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Property Description
Beautifully renovated 3-bedroom home tucked away on a quiet residential block in University City, just steps from Saint Joseph's University (University City campus), Clark Park and the SEPTA Green Line trolley. **Qualifying buyers may be eligible for a PHFA grant of up to 5% of the purchase price toward down payment and closing costs - potentially $12,495 at the current asking price. Buyer eligibility and program requirements apply; contact listing agent for lender/program details.** Inside, the home features a renovated kitchen and bathroom, new flooring, fresh paint and window air conditioning units, creating a bright, move-in-ready living space. The home's major systems have also been well maintained, including a roof replaced within the last 10 years. A full, dry unfinished basement provides abundant storage and utility space, while the covered front porch and private rear yard offer additional space to relax or entertain. The location offers convenient access to Center City, University City's hospitals and universities, I-76, public transportation, neighborhood dining, shopping and parks. For investors, the property also offers an established rental history. Previously operated as a furnished rental for traveling medical professionals, it has generated $3,000+ per month when occupied, demonstrating its potential as a furnished or traditional rental.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1337 S May St
General
- Price: $219,900
- Taxes: $2,966 (2026)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2650418
- Updated: 10/14/2026
- Added to Site: 98 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY
- Driving Directions: Please use GPS.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- 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: Bi-level
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,096
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,096 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,096 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 805
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 58.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $200.64
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,661
- City/TownTax: $1,305
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $211,900
- Tax Amount: $2,966
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1096
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 149
Listed by KW Empower, Andrew Goldberg
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Schools
Schools serving 1337 S May St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Comegys Benjamin B School 5100 Greenway Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Bartram John - Main 2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142 | 9-12 | 2 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 1337 S May St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/05/2026
Price Reduced
$219,900
-2.22%
MLS
8/17/2026
Price Reduced
$224,900
-10%
MLS
7/22/2026
Listed
$249,900
—
MLS
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 1337 S May St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$1,832
—
$211,900
-8%
2025
$1,832
—
$230,900
—
2024
$1,832
37%
$230,900
32%
2023
$1,334
43%
$175,300
100%
2021
$931
-30%
-100%
2023
$1,334
-15%
$130,300
17%
2020
$1,561
8%
$111,500
8%
2019
$1,440
44%
$102,900
44%
2018
$1,001
—
$71,500
—
2017
$1,001
72%
$71,500
—
2016
$581
-27%
$71,500
20%
2015
$796
—
$59,400
—
2014
$796
79%
$59,400
1207%
2013
$444
—
$4,544
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 1337 S May St
1337 S May Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2650418) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1337 S May Street is currently listed for $219,900 and was received on July 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 1337 S May 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.

