For Sale24d on marketHistoric · 101 yrs
517 E Cheltenham Ave
Philadelphia, PA, 19120 • Lawndale • Philadelphia County
$269,000
$207/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
1Baths
1,298Sqft
0.03 acLot
1925Built
Property DNA
Straight Thru Style
Built 1925 · 101 years of history
Lawncrest
Lawndale
Outdoor Living
Deck
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 24 days ago · 640 views · 15 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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24 days on market
Recently listed
$207/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1925 · Historic
Steps from Benjamin Franklin Elementary School! Discover the perfect blend of location and fully renovated home offers exactly that, positioned directly across from Benjamin Franklin Elementary School-Dream come true for families. Beyon its incredible location, this home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom. Step inside to new floors and flesh paint that flow throughout, a brand-new kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances, and luxurious new bathroom with granite vanity and tub/shower with glass door. The private, quiet backyard features a deck for relaxing. The expansive finished walk-out basement provides bonus living space with new tile and paint. With new roof completing this top-to-bottom upgrade, this is move-in ready home won't last long!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights private quiet backyard, new floors, and deck for relaxing as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,660/month
Principal & Interest$1,301
Property Tax$269
Insurance$90
Down payment20% ($53,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.08% rate · 30yr fixed · $215,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1925
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingNone, Natural Gas
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot1,376 sqft
Days on Zillow24 Days
Price/sqft$207
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleStraight Thru
Year built1925
Stories2
Systems
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingNone, Natural Gas
RoofFlat
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementFull
Lot1,376 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodLawndale
ZoningRESIDENTIAL
Annual tax$2,490
Parcel352005300
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Built-In Range
Self Cleaning Oven
Dishwasher
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Hot Water
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Natural Gas
Laundry
In Basement
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
UpperBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBathroom1
UpperListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market24
Est. value$266,200
Est. rent$1,680/mo
Tax rate0.94%
Price/sqft$207
On marketMar 17, 2026
PostedMar 17, 2026
Last sold$147,000
MLS updatedMar 17, 2026
Tour days9
Views640
Favorites15
How are the schools in Philadelphia?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Philadelphia, PA, 19120
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 17, 2026Listed For Sale$269,000$207Bright MLS
Jan 6, 2026Listing Removed$290,000$223Bright MLS
Sep 4, 2025Listed For Sale$290,000$223Bright MLS
Jun 13, 2025Sold$147,000$113Bright MLS
May 29, 2025Pending Sale$160,000$123Bright MLS
May 27, 2025Price Change$160,000$123Bright MLS
Apr 14, 2025Pending Sale$155,000$119Bright MLS
Mar 26, 2025Listing Removed$155,000$119Bright MLS
Mar 21, 2025Listed For Sale$155,000$119Bright MLS
Aug 19, 1999Sold$49,900$38Public Record
Listed For Sale$269,000
Mar 17, 2026•$207/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$290,000
Jan 6, 2026•$223/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$290,000
Sep 4, 2025•$223/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$147,000
Jun 13, 2025•$113/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$160,000
May 29, 2025•$123/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$160,000
May 27, 2025•$123/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$155,000
Apr 14, 2025•$119/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$155,000
Mar 26, 2025•$119/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$155,000
Mar 21, 2025•$119/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$49,900
Aug 19, 1999•$38/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$2,490$177,900
Apr 10, 2024$1,902$135,900
Apr 10, 2023$1,902$135,900
Apr 10, 2022$1,314—
Apr 10, 2021$1,314—
Apr 10, 2018$1,261—
Apr 10, 2017$701—
Apr 10, 2016$837—
Apr 10, 2015$837—
Apr 10, 2014$837$89,800
Apr 10, 2012$801$12,384
Apr 10, 2011—$12,384
Apr 10, 2010—$12,384
Apr 10, 2009—$12,384
Apr 10, 2008—$12,384
Apr 10, 2007—$12,384
Apr 10, 2006—$11,520
Apr 10, 2005—$11,520
Apr 10, 2004—$11,520
Apr 10, 2003—$11,520
Apr 10, 2002—$11,520
Apr 10, 2000—$11,520
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Philadelphia, PA • Philadelphia County
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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