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Property Description
Have everything steps from your door! Walk to Penn University and Hospital, spend evenings at Schuylkill River Park, and weekend brunch at Sabrinas Cafe or Sidecar Bar and Grille! Then come home to this beautiful tree lined street! Step inside to an inviting open-concept first floor featuring beautiful hardwood floors and a layout designed for effortless entertaining. The kitchen offers white shaker cabinets, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances and nice breakfast bar to sit at. The private backyard provides a peaceful retreat-perfect for morning coffee with a good book or al fresco dining with friends. Upstairs, the second floor offers two beautifully appointed bedrooms with hardwood flooring throughout, along with a full bathroom. The third floor is dedicated to a spacious primary suite filled with natural light and featuring vaulted ceilings, generous closet space, and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with dual shower heads. An additional room on this level provides the perfect space for a home office, dressing room, or flexible living area. No need to get in a car when you can walk to everything! With its prime location, thoughtful layout, and inviting outdoor space, 523 S 27th St is a wonderful place to call home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 523 S 27th St
General
- Price: $700,000
- Taxes: $11,584 (2026)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2659136
- Updated: 10/2/2026
- Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19146 (19146)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: FITLER SQUARE
- Driving Directions: Go to 523 S 27th St
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 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: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 1,570
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,570 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,368 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 202 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 703
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 50.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $511.7
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $6,487
- City/TownTax: $5,097
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $827,600
- Tax Amount: $11,584
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1368
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 56
Listed by Keller Williams Main Line, MATTHEW TALLENT
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Schools
Schools serving 523 S 27th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Greenfield Albert M School 2200 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | K-8 | 0.5 mi |
Franklin Benjamin High School 550 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | 12-11 | 1.7 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 523 S 27th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/02/2026
Price Increased
$700,000
3.7%
MLS
9/21/2026
Price Reduced
$675,000
-3.57%
MLS
9/10/2026
Price Reduced
$699,999
—
MLS
8/20/2026
Listed
$700,000
-9.68%
MLS
4/19/2022
Sold
$775,000
—
Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 523 S 27th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$10,673
—
$827,600
20%
2025
$10,673
—
$691,000
-9%
2025
$10,673
—
$762,500
—
2024
$10,673
31%
$762,500
31%
2023
$8,119
-12%
$580,000
100%
2021
$9,254
—
-100%
2020
$9,254
3%
$661,100
3%
2019
$8,956
30%
$639,800
30%
2018
$6,909
—
$493,600
—
2017
$6,909
—
$493,600
—
2016
$6,909
4%
$493,600
—
2015
$6,614
—
$493,600
—
2014
$6,614
113%
$493,600
1453%
2013
$3,105
—
$31,776
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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523 S 27th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (MLS# PAPH2659136) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 523 S 27th Street is currently listed for $700,000 and was received on August 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 523 S 27th 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.

