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  • Townhouse
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,498 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 4 hours ago
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4542 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PAVideo Tour of 4542 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA.
Welcome home to the beautiful and completely remodeled 4542 Sansom Street in Philadelphia in Penn Alexander School District. This gorgeous home on a wide, tree-lined street with ample street parking in University City has it all! Your large covered front porch is the perfect hangout spot on those cool summer nights and will keep you dry on those rainy days as you enter into your front door. Once inside, you are greeted with a bright & sprawling open floor plan for your living room, dining room, and kitchen, complete with recessed lighting throughout. The kitchen contains every amenity - breakfast island with storage and built-in microwave, all stainless steel appliances including a French door refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, five-burner gas stove with griddle insert & hood vent, white shaker cabinets and marble-patterned countertops complete the look! The laundry hookup has been moved onto the main floor for your convenience. This large laundry room behind the kitchen could easily fit a table for folding or even double as a walk-in pantry. The back door leads to a private fenced-in patio. The 2nd floor plan includes 3 spacious bedrooms and a hall bath with tile shower & tub. Ascend to the primary suite privately situated on the entire 3rd floor. This bedroom is huge and offers two closets, one of which is a walk-in, and a primary bath with a massive walk-in tiled shower complete with glass doors and dual shower heads (rainfall and detachable). Above this level is the entrance to the roof deck with incredible views of the city and built-in lighting. The lower level offers another half bath and two more additional finished rooms, great for a home office, a home gym, a movie room, the possibilities are endless! Dual zoned air conditioning. Walking distance to restaurants, convenience stores, grocery stores, public transit and a quick drive to pick up Rt76. Be the first to live in this gorgeous new home! Schedule your showing today.

Full Property Details for 4542 Sansom St

General

  • Price: $509,900
  • Taxes: $4,990 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2587098
  • Updated: Today (2/24/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Other, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Dining Area
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Water Heater
  • Flooring: Laminate Plank

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 1

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Roof Deck, Other, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)

Parking

  • Parking Type: None

Location

  • Area: 19139 (19139)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY
  • Driving Directions: GPS

School Information

  • School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
  • Elementary School: Penn Alexander School
  • Middle School: Penn Alexander

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Fiberglass
  • Windows: Double Pane, Double Hung, Replacement, Energy Efficient, Vinyl Clad
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 1,498
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,498 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,498 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Property View: Panoramic, City
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,252
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 17.00 x 75.00
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Fencing (Description): Rear, Fully, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $340.39
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $2,794
  • City/TownTax: $2,195
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $356,500
  • Tax Amount: $4,990
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1498

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All appliances in as-is condition and with no monetary value.
  • Lot Number: 1023

Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Lisa M Murphy

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Schools serving 4542 Sansom St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Penn Alexander School
4209 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
K-80.3 mi
West Philadelphia High School
4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
9-120.4 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 4542 Sansom St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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2/24/2026
Listed
$509,900
168.37%
MLS
11/22/2023
Sold
$190,000
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Tax History for 4542 Sansom St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,990
—
$356,500
—
2024
$4,990
29%
$356,500
—
2023
$3,870
—
$356,500
14%
2023
$3,870
21%
$311,500
100%
2018
$3,207
-4%
-100%
2020
$3,332
4%
$238,000
4%
2019
$3,207
70%
$229,100
70%
2018
$1,887
—
$134,800
—
2017
$1,887
29%
$134,800
—
2016
$1,467
-19%
$134,800
—
2015
$1,806
—
$134,800
—
2014
$1,806
93%
$134,800
1309%
2013
$935
—
$9,568
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4542 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2587098) is a Townhouse property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 4542 Sansom Street is currently listed for $509,900 and was received on February 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 4542 Sansom Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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