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Property Description
Welcome to 636 Carpenter Street, a very special home featuring a combination of historical details and modern amenities!! Located on a lovely tree lined street in the heart of the Bella Vista neighborhood, this elegant abode offers all the best of city living. Its handsome red brick and limestone facade with original cornice opens up into a spacious and inviting open floor plan. The first floor provides plenty of living space including a large combination living / dining area with half bath, oak hardwood flooring, an updated gourmet kitchen with an abundance of cabinet space, island with seating, double ovens, gas cook top with pot filler faucet, SS appliances and marble counters and backsplash. The kitchen opens to the unusually large rear yard with storage shed which is big enough for outdoor entertaining, gardening and play area. Off of the kitchen, take the stairs down to the partially finished basement level. The multi-function basement provides separate areas for a family room / office, play room and storage/workshop with shelving and work bench. Follow the oak staircase up to the second level where you'll find two spacious and bright bedrooms, large hall bath with tub shower combo and storage cabinetry as well as conveniently located stacked washer/dryer in the hallway. Ascend to the third floor where you'll find two more large bedrooms including a primary suite with relaxing en-suite bath! Up one more flight and you'll find an enclosed pilot house with room for a bar area and a door leading out to the roof deck featuring expansive 360 skyline views, composite decking and space for entertaining or just soaking up some rays. Top this all off with ample closet space, oak hardwood flooring throughout, 2 zone central air & gas heating and space for everything your heart desires. This well-proportioned, charming and excellently located residence awaits your updates and personal touches to make this the home of your dreams. Beat the spring rush and schedule your showing today. This one won't last long!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 636 Carpenter St
General
- Price: $789,000
- Taxes: $8,958 (2026)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2574018
- Updated: 1/16/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
- Flooring: Solid Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Roof Deck, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Outbuilding(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s), Roof
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19147 (19147)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: BELLA VISTA
- Driving Directions: south on 6th Street to Carpenter St., make a right on Carpenter St.
- Direction Faces: North
- Location Details: Middle Of Block
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: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Poured Concrete, Shelving, Windows
- Foundation: Stone, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Windows: Casement, Double Hung
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,234
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,154 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,034 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 120 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1789
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage Barn/Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,227
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 77.00
- Zoning: RSA5
- Fencing (Description): Masonry/Stone, Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $387.91
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $5,016
- City/TownTax: $3,941
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $640,000
- Tax Amount: $8,958
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2034
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: any existing window treatments, refrigerator, washer, dryer, dishwasher, basement TV and bracket, basement storage room shelving, some existing furniture and outdoor umbrella are negotiable
- Lot Number: 152
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Schools
Schools serving 636 Carpenter St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Nebinger George W School 601 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | K-8 | 0 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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636 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (MLS# PAPH2574018) is a Townhouse property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 636 Carpenter Street is currently listed for $789,000 and was received on January 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 636 Carpenter 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.