Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/24/2026
Listed
$189,900
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MLS
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Property Description
In the HEART Of POINT BREEZE and one of Philadelphia's vibrant and fastest growing neighborhoods. This spacious resident on a quiet block, features a 3 bedroom 1 bath. Straight-thru, living room, dining room with large eat-in kitchen, which exits to a gated back yard, perfect for relaxing and or entertaining guest. Partial finished basement with additional storage space (washer & dryer) included. This home has a New Heating System also a New Hot Water Heater. Roof was silvercoat serviced 15 months ago. You'll love the walkability to neighborhood shops, cafe's, restaurants, supermarket, convenient stores, all while minutes from Center City, Rittenhouse Square, University City, Hospitals, Airport, Public Transportation, and all major Highways. Strong bones with endless potential to build quick equity! This property is being sold As-Is. Owner will not be doing any further repairs. Great opportunity for a starter home or an Investor to add to their portfolio. Neighboring rehabbed properties are increasing value by adding a 3rd Story Level for additional living space or roof-top deck providing the City Skyline Scenery and Entertainment. This thriving community can be yours to own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1521 S 21st St
General
- Price: $189,900
- Taxes: $2,591 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2594512
- Updated: Today (3/24/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
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: PHILADELPHIA (SOUTHWEST)
- Driving Directions: Exit 346 A for South Street, turn left left onto South Street bridge. Turn right on to S 24th Street , turn left onto Bainbridge St. Turn right onto S 23rd Street, left onto Dickerson Street then turn right onto S 21st Street.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Space For Rooms
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,058
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,058 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,058 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 840
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 60.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $179.49
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,450
- City/TownTax: $1,140
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $185,100
- Tax Amount: $2,591
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1058
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 430
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Schools
Schools serving 1521 S 21st St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School 1801 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
South Philadelphia High School 2101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 1521 S 21st St
Tax History
Tax History for 1521 S 21st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,191
—
$185,100
—
2024
$1,191
-2%
$185,100
11%
2023
$1,221
—
$167,200
37%
2023
$1,221
6%
$122,200
100%
2018
$1,149
-7%
-100%
2020
$1,236
8%
$88,300
8%
2019
$1,149
12%
$82,100
12%
2018
$1,026
—
$73,300
—
2017
$1,026
69%
$73,300
—
2016
$606
-38%
$73,300
—
2015
$982
—
$73,300
—
2014
$982
370%
$73,300
3319%
2013
$209
—
$2,144
—
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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1521 S 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2594512) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1521 S 21st Street is currently listed for $189,900 and was received on March 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 1521 S 21st 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.