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Property Description
Welcome to this delightful two-bedroom, one-bathroom gem nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the sought-after Fairmount neighborhood. Bursting with character and original charm, this home beautifully blends classic details with modern updates. Step inside to an open floor plan with hardwood floors and high ceilings. The updated kitchen features white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a chic tile backsplash, and a breakfast bar. The spacious private patio is your own outdoor oasis, perfect for grilling, gardening, and dining al fresco. Head up the original staircase to find two comfortable bedrooms with ample closet space and a full bathroom with a charming clawfoot tub. The basement houses the laundry, mechanicals, abundant storage space, and an additional toilet & shower. Walkable to restaurants, cafes, shops, bars, multiple museums, Fairmount Park, Schuylkill River Trail, Center City, and public transportation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 857 N Taylor St
General
- Sold For: $375,000
- Taxes: $5,557 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2515542
- Added to Site: 214 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Kitchen
- Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19130 (19130)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: FAIRMOUNT
- Cross Streets: Parrish Street
- Driving Directions: From Poplar Street, turn onto N Taylor Street and the property will be on the left towards the end of the block, just before Parrish Street. For best results, use a GPD from your starting location.
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
- 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.: Other
- Foundation: Permanent
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 852
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 852 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 852 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 662
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 47.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $440.14
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $3,112
- City/TownTax: $2,445
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $397,000
- Tax Amount: $5,557
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 852
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Lot Number: 192
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Bradley Button
Sold by BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square, Andrew J Blank
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Schools
Schools serving 857 N Taylor St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bache-Martin School 2201 Brown Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Franklin Benjamin High School 550 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | 12-11 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 857 N Taylor St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/26/2025
Sold
$375,000
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MLS
7/17/2025
Listed
$375,000
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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.
857 N Taylor Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 (MLS# PAPH2515542) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $375,000 on August 26, 2025. Want to learn more about 857 N Taylor 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.

