$279,000

1653 W MENTOR ST, Philadelphia, PA 19141

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,540 sqft

Town Home
Built in 1940
1,307sqft lot
—— car garage
$181/sqft
Listed 5 days ago

Property Description

Welcome to 1653 W Mentor St – a beautifully updated corner property offering space, functionality, and rare outdoor value. This 3-bedroom, 2 full bath home features a fully finished basement providing flexible living or entertaining space. The main level includes an updated kitchen and bathrooms, along with beautiful hardwood floors, while the upper level offers comfortable bedrooms with great natural light. What truly sets this property apart is the included side lot of over 1,400 square feet—a rare find in the city. Fully enclosed with electric fencing, this expansive space offers secure off-street parking for up to 6 vehicles, ideal for entertaining or multiple drivers. Access is seamless with a remote-controlled entry from Windrim Ave, as well as a convenient pedestrian entrance from the Mentor St side. A private walkway between the home and lot allows for easy everyday access. Additional features include a Brinks security system with cameras. Ideally located between N 16th St and N Park Ave, and close to major transportation including the Broad Street Line, SEPTA bus routes, and regional rail at Fern Rock Transportation Center and Wayne Junction Station. A great opportunity to own a move-in ready home with exceptional outdoor space and parking—schedule your showing today!

Listing Status:: Active
Data Last Updated:: April 2, 2026 at 5:20PM
Listing Office:: Quality Real Estate-Broad St : 2154572600
Listing Agent:: Wadia S Timazee-Biddle : 2154572600
MLS ID:: PAPH2599122

General: Floor Plan - OpenKitchen - GalleyWood Floors
Rooms: Bedroom 1
Laundry: Hookup
Basement: Fully finishedRear entranceWindows
Flooring: HardwoodCeramic tileCarpet
A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
Disability Feature: 2+ Access Exits

General: Secure StorageAbove GradeBelow Grade
Style: Straight Thru
Other Structures: Porch
Parking: Secure ParkingPrivateFencedConcrete Driveway

Roofing: Flat
General: Masonry2Brick/Mortar

Originating MLS: BRIGHT_MAIN
School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
County: PHILADELPHIA-PA

Zoning: RM1132400100
View: City
Fencing: FullyChainLink

Utilities: Circuit breakers110 volts
Water: Public
Sewer: No Septic System

Source: BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions: washerdryerrefrigeratorelectric fireplace

This listing courtesy of Wadia S Timazee-Biddle , Quality Real Estate-Broad St

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Location

Schools Nearby

James Logan Elementary School

1700 Lindley Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19141

Grades KG-5

0.32 miles away

Jay Cooke Elementary School

1300 W Loudon St, Philadelphia, PA, 19141

Grades KG-8

0.34 miles away

Central High School

1700 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19141

Grades 9-12

0.78 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.