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Property Description
Welcome to 159 W Palmer Street-a perfect starter home nestled on a quiet block in the heart of vibrant and highly desirable Olde Kensington. This charming home features a recently renovated kitchen and offers an ideal layout for first-time buyers looking to plant roots in one of Philadelphia's most exciting neighborhoods. Enjoy walkable access to world-class dining including Laser Wolf, LMNO, Kalaya, Suraya, and countless other local favorites. Just a short stroll to both Girard and Frankford Avenues, you'll also find parks, public transit, and neighborhood amenities at your fingertips. With the right grant programs and lender support, this home can be yours with minimal out-of-pocket expenses. Whether you're looking to invest in your future or escape rising rent prices, 159 W Palmer offers the perfect blend of comfort, location, and value. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of Olde Kensington-schedule your tour today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 159 W Palmer St
General
- Sold For: $175,000
- Taxes: $2,904 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2490858
- Added to Site: 365 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 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: Turn onto Palmer St
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 750
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 750 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 750 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.: $266.67
- 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
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 154
Listed by KW Empower, Alexander Frederick
Sold by KW Empower, Asa Kurland
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Schools
Schools serving 159 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 ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 159 W Palmer St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/19/2026
Sold
$175,000
-12.5%
MLS
2/03/2026
Price Reduced
$200,000
-4.76%
MLS
10/01/2025
Price Reduced
$210,000
-6.67%
MLS
8/06/2025
Price Reduced
$225,000
-10%
MLS
6/24/2025
Price Reduced
$250,000
-3.47%
MLS
6/05/2025
Listed
$259,000
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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.
159 W Palmer Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 (MLS# PAPH2490858) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $175,000 on March 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 159 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.

