Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/15/2026
Listed
$425,000
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Property Description
Incredible opportunity for a developer, investor or buyer with vision at 1243 S 17th Street! This unique 3 story property, formerly used as a church, is currently in shell condition and offers tremendous potential for a complete transformation. Renovate the existing structure and create something truly special, or explore the potential for new construction. With significant new construction throughout the surrounding area, this is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to create value from the ground up. The existing property is configured with 3 bedrooms and 3 half baths. The property requires a complete renovation and is being sold strictly as-is, where-is. Bring your contractor, your architect and your vision, there is a lot of opportunity here!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1243 S 17th St
General
- Price: $425,000
- Taxes: $2,360 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2670670
- Updated: 9/15/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 3
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19146 (19146)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: POINT BREEZE
- Driving Directions: Between Titan & Wharton St on S 17th St.
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiant
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 2,512
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,512 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,512 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1910
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,120
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $169.19
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $168,600
- Tax Amount: $2,360
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2512
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 101
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Schools
Schools serving 1243 S 17th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Childs George W School 1599 Wharton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 | K-8 | 0.1 mi |
South Philadelphia High School 2101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 1243 S 17th St
Tax History
Tax History for 1243 S 17th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
-100%
$168,600
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2024
$2,360
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$168,600
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2023
$2,360
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$168,600
100%
2021
$2,360
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-100%
2020
$2,360
—
$168,600
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2019
$2,360
11%
$168,600
7%
2015
$2,120
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$158,200
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2014
$2,120
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$158,200
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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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1243 S 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2670670) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 0 full bathrooms and 3 partial bathrooms. 1243 S 17th Street is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on September 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 1243 S 17th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.