817 Selma Street, Philadelphia, PA 19116 - Photo 1

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$413,500

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,173 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage
Updated 9 hours ago

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Property Description

Looking for a Philadelphia address with a true residential feel? Welcome home. This Somerton split-level offers a wonderful opportunity to create your ideal living space. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this home is full of potential and solid updates where they matter most. Hardwood floors lie beneath the carpeting on both the main and upper levels, ready to be revealed. Major improvements include a new roof (2020), central air conditioning (2019), and a hot water heater replaced in 2025, giving peace of mind to the next owner. The eat-in kitchen offers everyday functionality, while the lower-level family room provides additional living space, along with a laundry room and a convenient half bath. The basement level features two bonus rooms, ideal for storage, a home office, workshop, or hobby space. Outside, enjoy a level, fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. While the home does need updating, it presents a fantastic opportunity to add your personal touch in a desirable neighborhood. A great value with strong bones-don't miss the chance to make this home your own.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 817 Selma St

General

Sold For: $413,500
Taxes: $5,082 (2026)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2594370
Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 5
Rooms/Areas: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In
Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Parking Type: Driveway, Attached Garage
Garage Description: Built In

Location

Area: 19116 (19116)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: SOMERTON
Cross Streets: Proctor
Driving Directions: Left on Bustleton, Left on Rennard, Right on Proctor, Left on Selma.

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City
High School: George Washington

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

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

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Split Level
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partial
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,173
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,173 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,173 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1960
Year Built Source: Estimated
Property Condition: Good

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,663
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Zoning: RSD3
Lot Description: Front Yard, Level, Landscaping, Rear Yard

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $340.15
School Tax: $2,846
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $363,100
Tax Amount: $5,082
Tax Year: 2026
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1173

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer. All as is at no monetary value.
Lot Number: 441

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Schools

Schools serving 817 Selma St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Loesche William H School 595 Tomlinson Road, Philadelphia, PA 19116	K-5	0.2 mi
C.C.A. Baldi Middle School 8801 Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115	6-8	2.3 mi
Washington George High School 10175 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116	9-12	0.7 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 817 Selma St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/04/2026

Sold

$413,500

3.63%

MLS

3/19/2026

Listed

$399,000

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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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817 Selma Street, Philadelphia, PA 19116 (MLS# PAPH2594370) is a Single Family property that was sold at $413,500 on May 04, 2026. This property was listed by Sharon Diller from our Blue Bell Office.Want to learn more about 817 Selma Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

817 Selma St Philadelphia, PA 19116