Sold946d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
1249 S Newkirk St
Philadelphia, PA, 19146 • Grays Ferry • Philadelphia County
$238,000
$304/sqft
2Beds
2Baths
784Sqft
0.01 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Straight Thru Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Grays Ferry
Grays Ferry
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Wood & Tile/Brick Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
3 views
People checking out this listing
946 days on market
Established listing
$304/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Townhouse · Built 1920 · Historic
Welcome to you 1249 S Newkirk Street. This beautiful rowhome has been well-loved and even more well-maintained. From the stunning bamboo hardwood floors throughout to large windows that allow ample sunlight, this is a home you don't want to miss. A crimson door welcomes you into an open ground floor with space for a living room and dining room before a warm kitchen with plenty of cabinet space. Out back, a patio with pavers and shade-giving bamboo provide a welcoming respite. A coat closet and half bath round out the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms with spacious closets, a full bathroom, and a linen closet. The basement is also finished, allowing more living or office space, along with a utility/laundry room. With easy access to groceries, the University of Pennsylvania, and I-76, you won't want to miss this home. Schedule your showing today!!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights half bath, easy access to groceries, and coat closet as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,560/month
Principal & Interest$1,243
Property Tax$238
Insurance$79
Down payment20% ($47,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.81% rate · 30yr fixed · $190,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1920
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot644 sqft
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleStraight Thru
Year built1920
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionMasonry
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementOther
Lot644 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGrays Ferry
ZoningRSA5
Annual tax$2,933
Parcel362145800
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
Built-In Range
Self Cleaning Oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Wood
Tile/Brick
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Laundry
In Basement
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Masonry
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market946
Est. value$238,700
Est. rent$1,824/mo
Tax rate0.94%
Price/sqft$304
On marketMar 24, 2023
PostedMar 24, 2023
Last sold$238,000
MLS updatedSep 20, 2023
Tour days6
Views3
How are the schools in Philadelphia?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Philadelphia, PA, 19146
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 6, 2023Sold$238,000$304Bright MLS
Jul 26, 2023Contingent$239,900$306Bright MLS
Jul 21, 2023Price Change$239,900$306Bright MLS
Jun 14, 2023Price Change$250,000$319Bright MLS
May 10, 2023Listed For Sale$255,000$325Bright MLS
Apr 25, 2023Contingent$255,000$325Bright MLS
Mar 24, 2023Listed For Sale$255,000$325Bright MLS
Mar 19, 2010Sold$160,000$204Public Record
Mar 18, 2009Sold$30,000$38Public Record
Sep 20, 2006Sold$25,000$32Public Record
Sold$238,000
Sep 6, 2023•$304/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$239,900
Jul 26, 2023•$306/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$239,900
Jul 21, 2023•$306/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$250,000
Jun 14, 2023•$319/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$255,000
May 10, 2023•$325/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$255,000
Apr 25, 2023•$325/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$255,000
Mar 24, 2023•$325/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$160,000
Mar 19, 2010•$204/sqft•Public Record
Sold$30,000
Mar 18, 2009•$38/sqft•Public Record
Sold$25,000
Sep 20, 2006•$32/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$2,170$155,000
Apr 10, 2024$1,894$135,300
Apr 10, 2023$1,894$135,300
Apr 10, 2022$1,005—
Apr 10, 2021$1,005—
Apr 10, 2018$935—
Apr 10, 2017$375—
Apr 10, 2016$522—
Apr 10, 2015$522—
Apr 10, 2014$522$67,300
Apr 10, 2012$500$8,320
Apr 10, 2011—$8,320
Apr 10, 2010—$3,008
Apr 10, 2009—$3,008
Apr 10, 2008—$3,008
Apr 10, 2007—$3,008
Apr 10, 2006—$2,784
Apr 10, 2005—$2,784
Apr 10, 2004—$2,784
Apr 10, 2003—$2,464
Apr 10, 2002—$2,912
Apr 10, 2000—$2,912
Apr 10, 1999—$2,912
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Philadelphia, PA • Philadelphia County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
Philadelphia
Nearby zip codes
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