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$225,000

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  • Townhouse
  • 960 Sq. Ft.
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Move in- ready vacant legally zoned duplex offers an excellent investment or owner-occupant opportunity. Both units are fully updated with upgraded kitchens, baths, and flooring. Featuring a 1-bed, 1-bath unit on the first floor which includes a sizable basement. Second floor gets great natural light and consists of 2-bed, 1 bath. Conveniently located in a high-demand area in close proximity to major highways I-95 and I-76 and public transit. For owner occupants, the rental income from one unit can significantly offset your mortgage or living expenses. Live in one unit and rent the other or rent both and start collecting returns to maximize potential. Schedule your tour today and start building wealth with real estate!

Full Property Details for 2656 S Shields St

General

  • Price: $225,000
  • Taxes: $2,137 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2538942
  • Updated: 12/30/2025
  • Added to Site: 114 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19142 (19142)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Cross Streets: Buist Ave
  • Driving Directions: Please use GPS

School Information

  • School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Other
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry, Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Partial
  • Foundation: Other
  • Square Feet: 960
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 960 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 960 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.): 1,472
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 92.00
  • Zoning: RM1

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $234.38
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $1,197
  • City/TownTax: $940
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $152,700
  • Tax Amount: $2,137
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 960

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All included in sale
  • Lot Number: 102

Listed by KW Empower, Francis Nguyen

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  • Francis Nguyen

    KW Empower

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Schools serving 2656 S Shields St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Patterson John M School
7000 Buist Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19142
K-40.4 mi
Bartram John - Main
2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142
9-120.3 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 2656 S Shields St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/30/2025
Price Increased
$225,000
7.66%
MLS
10/23/2025
Price Reduced
$209,000
-2.75%
MLS
9/25/2025
Listed
$214,900
132.32%
MLS
5/16/2025
Sold
$92,500
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Tax History for 2656 S Shields St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,137
—
$152,700
—
2024
$2,137
-3%
$152,700
-3%
2023
$2,203
95%
$157,400
100%
2021
$1,132
-49%
-100%
2022
$2,203
95%
$157,400
95%
2020
$1,132
15%
$80,900
15%
2019
$987
8%
$70,500
8%
2018
$914
—
$65,300
—
2017
$914
—
$65,300
—
2016
$914
25%
$65,300
20%
2015
$732
—
$54,600
—
2014
$732
-36%
$54,600
370%
2013
$1,135
—
$11,616
—
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2656 S Shields Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142 (MLS# PAPH2538942) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 2656 S Shields Street is currently listed for $225,000 and was received on September 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 2656 S Shields 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.

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