Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/25/2026
Listed
$150,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Opportunity awaits at 8617 Gillespie Street in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood. This three-story shell with garage offers a blank canvas for investors, developers, and ambitious renovators seeking their next project. With good square footage spread across three levels, the property presents numerous possibilities for a complete transformation. Whether you're looking to renovate and resell, create a long-term rental, or add to your investment portfolio, this property offers exceptional upside potential. Conveniently located near shopping, transportation, parks, and major commuter routes, 8617 Gillespie is ready for its next chapter. Property is being sold as-is under ACT 135 Conservatorship. Cash or renovation financing recommended. Daytime Showings Only.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8617 Gillespie St
General
- Price: $150,000
- Taxes: $3,173 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2639956
- Updated: 6/25/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry, Basement Garage, Inside Access
Location
- Area: 19136 (19136)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: HOLMESBURG
- Driving Directions: Lockbox is on back door. Parking behind the house.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: None
- Water Heater: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: None
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Garage Access
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,152
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,152 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,152 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1963
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Major Rehab Needed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,515
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 95.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $130.21
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $1,777
- City/TownTax: $1,396
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $226,700
- Tax Amount: $3,173
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1152
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: AS-IS
- Lot Number: 5048
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Schools
Schools serving 8617 Gillespie St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Holme Thomas School 9125 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114 | K-7 | 0.7 mi |
Lincoln High School 3201 Ryan Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19136 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 8617 Gillespie St
Tax History
Tax History for 8617 Gillespie St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,774
—
$226,700
—
2024
$1,774
24%
$226,700
25%
2023
$1,428
13%
$182,000
100%
2021
$1,268
—
-100%
2023
$1,268
-39%
$137,000
-7%
2020
$2,070
6%
$147,900
6%
2019
$1,950
16%
$139,300
16%
2018
$1,688
—
$120,600
—
2017
$1,688
33%
$120,600
—
2016
$1,268
-22%
$120,600
—
2015
$1,616
—
$120,600
—
2014
$1,616
6%
$120,600
671%
2013
$1,529
—
$15,648
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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8617 Gillespie Street, Philadelphia, PA 19136 (MLS# PAPH2639956) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 8617 Gillespie Street is currently listed for $150,000 and was received on June 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 8617 Gillespie 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.