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Price
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Source
8/04/2026
Listed
$799,000
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Property Description
1505 Carpenter St offers a rare opportunity to renovate and reposition a 5-unit grandfathered property in one of South Philadelphia's most active growth corridors. This property sits near Graduate Hospital / Point Breeze, an area that continues to see steady reinvestment, new construction, updated row homes, neighborhood retail, and ongoing corridor improvements that support strong long-term demand. Everyday convenience is a major plus here, with nearby shopping and dining options including GIANT, Trader Joe's, ALDI, Sprouts Farmers Market, and local neighborhood markets like Breezy's Deli & Market. Residents also enjoy access to popular nearby restaurants and cafes such as Rex 1516, Pub & Kitchen, SouthGate, Tio Flores, On Point Bistro, and Café Ynez, along with many other options throughout Graduate Hospital, Point Breeze, and nearby Center City. For an investor, the value-add potential is clear. For an owner-occupant, the chance to live in one unit while renting the others can create both flexibility and income. Buyer and buyer's agent should perform their own due diligence to confirm current zoning, legal use, permitted unit count, and all intended plans for renovation or occupancy with the City of Philadelphia, L&I, and any other applicable agencies. Listing broker makes no representations regarding zoning, code compliance, or future approvals.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1505 Carpenter St
General
- Price: $799,000
- Taxes: $10,841 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2656112
- Updated: 8/4/2026
- Added to Site: 20 day(s) ago
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19146 (19146)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Driving Directions: Broad St. south to Carpenter St.; west on Carpenter St. to property at 1505 Carpenter St.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Radiant
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Dwelling with Rental
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Square Feet: 2,261
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,261 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,261 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,337
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 19.00 x 70.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $353.38
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $6,071
- City/TownTax: $4,770
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $774,500
- Tax Amount: $10,841
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2261
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 1013
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Schools
Schools serving 1505 Carpenter St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edwin M Stanton School 1700 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
South Philadelphia High School 2101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 1505 Carpenter St
Tax History
Tax History for 1505 Carpenter St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,894
—
$635,400
—
2024
$8,894
34%
$635,400
100%
2021
$6,653
-14%
-100%
2023
$7,734
16%
$552,500
16%
2020
$6,653
-2%
$475,300
-2%
2019
$6,807
200%
$486,300
200%
2018
$2,270
—
$162,200
—
2017
$2,270
—
$162,200
—
2016
$2,270
4%
$162,200
—
2015
$2,173
—
$162,200
—
2014
$2,173
383%
$162,200
3420%
2013
$450
—
$4,608
—
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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1505 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2656112) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1505 Carpenter Street is currently listed for $799,000 and was received on August 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 1505 Carpenter 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.