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Property Description
Welcome to 126 Mercy Street - a classic South Philadelphia rowhome tucked in the heart of Pennsport. This well-maintained home offers the perfect blend of traditional charm and comfortable city living. Step inside to a bright and inviting living and dining area ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space and direct access to a private rear patio - a great spot for grilling, relaxing, or creating your own urban garden. Upstairs, you'll find nicely sized bedrooms with good closet space and natural light, along with a full hall bathroom. The home also features a full basement that provides excellent storage and potential for additional living space, a home gym, or workshop. Located just steps from neighborhood favorites Target, South Bowl, Moonshine, Mifflin Tavern, Rebel & Wolf Cafe, parks, and public transit, this home offers easy access to everything that makes South Philadelphia such a vibrant place to live with ample parking under I-95 over pass. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to settle into one of the city's most beloved neighborhoods, 126 Mercy Street is a wonderful opportunity to make your move.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 126 Mercy St
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $3,083 (2025)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2592784
- Updated: 4/16/2026
- Added to Site: 46 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: 19148 (19148)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: PENNSPORT
- Driving Directions: Front and Mercy Sts
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator, Baseboard - Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: AirLite
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Slab
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,004
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,004 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,004 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1905
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 644
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 46.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $273.9
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,726
- City/TownTax: $1,356
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $220,300
- Tax Amount: $3,083
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1004
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: refrigerator, washer, dryer
- Lot Number: 113
Listed by Space & Company, Jaclyn Dabrowski
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Schools
Schools serving 126 Mercy St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sharswood George School 2300 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.1 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 126 Mercy St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/13/2026
Listed
$275,000
32.53%
MLS
9/06/2017
Sold
$207,500
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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 126 Mercy St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,732
62%
$220,300
—
2025
$1,684
—
$220,300
—
2024
$1,684
4%
$220,300
13%
2023
$1,613
-13%
$195,200
100%
2021
$1,845
14%
-100%
2023
$1,613
-35%
$150,200
-15%
2020
$2,475
8%
$176,800
8%
2019
$2,284
51%
$163,200
51%
2018
$1,516
—
$108,300
—
2017
$1,516
—
$108,300
—
2016
$1,516
-22%
$108,300
-25%
2015
$1,942
—
$144,900
—
2014
$1,942
106%
$144,900
1404%
2013
$941
—
$9,632
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 126 Mercy St
126 Mercy Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 (MLS# PAPH2592784) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 126 Mercy Street is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on March 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 126 Mercy 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.

