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Property Description
** This home qualifies for a rate reduction and closing cost credit! ** Welcome to 2816 Emerald St, a spacious and updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home perfectly positioned in Kensington with quick access to Olde Richmond, Fishtown, and beyond. Whether you're a first-time buyer or savvy investor, this home checks all the right boxes. Step inside from the charming front foyer into a wide, light-filled living space with recessed lighting, original hardwood floors, amazing flow, and room to relax or entertain. The open layout continues into the dining area, then to a nicely updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, modern appliances, and plenty of cabinet space. Just beyond the kitchen, you'll find a convenient laundry room, a main-level powder room, and access to the private backyard, perfect for outdoor dining, gardening, or letting the dog out. Upstairs, you'll find three well-sized bedrooms and a large full bathroom that includes both a stand up shower and tub. Need extra space? The giant basement offers tons of potential for storage, a workshop, or future finishing. Location-wise, you're within reach of of it all. Just a short stroll to Philadelphia Brewing Co., Meetinghouse, Drunken Jerk Chicken, Korea Taqueria, Atlantis, and all that East Kensington and Olde Richmond have to offer. You're also minutes from public transit, I-95, and the full Frankford Ave corridor for dining, shopping, and easy commuting. Don't miss your chance to own a move-in ready home in one of Philly's most dynamic and quickly growing neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2816 Emerald St
General
- Sold For: $175,000
- Taxes: $1,577 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2561276
- Added to Site: 104 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stove, Water Heater
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: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19134 (19134)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: KENSINGTON
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air, 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: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Stone
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,276
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,376 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,376 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,289
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 85.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $134.45
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $883
- City/TownTax: $694
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $112,700
- Tax Amount: $1,577
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1376
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 244
Listed by KW Empower, Navid Aberg
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Doron Kamhaji
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Schools
Schools serving 2816 Emerald St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Willard Frances E School 2900 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 | K-4 | 0.1 mi |
Kensington HS 2501 Coral Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Kensington Culinary Arts 2463 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School 1901 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 2816 Emerald St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/16/2026
Sold
$175,000
-5.41%
MLS
11/21/2025
Listed
$185,000
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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.
2816 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 (MLS# PAPH2561276) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $175,000 on January 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 2816 Emerald 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.

