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Property Description
Temple is the 2nd largest university in PA and one of the largest on the east coast. With 2024 and 2025 undergraduate enrollment rising and reaching over 30,000 students, the large student population creates a consistent demand for off campus housing. Location, location and location! This property is in one of the most desirable blocks for off campus housing at Temple. It is only 2 blocks away from the main campus. It consistently provides strong cash flow and stable tenancy. Both units are fully leased till the end of July 2027. The property is a large, well-maintained duplex with a total of 11 bedrooms. Unit A has 6 spacious bedrooms spanning 3 levels. It comes with a full-size basement for laundry, entertainment and storage. The fenced-in backyard provides extra space for relaxation and enjoyment. Unit B has 5 spacious bedrooms spanning 2 levels with 2.5 bathrooms and a very large living room. Financial details are available on request.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1839 N 17th St
General
- Price: $649,000
- Taxes: $9,703 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2614160
- Updated: 4/30/2026
- Added to Site: 13 day(s) ago
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19121 (19121)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
- Driving Directions: between W Berks St and W Montgomery Ave
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Square Feet: 2,721
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,721 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,721 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2011
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,820
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 17.00 x 105.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $238.52
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $5,433
- City/TownTax: $4,269
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $693,200
- Tax Amount: $9,703
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 189
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Marcus Shellenberger
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Schools
Schools serving 1839 N 17th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Meade Gen George C School 1600 North 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Vaux HS: A Big Picture School 2300 Master Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121 | 12- | 0.8 mi |
Franklin Benjamin High School 550 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | 12-11 | 1.3 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 1839 N 17th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/30/2026
Listed
$649,000
-5.26%
MLS
9/29/2017
Sold
$685,000
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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 1839 N 17th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,332
-14%
$693,200
—
2025
$9,703
—
$693,200
—
2024
$9,703
706%
$693,200
100%
2021
$1,204
-86%
-100%
2023
$8,332
592%
$595,200
-1%
2020
$1,204
3%
$603,500
3%
2019
$1,164
30%
$583,400
30%
2018
$893
—
$447,600
—
2017
$893
451%
$447,600
—
2016
$162
-97%
$447,600
16%
2015
$5,180
—
$386,600
—
2014
$5,180
1004%
$386,600
705%
2013
$469
—
$48,000
—
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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1839 N 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121 (MLS# PAPH2614160) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1839 N 17th Street is currently listed for $649,000 and was received on April 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 1839 N 17th 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.

