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$217,800
Property Description
Charming row home in the heart of Grays Ferry ! Two bedroom, one bath residence features original finished hardwood floors and many modern upgrades and modifications throughout the property. The inviting blue door leads you to a secure and functional enclosed porch perfect for storing bikes and toys , and can also serve as a mudroom. The airy open main room is spacious and large enough to function as both living room wtth amble seating and a dining room area for family and friend gatherings. The adjacent kitchen is a highly efficient space with modern conveniences accented with white cabinetry, glass backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a gated entry to the quaint backyard perfect for outdoor activities and BBQs. The expansive, well-kept basement has a washer/dryer, heating system, and plenty of storage space that encompaasses the entire footprint of the property. The second floor continues the finished hardwood flooring and boasts two sizable bedrooms and a new bathrom with a skylight providing ample natural light. This house is located in a very convenient location with outstanding amenities and local parks in the immediate area, including restaurants, shopping and groceries close to Oregon Ave/Grays Ferry shopping corridor, Riverside green space and trails close to the Schuylkill Riverfront Trail network that has excellent outdoor recreation , with expansion to Bartram Gardens; Good transit and bike options and a pleasant route directlty into University and Center City . This gem won't last long on the market. It's a perfect property for your ideal starter home, forever home, or investment home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1607 S Newkirk St
General
- Price: $217,800
- Taxes: $1,790 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2570482
- Updated: 1/4/2026
- Added to Site: 17 day(s) ago
Interior
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19145 (19145)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: POINT BREEZE
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Cable TV, Electric Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Combination
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Flat
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 920
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 920 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 920 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 741
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 52.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $236.74
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,002
- City/TownTax: $787
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $127,900
- Tax Amount: $1,790
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 49
Listed by Tara Management Services Inc, Beverly E Kessler-Rosa
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Schools
Schools serving 1607 S Newkirk St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
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 1607 S Newkirk St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/01/2026
Listed
$217,800
227.28%
MLS
3/31/2005
Sold
$66,548
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1607 S Newkirk St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,790
—
$127,900
—
2024
$1,790
68%
$127,900
100%
2021
$1,064
-21%
-100%
2023
$1,354
27%
$96,700
27%
2020
$1,064
7%
$76,000
7%
2019
$990
-10%
$70,700
-10%
2018
$1,104
—
$78,900
—
2017
$1,104
—
$78,900
—
2016
$1,104
4%
$78,900
—
2015
$1,057
—
$78,900
—
2014
$1,057
54%
$78,900
1021%
2013
$688
—
$7,040
—
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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1607 S Newkirk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145 (MLS# PAPH2570482) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1607 S Newkirk Street is currently listed for $217,800 and was received on January 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 1607 S Newkirk 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.
