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$55,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,084 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Investor Special in Kensington! Opportunity awaits at 627 E Wensley Street, a 3-bedroom, 1-bath traditional Philadelphia row home situated on a quiet block in Kensington, just minutes from East Kensington and Fishtown. This property is in need of a full renovation and offers an excellent opportunity for investors, rehabbers, builders, or buyers looking to create value from the ground up. The classic row home layout provides plenty of potential to reimagine the interior with modern finishes, updated systems, and a layout designed for today's lifestyle. With ongoing renovation and development throughout the surrounding area, this property may be well suited for a fix-and-flip, buy-and-hold rental, or long-term investment strategy. Enjoy convenient access to public transportation, major roadways, neighborhood shopping, and the restaurants, cafés, and creative spaces throughout nearby East Kensington and Fishtown. Property is being sold strictly AS-IS. Buyer is responsible for all due diligence, inspections, permits, zoning, and verification of intended use. Bring your contractor, your flashlight, and your vision-627 E Wensley is ready for its next chapter.

Full Property Details for 627 E Wensley St

General

  • Price: $55,000
  • Taxes: $474 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2665228
  • Updated: 9/23/2026
  • Added to Site: 23 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bathroom 1

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19134 (19134)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: KENSINGTON
  • Cross Streets: E Street
  • Driving Directions: E Street to E Wensley - property ahead on block

School Information

  • School District: Philadelphia City
  • High School: Kensington

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: None

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Poured Concrete, Unfinished
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
  • Square Feet: 1,084
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 784 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 784 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

  • Unit Floor in Bldg.: 3

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 637
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 46.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $70.15
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $265
  • City/TownTax: $208
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $33,900
  • Tax Amount: $474
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 784

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 101

Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, david m cohen

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    Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

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Schools serving 627 E Wensley St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Gloria Casarez Elementary School
800 East Ontario Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
K-40.2 mi
Kensington HS
2501 Coral Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
9-121.1 mi
Kensington Culinary Arts
2463 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
9-121.2 mi
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School
1901 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
9-121.7 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 627 E Wensley St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/01/2026
Listed
$55,000
214.29%
MLS
10/14/2016
Sold
$17,500
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Tax History for 627 E Wensley St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$357
—
$33,900
33%
2025
$357
—
$25,500
—
2024
$357
28%
$25,500
28%
2023
$279
38%
$19,900
100%
2021
$202
—
-100%
2020
$202
7%
$14,400
7%
2019
$188
-37%
$13,400
-37%
2018
$300
—
$21,400
—
2017
$300
—
$21,400
—
2016
$300
5%
$21,400
—
2015
$287
—
$21,400
—
2014
$287
-40%
$21,400
337%
2013
$478
—
$4,896
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627 E Wensley Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 (MLS# PAPH2665228) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 627 E Wensley Street is currently listed for $55,000 and was received on September 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 627 E Wensley 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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