Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/06/2026
Listed
$219,900
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MLS
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Property Description
Opportunity with upside in Pottstown's desirable North End. Situated on nearly a quarter-acre across two parcels, this solid brick Cape Cod offers space, flexibility, and potential rarely found at this price point. The 4-bedroom, 2-bath layout includes a foyer entry, spacious living room with French doors leading to a side porch/deck, dining room, kitchen, and two first-floor bedrooms, one previously used as a den. The upper level features two additional bedrooms and a hall bath. A finished lower level adds additional space, with walk-up access to the yard. This estate property is being sold as-is and presents an opportunity for renovation and customization. Ideal for buyers looking to add value and make it their own. Conveniently located within walking distance to local schools and close to area amenities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 853 N Franklin St
General
- Price: $219,900
- Taxes: $5,370 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAMC2178708
- Updated: 5/7/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Off Street, On Street
Location
- Area: Pottstown Boro (10616)
- Municipality: POTTSTOWN BORO
- County: MONTGOMERY
- Driving Directions: From Route 100 & State St., proceed south on N. State St. to a L on Wilson to a L on N. Franklin St. to property on right at 853.
School Information
- School District: Pottstown
- Middle School: Pottstown
- High School: Pottstown Senior
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Walkout Stairs
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Pitched, Shingle
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,645
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,645 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,645 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1938
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,098
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Lot Description: Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $133.68
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $3,548
- County Tax: $461
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $84,560
- Tax Amount: $5,370
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1645
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, juke box in basement (in as is condition)
- Lot Number: 27
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Collegeville, Edward G Curran
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Schools
Schools serving 853 N Franklin St
School District:Pottstown School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Franklin El School 970 North Franklin Street, Pottstown, PA 19464 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Pottstown Middle School 600 North Franklin Street, Pottstown, PA 19464 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Pottstown Senior High School 750 North Washington Street, Pottstown, PA 19464 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 853 N Franklin St
Tax History
Tax History for 853 N Franklin St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,535
4%
$84,560
—
2024
$5,304
2%
$84,560
—
2023
$5,190
1%
$84,560
—
2022
$5,119
1%
$84,560
—
2021
$5,059
1%
$84,560
—
2020
$5,002
1%
$84,560
—
2020
$4,946
2%
$84,560
—
2019
$4,833
5%
$84,560
—
2018
$4,624
2%
$84,560
—
2017
$4,519
1%
$84,560
—
2016
$4,484
1%
$84,560
—
2015
$4,458
4%
$84,560
—
2014
$4,280
—
$84,560
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853 N Franklin Street, Pottstown, PA 19464 (MLS# PAMC2178708) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 853 N Franklin Street is currently listed for $219,900 and was received on May 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 853 N Franklin Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Pottstown? You can browse all Pottstown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.