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$259,990

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,696 Sq. Ft.
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Welcome to 279 W Sheldon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120, a beautiful newly renovated corner property featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This move-in-ready home has been completely updated with a new kitchen featuring granite countertops, a new stove and range hood, two beautifully renovated bathrooms with quality materials, durable waterproof vinyl flooring, new electrical wiring and lighting, new plumbing pipes, new central air, replaced doors and windows, new sheetrock on the walls and ceilings, and fresh paint throughout. The property also includes a new water heater and an unfinished basement that has been nicely painted and stucco, providing additional storage or future-use potential. The home was previously commercially zoned, offering potential for business use on the first floor while living on the second floor, subject to current zoning and required approvals. Conveniently located near schools, grocery stores, shops, auto repair businesses, and other everyday amenities, this property is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, spacious, and beautifully renovated home with additional potential. Don't miss the opportunity to make this wonderful property your new home or investment!

Full Property Details for 279 W Sheldon St

General

  • Price: $259,990
  • Taxes: $2,249 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2591266
  • Updated: 8/19/2026
  • Added to Site: 190 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 4

Parking

  • Parking Type: None

Location

  • Area: 19145 (19145)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Driving Directions: GPS,

School Information

  • School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Septic
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Stories Description: Main
  • Square Feet: 1,696
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,696 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,696 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,040
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 65.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $153.3
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $1,259
  • City/TownTax: $989
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $160,700
  • Tax Amount: $2,249
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1696

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 7047

Listed by Homestarr Realty, Sarah Khim

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  • Sarah Khim

    Homestarr Realty

Listing Office Email: homestarr@homestarrinc.com

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Schools serving 279 W Sheldon St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Morrison Andrew J School
5100 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120
K-80 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 279 W Sheldon St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/19/2026
Price Increased
$259,990
0.03%
MLS
5/20/2026
Price Increased
$259,900
4%
MLS
5/06/2026
Price Reduced
$249,900
-12.29%
MLS
3/06/2026
Listed
$284,900
111.04%
MLS
6/13/2025
Sold
$135,000
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Tax History for 279 W Sheldon St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$2,249
—
$161,000
—
2025
$2,249
—
$160,700
—
2024
$2,249
44%
$160,700
44%
2023
$1,565
30%
$111,800
100%
2021
$1,200
—
-100%
2020
$1,200
8%
$85,700
8%
2019
$1,116
1%
$79,700
1%
2018
$1,110
—
$79,300
—
2017
$1,110
—
$79,300
—
2016
$1,110
4%
$79,300
—
2015
$1,063
—
$79,300
—
2014
$1,063
3%
$79,300
653%
2013
$1,029
—
$10,528
—
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279 W Sheldon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120 (MLS# PAPH2591266) is a Townhouse property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 279 W Sheldon Street is currently listed for $259,990 and was received on March 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 279 W Sheldon 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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