$280,000

1609 N PHILIP ST, Philadelphia, PA 19122

  • 4 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 1,620 sqft
  • Property Icon Town Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1915
  • Property Lot Size Icon871sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $173/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 15 hours ago

Property Description

Located in the desirable Olde Kensington section of Philadelphia, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home presents a strong value-add opportunity for investors and is being SOLD IN AS-IS CONDITION with ARV potential estimated at $475K+ based on nearby renovated comps. Positioned between Olde Kensington and Fishtown, the property is surrounded by new construction and redevelopment projects, with additional developments just down the road, making it an ideal investment location. The home features a tiled main floor with a living and dining area that leads into a large eat-in kitchen with access to the rear yard, while the second and third floors offer hardwood flooring throughout with two bedrooms and a full bathroom on each level, plus balconies on the upper floors. Additional highlights include a full basement with washer and dryer and a private alleyway providing access to the backyard from the front of the home. Conveniently located near Hancock Park and Cruz Playground, as well as restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and public transportation, this property offers strong upside potential for investors looking to renovate and resell or hold as a rental in one of Philadelphia’s rapidly developing neighborhoods. At this price point, this opportunity will not last long—schedule your showing today.

Listing Status:
Active
Data Last Updated:
March 26, 2026 at 8:18PM
Listing Office:
Real of Pennsylvania : 2153675238
Listing Agent:
Matthew Marino : 2158962171
MLS ID:
PAPH2599276
  • Basement: FullUnfinished
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: 90% Forced AirNatural Gas
  • Disability Feature: None
  • General: Above GradeBelow Grade
  • Style: Straight Thru
  • General: Masonry3Brick/Mortar
  • Originating MLS: BRIGHT_MAIN
  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA-PA
  • Zoning: RSA5183113500
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of Matthew Marino , Real of Pennsylvania

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Location

Schools Nearby

J

John Moffet Elementary School

127 W Oxford St, Philadelphia, PA, 19122

Grades KG-5

0.16 miles away

J

James R. Ludlow Elementary School

550 W Master St, Philadelphia, PA, 19122

Grades KG-8

0.42 miles away

K

Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School

1901 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA, 19122

Grades 9-12

0.35 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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