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Property Description
Welcome to 147 Fern Street, a classic 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom Philadelphia row home located in the Olney section of the city. This property presents a strong opportunity for an investor or a hands-on owner-occupant looking to build immediate equity through renovation. The layout offers well-proportioned living and sleeping areas, providing a solid foundation for value-add improvements and customization. Conveniently situated near public transportation (Logan/Ogontz/Fern Rock Station), neighborhood amenities, and major commuter routes, this home combines location and potential. Whether you're seeking your next investment project or a DIY residence with upside, 147 Fern Street offers a compelling opportunity.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 147 Fern St
General
- Price: $110,000
- Taxes: $2,193 (2025)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2575220
- Updated: 3/6/2026
- Added to Site: 54 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: 19120 (19120)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: OLNEY
- Driving Directions: Follow GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,020
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,020 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,020 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1935
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,028
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 69.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $107.84
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,228
- City/TownTax: $965
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $156,700
- Tax Amount: $2,193
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1020
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 241
Listed by Key Legacy Realty, Earnest G. Key Jr.
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Schools
Schools serving 147 Fern St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Finletter Thomas K School 6101 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Fels Samuel High School 5500 Langdon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111 | 9-12 | 1.6 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 147 Fern St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/15/2026
Listed
$110,000
46.86%
MLS
10/14/2005
Sold
$74,900
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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 147 Fern St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,193
—
$156,700
—
2024
$2,193
104%
$156,700
100%
2021
$1,075
-33%
-100%
2023
$1,603
49%
$114,500
49%
2020
$1,075
8%
$76,800
8%
2019
$999
-21%
$71,400
-21%
2018
$1,271
—
$90,800
—
2017
$1,271
—
$90,800
—
2016
$1,271
4%
$90,800
—
2015
$1,217
—
$90,800
—
2014
$1,217
24%
$90,800
807%
2013
$979
—
$10,016
—
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 147 Fern St
147 Fern Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120 (MLS# PAPH2575220) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 147 Fern Street is currently listed for $110,000 and was received on January 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 147 Fern 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.

