1983 Sterling Street, Philadelphia, PA 19138 - Photo 1

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$151,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,992 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

This spacious West Oak Lane townhome presents a rare opportunity to build equity through renovation and some repair in today's competitive market. Featuring a patio, a generous living space, and solid architectural details, the home is ready for a new owner's vision and updates. The main level offers a bright Living Room highlighted by a large bay window, a vented gas fireplace, and parquet hardwood flooring that flows into the formal Dining Room. The home features an accessibility elevator that provides convenient access from the lower level to the first floor. Upstairs, the second floor includes a spacious four-piece bathroom with both a separate shower and soaking tub. There are 3 spacious rooms on the second floor. The finished lower level features glass block windows that allow abundant natural light into the Family Room, along with a second gas fireplace for added comfort during the colder months and a full, accessible bathroom. Showings to begin 6/26/26 The property is being sold AS-IS and will require repairs and renovations; it is priced accordingly. Washer/Dryer included in AS_IS Condition and will not be removed. This is an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or owner-occupants looking to customize a home to their own tastes while adding value.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1983 Sterling St

General

Sold For: $151,000
Taxes: $2,826 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2637354
Added to Site: 110 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 6
Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Dining Area, Elevator, Kitchen - Galley, Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace(s): Brick, Double Sided, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane
Appliances: Water Heater, Stove
Flooring: Wood, Fully Carpeted

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)

Parking

Parking Type: Driveway

Location

Area: 19138 (19138)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: WEST OAK LANE
Cross Streets: 19Th
Driving Directions: Cheltenham Avenue to Andrews Ave to right on Sterling Street
Location Details: Urban

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Wall Unit
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available, Electric Available

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Full, Outside Entrance
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Flat
Windows: Bay/Bow
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,992
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,992 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,332 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 660 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1930
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,295
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 19.00 x 70.00
Zoning: RSA5
Lot Description: Front Yard

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $127.55
Assessment Year: 2026
School Tax: $1,582
City/TownTax: $1,243
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $201,900
Tax Amount: $2,826
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1332

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 256

Listed by Realty Mark Associates, Lacenia Bridges
Sold by Realty Mark Cityscape-Huntingdon Valley, ahmed nijim

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Schools

Schools serving 1983 Sterling St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Rowen William School 6841 North 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19126	K-5	0.6 mi
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School 1701 West Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19126	6-8	1.1 mi
King Martin Luther High School 6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138	9-12	1.1 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 1983 Sterling St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/11/2026

Sold

$151,000

-11.12%

MLS

6/19/2026

Listed

$169,900

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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.

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1983 Sterling Street, Philadelphia, PA 19138 (MLS# PAPH2637354) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $151,000 on September 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 1983 Sterling 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.

1983 Sterling St Philadelphia, PA 19138