1535 Montrose St Philadelphia, PA 19146
Southwest Center City NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,802/month
Total Views
1,758
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,115
Sq Ft
$377
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- Enclosed patio or porch
- South Facing Home
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 3-minute walk to Carpenter Green Park
About This Home
Charming, Thoughtful, and Yes—Cozy!
Welcome to this lovingly renovated 2 bed, 1.5 bath home on one of the friendliest blocks in the city! Full disclosure: it’s not huge. But every inch has been carefully designed and put to good use (I’m the agent and also the former owner, so this one’s close to my heart). Our family of four lived here happily—proof that small can still be mighty when done right.
On the first floor, you’ve got the kitchen and dining area, the full bath, and a spot we used as our living room (yes, there was a sofa there!). There's also a big linen closet and some smart built-in storage throughout. That said, the finished basement makes an awesome living room, den, or teen hangout—whatever you need.
Upstairs is the main bedroom and a second room with a built-in loft bed and desk—great for a kid’s room, guest room, or home office. Not your thing? We're happy to remove the built-ins before closing.
The finished basement has a newer half bath (small but totally usable—I'm 6'1" and never bumped my head), plus laundry, storage, and mechanicals in the front half.
Out back, there’s a screened-in covered patio with a ceiling fan for summer and a heat lamp for cooler nights, plus a brick patio and fenced-in yard behind that—plenty of space for outdoor living.
This home has been lovingly maintained by a licensed general contractor (me!), and it’s move-in ready. The 1500 block of Montrose is a gem—quiet, tight-knit, and walkable to Sprouts, Target, Starbucks, Chipotle, Wine & Spirits, public transit, playgrounds, and the beloved E.M. Stanton Elementary just a block away.
Bonus: It rents easily (last leased at $2,250/month), so it could also be a great investment if you ever decide to upsize in the future.
Come see what small-but-mighty looks like in person!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,026
Year Built
- Built in 1920 | Remodeled in 2015
Lot Details
- 770 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 14.00 x 55.00
- South Facing Home
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Partially Finished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed patio or porch
Schools
- Edwin M. Stanton Elementary School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 301200800
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Graduate Hospital Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Map
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Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,109 | $430,500 | $86,100 | $344,400 |
| 2024 | $5,109 | $430,500 | $86,100 | $344,400 |
| 2023 | $5,109 | $365,000 | $73,000 | $292,000 |
| 2022 | $3,609 | $320,000 | $73,000 | $247,000 |
| 2021 | $4,239 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,239 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,338 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,456 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,456 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,036 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,906 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $246,900 | $15,708 | $231,192 |
| 2012 | -- | $5,184 | $778 | $4,406 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Price Changed | $420,000 | -1.2% | $377 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -2.3% | $381 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2025 06/23/25 | For Sale | $435,000 | 0.0% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 11/16/2022 11/16/22 | Rented | $1,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/29/2022 10/29/22 | Price Changed | $1,950 | -9.3% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 10/05/2022 10/05/22 | For Rent | $2,150 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/21/2013 06/21/13 | Sold | $217,700 | 0.0% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2013 06/19/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2013 05/16/13 | For Sale | $217,700 | 0.0% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2013 04/24/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/24/2013 04/24/13 | Price Changed | $217,700 | +3.7% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 03/31/2013 03/31/13 | Price Changed | $210,000 | -6.7% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 03/15/2013 03/15/13 | For Sale | $225,000 | 0.0% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 02/29/2012 02/29/12 | Rented | $1,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/28/2012 02/28/12 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/23/2012 02/23/12 | For Rent | $1,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | Tohickon Settlement Services | |
| Deed | $217,700 | None Available | |
| Deed | $140,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $55,500 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Deed | $12,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $330,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $28,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $280,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $217,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $213,725 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $206,878 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $208,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $126,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $49,350 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $16,000 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2503608
APN: 301200800
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