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509 S 55th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

$340,000

Home List Price

$4,038*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 2 Partial
2,154 SqFt
$158/SqFt
Townhouse

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509 S 55th St, Philadelphia$340,000

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$4,038*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1925
HeatingHot Water
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceNon-Functioning, Stone, Brick
MLS #PAPH2404040
Lot Size0.04 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 509 S 55th St

This West Philly gem has the original character with modern updates and two outdoor spaces! The entire 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with the finished basement (4th bedroom) has been meticulously, thoughtfully, and beautifully renovated. The sun drenched 1st floor includes a spacious living and dining area with a fireplace, convenient powder room, and kitchen with white shaker cabinets, custom backsplash and all stainless steel appliances. The 2nd floor has 3 large bedrooms and full bath with shower/tub combo. The expansive finished basement is home to the washer and dryer and has a separate entrance to the back yard. With a front garden, covered porch, back deck, and large tree canopied yard, 509 S 55th St is a city oasis! Assumable PHFA mortgage! AND this property is eligible for our Specialty Home Buyer Program, NeighborFirst that gives below market rates, only needs 3% down and gives $6,000 to First Time Home Buyers! Fully renovated in 2021, French Drain sump pump and complete waterproofing of basement in 2022, New HVAC 2022, New Roof with 10 year warranty!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,154 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Space & Company
  • Office Phone: (215) 625-3650
  • Listing Agent: Rachelle Lee Schneider

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Open, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: Non-Functioning, Stone, Brick

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: BBQ Grill, Awning(s), Extensive Hardscape, Other

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • William L. Sayre High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Mastery Charter School at Harrity, Public Charter Grades KG-8

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: South 55th Street between Larchwood Ave and Hazel Ave

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $340,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $158/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $720
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Philadelphia, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$260.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$198

Avg. Days On Market

46

# of Sold Homes

907

509 S 55th St vs Philadelphia

21 DAYS ON ROCKET

-25 Days

$340,000

+$79.6K More

$158/SqFt

-$40 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $79.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $40/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: #PAPH2404040

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Space & Company
  • Office Phone: (215) 625-3650
  • Listing Agent: Rachelle Lee Schneider

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 13, 2021Home Sold
$165,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$720 -
2019$1,299$92,800
2018$1,090$77,900
2017$1,090$77,900

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.

Elementary School

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5
/10

  • Mastery Charter School at Harrity

  • 5601 Christian St

  • 0.32 miles

  • Public Charter Grades KG-8

High School

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3
/10

  • William L. Sayre High School

  • 5800 Walnut St

  • 0.51 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,481. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 509 S 55th St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 509 S 55th St property is $340,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 509 S 55th St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19143.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 509 S 55th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 509 S 55th St are:
Mastery Charter School at Harrity: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
William L. Sayre High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $720 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on September 13, 2021 for $165,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 509 S 55th St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 509 S 55th St is 2,154 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 509 S 55th St is 1925.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19143›509 S 55th St

This home is located at 509 S 55th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19143 in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood. This 2,154 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $340,000.

In September 2024, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 210 sold above asking price, over 494 sold below and more than 203 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 7.8% between August 2024 and September 2024. Listings spent 46 days on the market in September 2024, and had a median list price of $260,372 during the same period.

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

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