2538 S 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145 - Photo 1

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$475,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
4 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
2,496 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Welcome to 2538 S. 17th Street, a beautifully updated home in a prime South Philadelphia location. Situated on a wide street with ample parking, this home offers both convenience and charm, just moments from St. Monica Roman Catholic School, with easy access to Oregon Avenue, Interstate 95, and Schuylkill Expressway, making commuting and daily errands effortless. The home welcomes you with a beautiful brick exterior and a spacious front porch, perfect for relaxing outdoors. Inside, you'll find refinished flooring and a thoughtfully updated interior featuring fresh paint throughout. The brand-new kitchen is designed with style and functionality in mind, showcasing white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and new stainless steel appliances. The first floor also includes the added convenience of a half bathroom and access to a private backyard, ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying your own outdoor space. Upstairs, the second-floor features two generously sized bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. The third floor offers two additional large bedrooms, providing plenty of space for guests, a home office, or flexible living arrangements. Additional improvements include a new roof and a new sewer stack, new rear steps and many more-offering peace of mind for the next owner. With its excellent location, spacious layout, and beautiful updates throughout, this home offers exceptional value in one of South Philadelphia's most convenient neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today - this one won't last long.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 2538 S 17th St

General

Sold For: $475,000
Taxes: $4,337 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2602466
Added to Site: 150 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4
Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: 19145 (19145)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: GIRARD ESTATES
Driving Directions: Use GPS.

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City
High School: South Philadelphia

Community

Pets Allowed: Yes
Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Radiator
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.: Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Flat
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,496
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,872 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,872 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1920
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good, Good

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,128
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 71.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $253.74
Assessment Year: 2026
School Tax: $2,429
City/TownTax: $1,908
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $309,900
Tax Amount: $4,337
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1872

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Refrigerator
Lot Number: 155

Listed by KW Greater West Chester, Tracy Sauler
Sold by Keller Williams Real Estate - Media, Jamie Kerezsi

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Schools

Schools serving 2538 S 17th St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Bregy F Amedee School 1700 Bigler Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	K-8	0.3 mi
South Philadelphia High School 2101 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148	9-12	0.5 mi

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Price & Sales History for 2538 S 17th St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/11/2026

Sold

$475,000

—

MLS

6/04/2026

Price Reduced

$475,000

-4.04%

MLS

5/03/2026

Price Reduced

$495,000

-3.86%

MLS

4/14/2026

Price Reduced

$514,900

-4.47%

MLS

4/08/2026

Listed

$539,000

—

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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