$209,000

823 Mercer St Philadelphia, PA 19125

Fishtown Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,283/month

Total Views 99
3 Beds
1 Bath
920 Sq Ft
$227 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 5-minute walk to Fishtown Recreation Center
  • No HOA

About This Home

Great investment opportunity in the heart of Fishtown! This property offers 3 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, full unfinished basement, and a small rear yard. Walking distance to all the new shops, restaurants and all that Fishtown has to offer. Could be a good opportunity for a fix and flip investor, buy and hold investor, or a homeowner looking to make it their own. Property is being sold in As-is condition.

Listing Agent

Ryan Andrews

RE/MAX One Realty License #RS-271120-L Listed on: 07/17/2025

RE/MAX One Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,511

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 672 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 14.00 x 48.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 920 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Fishtown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 276
  • Assessor Parcel Number 181408000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,511

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Remarks Public: Great investment opportunity in the heart of Fishtown! This property offers 3 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, full unfinished basement, and a small rear yard. Walking distance to all the new shops, restaurants and all that Fishtown has to offer. Could be a good opportunity for a fix and flip investor, buy and hold investor, or a homeowner looking to make it their own. Property is being sold in As-is condition.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 920
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 920
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 227.17
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 920
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 823

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper 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
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • 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: O31
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 48.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 672.00
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 846.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1511.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 181408000
  • Tax Lot: 276
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 920
  • 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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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,512 $293,600 $58,720 $234,880
2024 $1,512 $293,600 $58,720 $234,880
2023 $1,512 $223,800 $44,760 $179,040
2022 $1,512 $108,000 $44,760 $63,240
2021 $1,512 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,512 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,512 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,512 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,512 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,512 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,447 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $128,500 $11,222 $117,278
2012 -- $11,520 $951 $10,569
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 For Sale $209,000 -- $227 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $39,900 --
Deed $13,000 --
Sheriffs Deed $21,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $50,000 New Conventional
Closed $20,000 Unknown
Closed $10,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2517474

Bright MLS

APN: 181408000

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19125 Fishtown

823 Mercer St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 823 Mercer St, Philadelphia, PA 19125 and is currently priced at $209,000, approximately $227 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 823 Mercer St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Adaire Alexander School, Penn Treaty School, and Holy Name of Jesus.

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