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Property Description
Welcome to 1939 N Gratz St, a well-maintained duplex offering a total of 7 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in a prime location near Temple University. Unit 1 spans the first and second floor and lower level (finished basement), featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, and a private rear yard. The finished basement provides additional living space and includes the 4th bedroom. This unit is currently tenant occupied with a Section 8 tenant paying $2,470/month. Unit 2 occupies the upper levels in a bi-level layout and offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and in-unit washer and dryer. The unit is currently vacant and was previously used as a furnished short-term rental, with projected Section 8 income of approximately $2,000/month. This property is ideal for investors seeking strong rental potential or owner-occupants looking to offset their mortgage with rental income. Property comes fully furnished. Conveniently located near Temple University, public transportation, shopping, and major commuter routes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1939 N Gratz St
General
- Price: $499,999
- Taxes: $7,386 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2636200
- Updated: 7/7/2026
- Added to Site: 59 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease Info: Long Term
Interior
- Appliances: Energy Efficient Appliances
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19121 (19121)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
- Driving Directions: refer to gps
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
- Square Feet: 2,689
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,689 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,253 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 436 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2009
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Good, Very Good
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,205
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 80.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $221.93
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $4,136
- City/TownTax: $3,250
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $527,700
- Tax Amount: $7,386
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2253
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 223
Listed by Opus Elite Real Estate, Lixia Tapia
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Schools
Schools serving 1939 N Gratz St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Strawberry Mansion High School 3133 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132 | 9-11 | 1.1 mi |
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128 | 9-11 | 4.9 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 1939 N Gratz St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/07/2026
Price Reduced
$499,999
-4.76%
MLS
6/14/2026
Listed
$525,000
52.17%
MLS
10/18/2023
Sold
$345,000
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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 1939 N Gratz St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$7,387
—
$380,800
-28%
2025
$7,387
—
$527,700
—
2024
$7,387
—
$527,700
—
2023
$7,387
4%
$527,700
100%
2021
$7,070
—
-100%
2020
$7,070
626%
$505,100
3%
2019
$974
21%
$488,300
21%
2018
$807
—
$404,400
—
2017
$807
654%
$404,400
—
2016
$107
-98%
$404,400
12%
2015
$4,858
—
$362,500
—
2014
$4,858
30262%
$362,500
799%
2013
$16
—
$40,320
—
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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1939 N Gratz Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121 (MLS# PAPH2636200) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1939 N Gratz Street is currently listed for $499,999 and was received on June 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 1939 N Gratz 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.

