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1640 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

$279,999

Home List Price

$3,325*

Closing Credit

0 Baths
1,892 SqFt
$148/SqFt
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1640 S 56th St, Philadelphia$279,999

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$3,325*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeDuplex
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1920
HeatingCentral
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
MLS #PAPH2426050
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 1640 S 56th St

Duplex in the Heart of Kingsessing – Ideal for Owner-Occupant or Investment! This well-maintained duplex in the vibrant Kingsessing neighborhood of Philadelphia offers an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and savvy investors. Each unit features 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 bathroom, providing comfortable living spaces. Unit A has been beautifully updated, offering modern finishes and a fresh, move-in-ready appeal. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit and rent out the other, or simply add to your investment portfolio, this property is a perfect choice. Unit B is currently tenant-occupied. The property is conveniently located near public transportation, local shops, and eateries, making it a great location for tenants or homeowners alike. Don't miss this opportunity to own a duplex in one of Philadelphia's up-and-coming neighborhoods!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Dwelling with Rental
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Living Area: 1,892 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (877) 366-2213
  • Listing Agent: Kelly Christine Fox

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: West on Gray's Ferry Ave, right on 48th St. Left onto Greenway Ave. Right on S 56th St through Chester Ave. Property is first duplex on left hand side.

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $279,999
  • Price Per SqFt: $148/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,340
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Philadelphia, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$265.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$200

Avg. Days On Market

45

# of Sold Homes

946

1640 S 56th St vs Philadelphia

11 DAYS ON ROCKET

-34 Days

$279,999

+$14.6K More

$148/SqFt

-$53 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $14.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $53/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: #PAPH2426050

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: LPT Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (877) 366-2213
  • Listing Agent: Kelly Christine Fox

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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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 01, 2020Home Sold
$150,000
Mar 03, 2004Home Sold
$55,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,340 -
2019$1,167$83,400
2018$423$30,200
2017$423$30,200

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.

Nearby Schools

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5
/10

  • Thomas G. Morton School

  • 2501 S 63rd St

  • 0.97 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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5
/10

  • Joseph W. Catharine School

  • 6600 Chester Ave

  • 1.01 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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6
/10

  • W B Evans Magnet School

  • 900 Baily Rd

  • 1.36 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-6

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,398. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes less than $35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19143›1640 S 56th St

This home is located at 1640 S 56th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19143 in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,892 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 07, 2024 and is currently priced at $279,999.

Philadelphia, PA housing market in November 2024 saw over 219 listings sold above listed price, more than 204 sold at listed price and over 523 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between October 2024 and November 2024 increased by 1.8%. The median list price of listings available in November 2024 was $265,372, while the average time on the real estate market was 45 days.

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