price

$2,993*

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3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
1,465 SqFt
$172/SqFt
Townhouse

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1542 S 29th St, Philadelphia$252,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1925
HeatingForced Air
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
BasementYes
MLS #PAPH2398590
Lot Size0.02 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 1542 S 29th St

Why rent when you can own and start building your future? This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect entry into the vibrant, rapidly growing Grays Ferry neighborhood. From the moment you walk in, the open-concept living room and kitchen invite you to imagine hosting friends, enjoying cozy meals, and making lasting memories. A convenient powder room and laundry room on the main level add to the ease and functionality of daily life. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and a full bath, providing ample room for relaxation. The clean, unfinished basement offers endless possibilities—whether you envision a home gym, a serene office, or a playful retreat for the kids. Outside, the private backyard is ready for your personal touches, offering the perfect space to unwind or entertain. This home is priced to sell and move-in ready, yet leaves room for you to make thoughtful updates and personalize it over time, allowing the space to evolve with your lifestyle and future needs. Located on a wide street with easy on-street parking, this home makes hosting guests a breeze. Plus, with SEPTA bus routes right at the corner of Tasker and 29th St., quick access to I-76, and a short commute to Center City and University City, you’ll enjoy both urban convenience and neighborhood charm. This isn’t just a home—it’s a smart investment in your future. With grants of up to $15K+ available, homeownership has never been more attainable. Take the next step toward building equity today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,465 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Real Estate - Media
  • Office Phone: (610) 565-1995
  • Listing Agent: Pia Arellano

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Universal Audenried Charter High School, Public Charter Grades 9-12

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Directions Information:

  • Directions: Please use GPS.

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $252,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $172/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,282
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Philadelphia, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$261.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$199

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

1056

1542 S 29th St vs Philadelphia

47 DAYS ON ROCKET

+3 Days

$252,000

-$9.8K Less

$172/SqFt

-$27 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $9.8K less than the Median Sold Price and $27/SqFt less than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAPH2398590

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Real Estate - Media
  • Office Phone: (610) 565-1995
  • Listing Agent: Pia Arellano

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

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Last updated on: 11/5/2024, 9:20:52 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jun 15, 2006Home Sold
$73,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,282 -
2019$1,192$85,200
2018$1,067$76,200
2017$1,067$76,200

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

High School

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4
/10

  • Universal Audenried Charter High School

  • 3301 Tasker St

  • 0.33 miles

  • Public Charter Grades 9-12

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,720. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1542 S 29th St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1542 S 29th St property is $252,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1542 S 29th St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 1542 S 29th St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1542 S 29th St are:
Universal Audenried Charter High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,282 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on June 15, 2006 for $73,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1542 S 29th St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1542 S 29th St is 1,465 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1542 S 29th St is 1925.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19146›1542 S 29th St

This home is located at 1542 S 29th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19146 in the Gray's Ferry neighborhood. This 1,465 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $252,000.

In October 2024, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 252 sold above asking price, over 567 sold below and more than 237 were sold right at the asked price. Between September 2024 and October 2024, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 9.8%. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 44 days, the median list price was $261,807.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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