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Property Description
158 W Palmer St is a beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located in the vibrant Olde Kensington neighborhood. This charming residence features an open-concept living area that seamlessly connects to a custom kitchen with unique wooden slatted cabinets, butcher block countertops, and a gas range. The home is filled with natural light, complemented by hardwood floors and light-colored walls that create a bright and airy atmosphere. The modern bathroom boasts sleek fixtures, a walk-in shower, and striking green tile flooring. A private back patio provides an inviting outdoor space for relaxation or entertaining, while a full basement offers additional storage or the potential for a creative workspace. Situated in one of Philadelphia's best areas, this home is within walking distance of top dining destinations like International Bar, Jaffa Bar, Suraya, and Mulherins , as well as La Colombe and all Frankford Ave has to offer. With easy access to Market-Frankford line and the 95 corridor, commuting is convenient and hassle-free. This stylish home perfectly blends modern design with the character of its historic surroundings, making it an exceptional find in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods. Showings to begin Wednesday 4/2.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 158 W Palmer St
General
- Sold For: $240,000
- Taxes: $2,904 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2462092
- Added to Site: 293 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19122 (19122)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: OLDE KENSINGTON
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 720
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 720 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 720 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 488
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 33.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $359.72
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,626
- City/TownTax: $1,277
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $207,500
- Tax Amount: $2,904
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 720
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 102
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut, Kristen Shemesh
Sold by Elfant Wissahickon Realtors, Catherine Shlomo
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Schools
Schools serving 158 W Palmer St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Moffet John School 127 West Oxford Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Penn Treaty Middle School 600 East Thompson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 158 W Palmer St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/31/2025
Sold
$240,000
-7.34%
MLS
6/07/2025
Price Reduced
$259,000
-2.26%
MLS
5/27/2025
Price Reduced
$265,000
-1.85%
MLS
4/21/2025
Price Reduced
$270,000
-5.26%
MLS
3/31/2025
Listed
$285,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
158 W Palmer Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 (MLS# PAPH2462092) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $240,000 on July 31, 2025. Want to learn more about 158 W Palmer 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.

