537 Watkins Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 - Photo 1

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$487,750

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,486 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

537 Watkins Street offers a perfect blend of modern updates and South Philadelphia charm. Just two blocks from Dickinson Square Park, this beautifully maintained home is set on a peaceful, tree-lined block with a strong sense of community. It also falls within the popular Vare-Washington catchment area. Highlights include: Renovated galley kitchen with modern appliances, elegant countertops, and ample storage Recently renovated 3rd-floor bathroom with matte black fixtures and contemporary finishes New water heater and new roof for peace of mind Spacious 2nd-floor laundry room with abundant storage Private outdoor space with a dedicated gas line for grilling and entertaining Close to Passyunk Avenue's shops and restaurants Easy access to I-95, Target, Ikea, Acme, Giant, and Lowe's Moore Street Beverage, just one block away, is perfect for craft beer lovers. With modern upgrades, outdoor space, and prime location, 537 Watkins Street is a rare South Philadelphia find.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 537 Watkins St

General

Sold For: $487,750
Taxes: $5,121 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2537914
Added to Site: 122 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry
Interior Features: Primary Bath(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Tile/Brick, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Upper 3 - Full Baths: 2
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3
Bedrooms-Up3: 1

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Kitchen - Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Main
Dining Room: Dining Room, Main
Laundry: Upper 1

Exterior

Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)

Parking

Parking Type: None

Location

Area: 19148 (19148)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: Philadelphia
Development Name: Pennsport
Subdivision: Pennsport
Driving Directions: Head south on Broad Street. Turn left onto Washington Avenue. Turn right onto 5th Street. Turn left onto Watkins Street. The property will be on your right near the intersection with 6th Street
Direction Faces: South

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Community

Pets Allowed: Yes
Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Straight Thru
Architectural Style: Straight Thru
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry, Brick, Concrete, Block
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Other
Foundation: Other
Roof: Flat
Entry Floor Number: 1
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3
Square Feet: 1,486
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,486 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,486 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1920
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,200
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 80.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $335.8
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $2,868
City/TownTax: $2,253
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $365,900
Tax Amount: $5,121
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1131

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 325

Listed by Houwzer, LLC, Patricia Gesswein
Sold by BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square, Amy Shelanski

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Schools

Schools serving 537 Watkins St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Vare-Washington Elementary School 1198 South 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147	K-8	0.5 mi
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148	9-12	0.3 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 537 Watkins St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/14/2025

Sold

$487,750

-2.25%

MLS

9/22/2025

Price Reduced

$499,000

-5.67%

MLS

9/19/2025

Listed

$529,000

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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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