$150,000

Estimated payment $929/month

Total Views 42,602
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
$139 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 1-minute walk to Woodland Avenue And 55Th Street

About This Home

Investor Special in Southwest Philly!

Welcome to 1735 S 55th St – a 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home ready for your vision. This property is perfect for investors looking to renovate and build equity or generate rental income. The home needs repairs and is being sold as-is, but offers strong potential in a growing neighborhood.

Located near public transportation, shopping, and schools
Comparable renovated homes in the area have sold for significantly higher—making this a smart value-add opportunity. Bring your contractor and imagination!

Property being sold in as-is condition.

Listing Agent

Maurice Richardson

(215) 279-0591 mrbroker@nogreateragent.com Velvet Rope Homes License #RB-0031274 Listed on: 05/21/2025

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,601

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 975 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 65.00

Home Design

  • AirLite
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Partially Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Kingsessing Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 253
  • Assessor Parcel Number 514198000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,601

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Airlite
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer and Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Remarks Public: Investor Special in Southwest Philly! Welcome to 1735 S 55th St – a 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home ready for your vision. This property is perfect for investors looking to renovate and build equity or generate rental income. The home needs repairs and is being sold as-is, but offers strong potential in a growing neighborhood. Located near public transportation, shopping, and schools Comparable renovated homes in the area have sold for significantly higher—making this a smart value-add opportunity. Bring your contractor and imagination! Property being sold in as-is condition.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1080
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1080
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 138.89
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1080
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1735

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District Key: 803408593408
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 65.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 975.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 896.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1601.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 514198000
  • Tax Lot: 253
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1080
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $816 $114,400 $22,880 $91,520
2024 $816 $114,400 $22,880 $91,520
2023 $816 $58,300 $11,600 $46,700
2022 $801 $58,300 $11,600 $46,700
2021 $801 $0 $0 $0
2020 $801 $0 $0 $0
2019 $739 $0 $0 $0
2018 $281 $0 $0 $0
2017 $281 $0 $0 $0
2016 $281 $0 $0 $0
2015 $269 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $20,100 $3,510 $16,590
2012 -- $4,640 $816 $3,824
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Price Changed $150,000 -3.2% $139 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Price Changed $155,000 -6.1% $144 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 For Sale $165,000 -- $153 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed $1,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $8,850 Servicelink
Sheriffs Deed $5,100 None Available
Deed $53,000 --
Deed $14,500 --
Deed -- --
Sheriffs Deed $10,300 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $47,700 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Maurice Richardson

Velvet Rope Homes

(844) 368-4719

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Broker/Owner of VELVET ROPE HOMES servicing Pennsylvania and Delaware.

No matter the time or day, weekend or holiday. Feel free to call. Need to see a home. Let's Go!!! Give me a call and I'll set up the appointment.

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2485084

Bright MLS

APN: 514198000