51 E High Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 - Photo 1

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$299,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
6 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,475 Sq. Ft.
Updated 3 days ago

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Property Description

Welcome to 51 E High Street, a beautifully updated and exceptionally spacious Germantown twin that seamlessly blends historic character with modern comfort. Offering 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and over 2,400 square feet of living space across three levels, this impressive home showcases many original details including soaring ceilings, oversized windows, beautiful millwork, and generously sized rooms that provide both charm and functionality. Thoughtful updates throughout complement the home's timeless appeal while central heating and air conditioning ensure year-round comfort. Relax on the inviting wraparound front porch or step outside to one of the property's most remarkable features, an enormous rear yard that is a true rarity in the city, offering endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, outdoor recreation, pets, play space, or creating your own private retreat. Ideally located in the heart of historic Germantown, you'll enjoy easy access to neighborhood favorites along Germantown Avenue, local cafes and restaurants, parks, cultural attractions, and SEPTA Regional Rail for convenient access to Center City. Combining classic Philadelphia architecture, modern updates, abundant living space, and an extraordinary outdoor setting, 51 E High Street presents a unique opportunity to own a truly special home in one of Philadelphia's most distinctive neighborhoods.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 51 E High St

General

Sold For: $299,000
Taxes: $4,069 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2629306
Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Main & Up: 6

Parking

Parking Type: Off Street

Location

Area: 19144 (19144)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: GERMANTOWN
Driving Directions: Use GPS

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Community

Pets Allowed: Yes
Pets: Cats OK

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Other
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Stories Description: Main
Square Feet: 2,475
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,475 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,475 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1915
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,700
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 25.00 x 188.00
Zoning: RSA3

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $111.11
Assessment Year: 2026
School Tax: $2,278
City/TownTax: $1,790
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $290,700
Tax Amount: $4,069
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2475

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 110

Listed by KW Empower, Ian J Perler
Sold by EXP Realty, LLC, Shari Smith-Jackson

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Schools

Schools serving 51 E High St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School 430 East Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19144	6-8	0.5 mi
King Martin Luther High School 6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138	9-12	1.3 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 51 E High St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/17/2026

Sold

$299,000

8.73%

MLS

6/03/2026

Listed

$275,000

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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.

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