8617 Gillespie Street, Philadelphia, PA 19136 - Photo 1

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$170,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,152 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Opportunity awaits at 8617 Gillespie Street in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood. This 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

Sold For: $170,000
Taxes: $3,173 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2639956
Added to Site: 110 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
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1152

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: AS-IS
Lot Number: 5048

Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Eric I Fox
Sold by RE/MAX Access, Vincent Marciano

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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

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/28/2026

Sold

$170,000

13.33%

MLS

6/25/2026

Listed

$150,000

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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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