2470 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 - Photo 1

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$145,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,030 Sq. Ft.
Updated 1 day ago

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Property Description

Hot East Kensington 2-Bed Rowhome - Prime Location, Huge Potential Rare opportunity to own in one of Philly's hottest neighborhoods! 2470 Emerald St is a solid 2-bedroom, 1-bath brick rowhome just blocks from Fishtown's restaurants, bars, and transit. Property is in dated but functional condition - perfect for an investor, flipper, or owner-occupant ready to make it shine. Features include classic parquet-style floors throughout, full kitchen with appliances, large windows with great natural light, and a private rear concrete patio. Needs cosmetic updates (kitchen, bath, paint, lighting) and possible systems refresh to reach full market value - priced aggressively to reflect work needed. Sold AS-IS. Walk to everything Fishtown has to offer - don't miss this one!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 2470 Emerald St

General

Sold For: $145,000
Taxes: $2,467 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2569878
Added to Site: 64 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2
Bedrooms Upper: 2

Parking

Parking Type: None

Location

Area: 19125 (19125)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Driving Directions: Follow US-340 E, I-70 E and I-95 N to Richmond St in Philadelphia. Take exit 23 from I-95 N Take Aramingo Ave N and E York St to Emerald St

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
Foundation: Other
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,030
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,030 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,030 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1871
Year Built Source: Estimated

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,147
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Dimensions: 17 x 58
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $180.49
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $1,382
City/TownTax: $1,085
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $176,300
Tax Amount: $2,467
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1030

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 274

Listed by ListWithFreedom.com, Ralph Marion Harvey III
Sold by United Real Estate, Jeffrey Sommer

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Schools

Schools serving 2470 Emerald St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Brown Henry A School 1946 East Sergeant Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125	K-8	0.1 mi
Kensington HS 2501 Coral Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125	9-12	0.1 mi
Kensington Culinary Arts 2463 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125	9-12	0.1 mi
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School 1901 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122	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 2470 Emerald St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

2/25/2026

Sold

$145,000

-22%

MLS

12/29/2025

Listed

$185,900

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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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2470 Emerald St Philadelphia, PA 19125