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Property Description
Welcome to 1523 S 20th Street - an impressive, 16 ft wide fully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick-front home in the heart of Point Breeze. The main level features a bright, sun-filled open living/dining area with beautifully refinished hardwood floors, LED recessed lighting, high ceilings, hand crafted iron railings, and central air. The expansive modern eat-in kitchen is outfitted with granite countertops, glass tiled backsplash, 42" custom wood cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, and opens directly to a massive private patio-ideal for outdoor entertaining, grilling, or gardening. A stylish half bath on the main level adds extra convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms with ample closet space and a striking hall bath featuring a designer vanity and sleek subway-tiled tub surround. The finished lower level provides versatile space for a home gym, office, or media room, along with a separate laundry area and abundant storage. The basement is outfitted with a French drain and vapor barrier, providing enhanced moisture control. A new roof was installed in December 2024. Located just a few blocks from Two Eagles Cafe, The Pharmacy, Batter & Crumbs Cafe, El Mezcal Cantina, American Sardine Bar, and South Philadelphia Taproom. Easy access to Broad Street and Washington Avenue provides convenient public transit options. With a Walk Score of 87, this home is truly a Walker's Paradise!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1523 S 20th St
General
- Sold For: $385,000
- Taxes: $4,841 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2531968
- Added to Site: 138 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Lower Floor, Basement
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19146 (19146)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: Philadelphia
- Development Name: Point Breeze
- Subdivision: Point Breeze
- Driving Directions: Located between Tasker & Dickinson Streets
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Other
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,190
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,190 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,190 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,024
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 64.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $323.53
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,711
- City/TownTax: $2,130
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $345,900
- Tax Amount: $4,841
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1190
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 232
Listed by KW Empower, Jennifer Grosskopf
Sold by Keller Williams Main Line, Brandon Witt
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Schools
Schools serving 1523 S 20th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mcdaniel Delaplaine School 1801 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
South Philadelphia High School 2101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 1523 S 20th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/10/2025
Sold
$385,000
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MLS
9/02/2025
Listed
$385,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1523 S 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2531968) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $385,000 on October 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 1523 S 20th 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.

