Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/08/2026
Listed
$165,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Well-located West Philadelphia duplex offering a functional up-and-down layout and solid structure. The property features one 2BR/1BA unit and one 1BR/1BA unit, with gas and electric separately metered. Currently owner-occupied and in average condition, the home includes hardwood flooring and traditional living and dining areas. The property will benefit from general updating and cosmetic improvements, presenting a strong value-add opportunity for buyers or investors. Both units will be delivered vacant at settlement. Conveniently located near public transportation, major roadways, schools, shopping, and neighborhood amenities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 205 S 53rd St
General
- Price: $165,000
- Taxes: $3,057 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2572878
- Updated: 1/9/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19138 (19138)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: WEST PHILADELPHIA
- Driving Directions: From Market St, head south on S 53rd St. Continue past Chestnut St — the property will be on the right between Sansom St and Walnut St.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt, Rubber
- Square Feet: 2,014
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,014 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,014 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,140
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 19.00 x 60.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $81.93
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,712
- City/TownTax: $1,345
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $218,400
- Tax Amount: $3,057
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2014
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Duplex featuring one 2BR/1ba unit and one 1BR/1ba unit. Up-and-down layout. Gas and electric are separately metered. Both units will be delivered vacant at settlement.
- Lot Number: 299
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Schools
Schools serving 205 S 53rd St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sayre William L Middle School 5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
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 205 S 53rd St
Tax History
Tax History for 205 S 53rd St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,657
—
$218,400
—
2024
$1,657
10%
$218,400
100%
2021
$1,513
-61%
-100%
2023
$3,882
157%
$277,300
157%
2020
$1,513
4%
$108,100
4%
2019
$1,457
19%
$104,100
19%
2018
$1,225
—
$87,500
—
2017
$1,225
—
$87,500
—
2016
$1,225
5%
$87,500
—
2015
$1,172
—
$87,500
—
2014
$1,172
27%
$87,500
824%
2013
$926
—
$9,472
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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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- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
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- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
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205 S 53rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2572878) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 205 S 53rd Street is currently listed for $165,000 and was received on January 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 205 S 53rd 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.