For Sale16d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
1540 Church St
Philadelphia, PA, 19124 • Frankford • Philadelphia County
$190,000
$137/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
1Baths
1,382Sqft
0.02 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Frankford
Frankford
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
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Listed 16 days ago · 935 views · 23 saves
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1920 · Historic
Welcome to 1540 Church Street, a beautifully renovated home offering modern comfort, thoughtful design, and everyday convenience. Step inside to discover a bright, open-concept layout with clean lines, recessed lighting, and stylish finishes throughout. The updated kitchen features sleek white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and ample counter space, seamlessly flowing into the main living area—perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find 2 spacious, sun-filled bedrooms with generous layouts and flexibility for a home office, guest space, or growing household needs. The upper-level bonus space offers additional versatility—ideal for a lounge, workspace, or a children's play den! Conveniently located in Frankford, this home offers easy access to public transportation, local shops, grocery stores, and everyday essentials—all within walking distance. Enjoy a highly walkable neighborhood with quick connections to Center City and surrounding areas Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking for a move-in-ready home with modern updates and strong long-term value, 1540 Church Street delivers comfort, space, and accessibility all in one.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights clean lines, stylish finishes throughout, and generous layouts as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,245/month
Principal & Interest$992
Property Tax$190
Insurance$63
Down payment20% ($38,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $152,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1920
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot968 sqft
Days on Zillow16 Days
Price/sqft$137
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional
Year built1920
Stories3
Systems
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementUnfinished
Lot968 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodFrankford
ZoningRSA5
Annual tax$2,343
Parcel232037500
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Heating
Central
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market16
Est. value$189,400
Est. rent$1,660/mo
Tax rate0.94%
Price/sqft$137
On marketMar 25, 2026
PostedMar 25, 2026
Last sold$41,607
MLS updatedMar 25, 2026
Tour days9
Views935
Favorites23
How are the schools in Philadelphia?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Philadelphia, PA, 19124
Price history
19 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 25, 2026Listed For Sale$190,000$137Bright MLS
Sep 19, 2023Listing Removed——Bright MLS
Aug 30, 2023Listed For Rent$1,300$1Bright MLS
Nov 9, 2022Listing Removed——Zillow Rental Network Premium
Nov 2, 2022Price Change$1,198$1Zillow Rental Network Premium
Oct 14, 2022Listed For Rent$1,246$1Zillow Rental Network Premium
Aug 20, 2021Listing Removed——Zillow Rental Network Premium
Aug 4, 2021Listed For Rent$1,350$1Zillow Rental Network Premium
Nov 12, 2020Sold$41,607$30Public Record
Mar 27, 2019Listing Removed$53,900$39Keller Williams Philly
Mar 14, 2019Price Change$53,900$39Keller Williams Philly
Feb 18, 2019Listed For Sale$54,900$40Keller Williams Philly
Jul 18, 2018Listing Removed$650—HWC, LLC
Jul 6, 2018Listed For Rent$650—HWC, LLC
Jul 6, 2012Listing Removed$675—Disston Realty
May 14, 2012Listed For Rent$675—Disston Realty
Feb 11, 2011Listing Removed$675—Disston Realty
Jan 9, 2011Listed For Rent$675—Disston Realty
Aug 8, 2000Sold$11,400$8Public Record
Listed For Sale$190,000
Mar 25, 2026•$137/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed—
Sep 19, 2023•Bright MLS
Listed For Rent$1,300
Aug 30, 2023•$1/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed—
Nov 9, 2022•Zillow Rental Network Premium
Price Change$1,198
Nov 2, 2022•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listed For Rent$1,246
Oct 14, 2022•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listing Removed—
Aug 20, 2021•Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listed For Rent$1,350
Aug 4, 2021•$1/sqft•Zillow Rental Network Premium
Sold$41,607
Nov 12, 2020•$30/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$53,900
Mar 27, 2019•$39/sqft•Keller Williams Philly
Price Change$53,900
Mar 14, 2019•$39/sqft•Keller Williams Philly
Listed For Sale$54,900
Feb 18, 2019•$40/sqft•Keller Williams Philly
Listing Removed$650
Jul 18, 20180•HWC, LLC
Listed For Rent$650
Jul 6, 20180•HWC, LLC
Listing Removed$675
Jul 6, 20120•Disston Realty
Listed For Rent$675
May 14, 20120•Disston Realty
Listing Removed$675
Feb 11, 20110•Disston Realty
Listed For Rent$675
Jan 9, 20110•Disston Realty
Sold$11,400
Aug 8, 2000•$8/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$2,343$167,400
Apr 10, 2024$2,343$167,400
Apr 10, 2023$1,268$90,600
Apr 10, 2022$826—
Apr 10, 2021$826—
Apr 10, 2018$792—
Apr 10, 2017$792—
Apr 10, 2016$880—
Apr 10, 2015$880—
Apr 10, 2014$880$62,900
Apr 10, 2012—$7,744
Apr 10, 2011—$7,744
Apr 10, 2010—$7,744
Apr 10, 2009—$7,744
Apr 10, 2008—$7,744
Apr 10, 2007—$7,744
Apr 10, 2006—$7,744
Apr 10, 2005—$7,744
Apr 10, 2004—$7,744
Apr 10, 2003—$7,072
Apr 10, 2002—$7,072
Apr 10, 2000—$5,824
Apr 10, 1999—$5,824
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