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Property Description
Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for an approachable entry into homeownership or simply searching for a home in an unbeatable location, 1161 S Mole Street delivers convenience and the best of the city right outside your door. This attractive brick-front home features two bedrooms, one bath, a fantastic private backyard, and newer HVAC. Inside, the home feels warm and comfortable thanks to great natural light and a layout that makes furniture placement easy. The first floor offers a separate living room and a spacious eat-in kitchen with direct access to the backyard - perfect for grilling with friends, container gardening, or unwinding after a long day. Upstairs, both bedrooms are bright and inviting. The front bedroom is the larger of the two and serves as the natural primary, while the rear bedroom is ideal for a full office setup, nursery, or guest space. A tiled three-piece bath completes the second floor. Downstairs, the basement offers excellent storage and enough ceiling height for hobbyists and to make laundry feel far less like a chore. Outside, life here is all about convenience, community, and walkability - start your mornings with coffee from nearby favorites like Greenstreet Coffee Co., ReAnimator Coffee, or Little Susie's Coffee & Pie. After work, meet friends at Second District Brewing or South Philadelphia Tap Room. Spend the weekend tackling a grocery run from Sprouts Farmers Market just a few blocks away and exploring the small businesses that make this part of South Philly feel so connected and vibrant. With easy access to the Broad Street Line, CHOP and I95, 1161 S Mole Street makes city living feel effortless.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1161 S Mole St
General
- Price: $279,900
- Taxes: $3,351 (2026)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2625066
- Updated: 6/3/2026
- Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19146 (19146)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: NEWBOLD
- Driving Directions: From S Broad St, turn onto Washington Ave. Turn left onto S 17th St. Turn left onto Ellsworth St. Turn right onto S Mole St and the property will be on your left.
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 784
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 784 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 784 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 518
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 37.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $357.02
- Tax w/Assessment: $239,400
- Tax Amount: $3,351
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by KW Empower, Sara Ronsvalle
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Schools
Schools serving 1161 S Mole St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edwin M Stanton School 1700 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
South Philadelphia High School 2101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1161 S Mole St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/22/2026
Listed
$279,900
9.76%
MLS
8/06/2019
Sold
$255,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1161 S Mole St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,351
—
$239,400
—
2024
$3,351
-1%
$239,400
100%
2021
$3,372
5%
-100%
2023
$3,225
-4%
$230,400
-4%
2020
$3,372
8%
$240,900
8%
2019
$3,134
63%
$223,900
63%
2018
$1,921
—
$137,200
—
2017
$1,921
—
$137,200
—
2016
$1,921
5%
$137,200
—
2015
$1,838
—
$137,200
—
2014
$1,838
78%
$137,200
1199%
2013
$1,032
—
$10,560
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1161 S Mole Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2625066) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1161 S Mole Street is currently listed for $279,900 and was received on May 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 1161 S Mole Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

