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$140,000
Property Description
Discover a prime investment opportunity in the heart of Kensington! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom interior row townhouse, built in 1955, offers 1,024 sq. ft. of potential. With a full basement, there's ample space for storage or future renovations, enhancing rental appeal. The masonry construction ensures durability, while the straight-thru architectural style provides a classic urban aesthetic. Situated in a vibrant neighborhood, this property is poised for appreciation, making it an ideal addition to any investment portfolio. On-street parking adds convenience for tenants, and the absence of a pool reduces maintenance costs, maximizing your return on investment. With no association fees, you retain full control over your investment. Whether you're looking to rent or flip, this property offers a solid foundation for generating income. Don't miss out on this opportunity to capitalize on the growing Kensington market!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2124 E Birch St
General
- Price: $140,000
- Taxes: $916 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2543780
- Updated: 12/17/2025
- Added to Site: 78 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Rooms/Areas: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19134 (19134)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: KENSINGTON
- Driving Directions: GP
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
- Cooling Fuel: Other
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electric Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Permanent
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,100
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,100 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,100 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1955
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 900
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $127.27
- School Tax: $513
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $65,500
- Tax Amount: $916
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 273
Listed by Fierce Realty Corp., Deborah A. Spence
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Schools
Schools serving 2124 E Birch St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Willard Frances E School 2900 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 | K-4 | 0.2 mi |
Kensington HS 2501 Coral Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Kensington Culinary Arts 2463 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School 1901 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 2124 E Birch St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/31/2025
Listed
$140,000
600%
MLS
4/11/2018
Sold
$20,000
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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 2124 E Birch St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$917
—
$65,500
—
2024
$917
50%
$65,500
100%
2021
$612
3%
-100%
2023
$592
-3%
$42,300
-3%
2020
$612
8%
$43,700
8%
2019
$568
—
$40,600
—
2018
$568
—
$40,600
—
2017
$568
—
$40,600
—
2016
$568
4%
$40,600
—
2015
$544
—
$40,600
—
2014
$544
55%
$40,600
1033%
2013
$350
—
$3,584
—
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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2124 E Birch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 (MLS# PAPH2543780) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 2124 E Birch Street is currently listed for $140,000 and was received on October 31, 2025. Want to learn more about 2124 E Birch 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.
