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$299,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 1,380 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 7 days ago

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823 S 56th Street,Philadelphia, PA 19143

823 S 56th StreetPhiladelphiaPA19143

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This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and modern upgrades in a convenient West Philadelphia location. As you enter, you're greeted by a versatile mudroom-ideal for a home office, cozy reading nook, or a plant-filled retreat. The main living area is spacious with a half bath, filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances, an island perfect for entertaining and a large kitchen perfect for making the homes most delicious meals. Off the kitchen, you'll find a door to a spacious deck, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or a cocktail on a nice cool summer evening. The home features updated 200-amp electrical service, central air, and a filtration system integrated into the heating, providing efficiency and peace of mind. The spacious finished basement is designed for entertaining, complete with pre-wiring for an entertainment system and an additional half bath, making it perfect for movie nights, gatherings, or a recreation space. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat, featuring an en-suite bathroom with an overhead shower, TWO spacious closets, and a ductless system for customized comfort. Conveniently located near public transportation, Baltimore Avenue, shopping, and coffee shops; it's very walkable. This home offers easy access to everything you need while delivering space, upgrades, and flexibility rarely found at the perfect price point.

Full Property Details for 823 S 56th St

General

  • Price: $299,000
  • Taxes: $969 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2581724
  • Updated: 2/13/2026
  • Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
  • Interior Features: Recessed Lighting
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Stove, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19143 (19143)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: COBBS CREEK
  • Driving Directions: Continue south on S 56th St Pass Woodland Ave 823 S 56th St will be on your right-hand side
  • Direction Faces: West

School Information

  • School District: The School District Of Philadelphia

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,380
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,380 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,380 Sq. Ft.
  • Basement Finished: 100%
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,277
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 80.00
  • Zoning: RM1

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $216.67
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $542
  • City/TownTax: $426
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $69,247
  • Tax Amount: $969
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1380

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 99
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Schools serving 823 S 56th St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Sayre William L Middle School
5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
9-120.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 823 S 56th St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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2/13/2026
Listed
$299,000
25.37%
MLS
10/08/2021
Sold
$238,500
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Tax History for 823 S 56th St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$969
—
$262,300
—
2024
$969
18%
$262,300
18%
2023
$820
35%
$221,900
100%
2021
$609
-26%
-100%
2023
$820
35%
$58,582
-72%
2020
$609
—
$207,700
4%
2019
$606
128%
$200,000
953%
2018
$266
—
$19,000
—
2017
$266
—
$19,000
—
2016
$266
-59%
$19,000
-60%
2015
$645
—
$48,100
—
2014
$645
282%
$48,100
2684%
2013
$169
—
$1,728
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823 S 56th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2581724) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 823 S 56th Street is currently listed for $299,000 and was received on February 13, 2026. This property is listed by Candy Manning from our Blue Bell Office.Want to learn more about 823 S 56th 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.

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