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Property Description
Welcome to **56 W Penn Street**, a distinctive three-story Germantown townhome offering 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an abundance of original character. From its classic brick facade and covered front porch to its richly finished woodwork, vintage hardware, built-in cabinetry, and original hardwood floors, this home is filled with details that give it warmth and personality. The main level features generous, flexible living spaces with high ceilings, crown molding, and handsome built-in shelving. The standout kitchen is truly one of a kind, combining rustic wood cabinetry, exposed ceiling beams, stainless-steel appliances, and expansive bay windows that flood the room with natural light. Built-in window seating creates a welcoming spot for morning coffee, casual meals, or taking in views of the rear garden. Across the second and third floors are four bedrooms and two full baths, with additional architectural touches including tall windows, built-in storage, and cozy window seats. The flexible layout provides plenty of room for bedrooms, a home office, creative studio, or guest accommodations. Out back, the garden offers brick pathways, mature plantings, and space for gardening. The covered front porch adds another inviting outdoor area and highlights the home's classic Germantown streetscape. Located within walking distance of nearby schools, local shops, neighborhood destinations, parks, and public transportation, **56 W Penn Street** offers a rare combination of historic charm, creative design, natural light, and everyday convenience. **Rear lot perpendicular to back yard is deeded separately and not a part of this transaction**
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 56 W Penn St
General
- Sold For: $300,000
- Taxes: $3,023 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2638180
- Added to Site: 80 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 4
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19144 (19144)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: GERMANTOWN (WEST)
- Cross Streets: Germantown Ave
- Driving Directions: Please use GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,556
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,556 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,556 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,253
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 87.00
- Zoning: RSA3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $176.74
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,693
- City/TownTax: $1,330
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $216,000
- Tax Amount: $3,023
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1556
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 6046
Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill, Paul Walsh Jr. Jr.
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Martha Savery
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Schools
Schools serving 56 W Penn St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kelly John B School 5116 Pulaski Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School 430 East Washington Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
King Martin Luther High School 6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138 | 9-12 | 1.8 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 56 W Penn St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Sold
$300,000
9.09%
MLS
6/17/2026
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.
56 W Penn Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 (MLS# PAPH2638180) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $300,000 on July 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 56 W Penn 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.

