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Property Description
Legal duplex with tax abatement in place. Both units are currently leased at $2,300/month each, with leases expiring 7/31/2026. Property is located in close proximity to Temple University and the regional rail line. Property includes two residential units, each with in-unit washer and dryer. Unit 1 is located on the first floor and basement levels and consists of 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, with access to a private rear yard. Unit 2 is located on the second and third floors and consists of 4-5 bedrooms (flexible layout) and 2 full bathrooms. Conveniently located near campus, public transportation, shopping, and dining.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1956 N 8th St
General
- Price: $599,900
- Taxes: $1,760 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2616550
- Updated: 5/8/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19122 (19122)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- 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: Other
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Other
- Square Feet: 2,415
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,415 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,415 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2019
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,073
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 67.09
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $248.41
- Tax w/Assessment: $125,800
- Tax Amount: $1,760
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Lay Gauv
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Schools
Schools serving 1956 N 8th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dunbar Paul L School 1750 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Franklin Benjamin High School 550 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | 12-11 | 1.5 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 1956 N 8th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/08/2026
Listed
$599,900
-1.66%
MLS
4/16/2020
Sold
$610,000
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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 1956 N 8th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,063
17%
$629,000
—
2025
$1,761
—
$629,000
—
2024
$1,761
-15%
$629,000
-15%
2023
$2,063
-30%
$737,000
100%
2021
$2,940
43%
-100%
2023
$2,063
2072%
$147,400
2068%
2020
$95
—
$6,800
—
2019
$95
—
$6,800
—
2018
$95
—
$6,800
—
2017
$95
—
$6,800
—
2016
$95
4%
$6,800
—
2015
$91
—
$6,800
—
2014
$91
82%
$6,800
1228%
2013
$50
—
$512
—
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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1956 N 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 (MLS# PAPH2616550) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1956 N 8th Street is currently listed for $599,900 and was received on May 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 1956 N 8th 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.

