$159,900

1685 N 56TH ST, Philadelphia, PA 19131

6 beds |
2 baths |
1,596 sqft

Town Home
Built in 1915
1,742sqft lot
—— car garage
$100/sqft
Listed 7 days ago

Property Description

Spacious and versatile, this large Overbrook property is currently configured as a duplex featuring a 2-bedroom unit and a 4-bedroom unit. Each unit offers a bright layout with updated kitchens and bathrooms, plus flexible living space. Ideal for an investor or owner-occupant looking to offset their mortgage, the property is just steps from shopping, restaurants, and public transportation, with easy access to Lankenau Medical Center and Fairmount Park.

Listing Status:: Active
Data Last Updated:: February 6, 2026 at 2:18PM
Listing Office:: Genstone Realty : 4844601545
Listing Agent:: Christopher B Nelson : 4845767430
MLS ID:: PAPH2579738

Laundry: Hookup
Basement: FullFully finished
A/C: Window Unit(s)
Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
Disability Feature: None

General: Above GradeBelow Grade
Style: Other

General: Masonry3Stone

Originating MLS: BRIGHT_MAIN
School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA-PA

Zoning: RSA5041354550

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: BRIGHT_MAIN

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This listing courtesy of Christopher B Nelson , Genstone Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Edward Heston Elementary School

1621 N 54th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19131

Grades KG-8

0.23 miles away

Edward Heston Elementary School

1621 N 54th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19131

Grades KG-8

0.23 miles away

Overbrook High School

5898 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19131

Grades 9-12

0.31 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.