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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,122 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 3 hours ago
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Welcome to this modern, tenant-occupied home at 1557 N Orkney Street, offering an excellent turnkey investment opportunity. The property features hardwood flooring throughout and an updated kitchen with new appliances, cabinetry, and granite countertops. The second floor includes a spacious bedroom with two closets and a private full bathroom, while the third floor offers an additional bedroom, full bath, and a convenient laundry room. Outside, enjoy a large private yard with direct street access. The property is currently leased through December 30, 2026, at $1,830 per month, providing steady income and an approximate 8% return on investment.

Full Property Details for 1557 N Orkney St

General

  • Price: $269,990
  • Taxes: $5,451 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2608350
  • Updated: Today (4/15/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Bedroom 1
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Combination Kitchen/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Wood Floors
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 1

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19122 (19122)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: OLDE KENSINGTON
  • Cross Streets: W. Oxford
  • Driving Directions: I-95 to East Girard Avenue. Right on Germantown Avenue. Left on West Oxford left on N. Lawrence Street. Right on W. Jefferson and right on N. Orkney. Home is on the right side of the block.
  • Location Details: Downtown

School Information

  • School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
  • Elementary School: Ludlow James
  • High School: Penn Treaty

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Electric Available, Sewer Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Poured Concrete
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 1,122
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 1,122 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,122 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 490
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Lot Description: Rear Yard
  • Fencing (Description): Privacy

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $240.63
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $3,052
  • City/TownTax: $2,398
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $389,400
  • Tax Amount: $5,451
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 75

Listed by Premium Realty Castor Inc, James Gorecki and Premium Realty Group Inc, Min H Choe

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— 1557 N Orkney St —

  • James Gorecki

    Premium Realty Castor Inc

  • Min H Choe

    Premium Realty Group Inc

Listing Office Email: tommyzhan@gmail.com

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NMLS#: 1598647

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Schools serving 1557 N Orkney St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Ludlow James R School
550 Master Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
K-80.2 mi
Penn Treaty Middle School
600 East Thompson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
9-120.9 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 1557 N Orkney St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
4/15/2026
Listed
$269,990
3.84%
MLS
5/07/2022
Sold
$260,000
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Tax History for 1557 N Orkney St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,451
—
$389,400
—
2024
$5,451
39%
$389,400
100%
2021
$3,924
—
-100%
2023
$3,929
—
$280,700
—
2020
$3,924
14%
$280,300
14%
2019
$3,430
204%
$245,000
204%
2018
$1,130
—
$80,700
—
2017
$1,130
—
$80,700
—
2016
$1,130
5%
$80,700
—
2015
$1,081
—
$80,700
—
2014
$1,081
168%
$80,700
1855%
2013
$403
—
$4,128
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Listed by Premium Realty Castor Inc, James Gorecki and Premium Realty Group Inc, Min H Choe

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1557 N Orkney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 (MLS# PAPH2608350) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1557 N Orkney Street is currently listed for $269,990 and was received on April 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 1557 N Orkney 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.

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