1243 South Alder Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 - Photo 1

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$394,500

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,322 Sq. Ft.
Updated 4 days ago

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Property Description

Tucked away on a quiet street, this sun-drenched 1,322 sq ft home is bursting with charm and character. The inviting first floor features exposed brick, rich hardwood floors, rustic wood beams, and a large front window that floods the space with natural light. The cozy living area flows seamlessly into a your kitchen and adjoining breakfast room-perfect for entertaining, morning coffee, or casual meals. Step outside to your own private patio, ideal for grilling, gardening, or simply unwinding with a good book. Upstairs, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, and a versatile den/home office-perfect for working from home or creative pursuits. A spacious loft area-currently serving as the primary suite-features a powder room and abundant natural light from multiple skylights. Thoughtful details like a vintage clawfoot tub and a French Godin wood/coal stove give the upper level a warm, peaceful feel. Additional storage is available in the basement, and the location can't be beat-just minutes from SEPTA, the Italian Market, Passyunk's top restaurants, Capitolo Park, and more. This one-of-a-kind home blends character, comfort, and flexibility in the heart of South Philadelphia. Come experience it for yourself!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1243 S Alder St

General

Sold For: $394,500
Taxes: $4,867 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2545552
Added to Site: 103 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Main Floor Baths: 2
Main - Full Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2
Bedrooms Main & Up: 2

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: 19147 (19147)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: PASSYUNK SQUARE
Driving Directions: Please use Waze.

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ductless/Mini-Split
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Radiant, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Oil
Water Heater: Oil

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Unfinished
Foundation: Other
Stories Description: Main
Square Feet: 1,322
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,322 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,322 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1920
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 617
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 17.00 x 37.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $295.01
Tax w/Assessment: $347,700
Tax Amount: $4,867
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Light fixture in living room

Listed by KW Empower, Noah Berson
Sold by KW Empower, David Snyder and KW Empower, Melissa Carpenter

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Schools

Schools serving 1243 S Alder St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Fanny Jackson Coppin School 1213 South 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147	K-8	0.1 mi
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148	9-12	0.9 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1243 S Alder St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

12/30/2025

Sold

$394,500

1.15%

MLS

10/07/2025

Listed

$390,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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