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Property Description
Nestled on a small, quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Pennsport this charming brick-front 2-bedroom row home offers comfortable city living with plenty of practical features. Inside you'll find comfortable living spaces with durable vinyl plank flooring and a bright, functional kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances. The main-level laundry adds everyday convenience, while central air and heat provide year-round comfort. Upstairs, find two spacious bedrooms and a full hall bath offering comfortable living space and plenty of natural light. Step outside to enjoy your own private rear patio-perfect for morning coffee, relaxing, or entertaining. The unfinished, dry basement provides valuable additional storage space and potential for added value. Conveniently located just off 2nd Street, this charming Pennsport home combines a neighborly setting with easy access to the neighborhood's shops, restaurants, and amenities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 246 Watkins St
General
- Price: $265,000
- Taxes: $3,569 (2026)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2658666
- Updated: 9/14/2026
- Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago
Interior
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19148 (19148)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: PENNSPORT
- Cross Streets: Moyamensing
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 840
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 840 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 840 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 700
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 50.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $315.48
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,998
- City/TownTax: $1,570
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $255,000
- Tax Amount: $3,569
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 840
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: washer dryer refriderator range oven microwave
- Lot Number: 119
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Lauren Brooke Jacober
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Schools
Schools serving 246 Watkins St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vare-Washington Elementary School 1198 South 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | K-8 | 0.5 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.2 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 246 Watkins St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/13/2026
Listed
$265,000
18.83%
MLS
6/15/2023
Sold
$223,000
—
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 246 Watkins St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$3,122
—
$255,000
14%
2025
$3,122
—
$223,000
—
2024
$3,122
18%
$223,000
100%
2021
$2,636
-8%
-100%
2023
$2,857
8%
$204,100
8%
2020
$2,636
8%
$188,300
8%
2019
$2,433
8%
$173,800
8%
2018
$2,254
—
$161,000
—
2017
$2,254
23%
$161,000
—
2016
$1,834
-15%
$161,000
—
2015
$2,157
—
$161,000
—
2014
$2,157
133%
$161,000
1600%
2013
$926
—
$9,472
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 246 Watkins St
246 Watkins Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 (MLS# PAPH2658666) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 246 Watkins Street is currently listed for $265,000 and was received on August 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 246 Watkins 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.

