#PAPH2514386, James F Roche Jr., Listing office: KW Empower
105 Alter St Philadelphia, PA 19147
Property details
About 105 Alter St
Urban Opulence Meets Distinctive Modern Living. Welcome to 105 Alter Street, a home that offers an exceptional sense of space and scale, with a layout that feels more expansive than most Philadelphia residences—thanks to its rare, extra-wide design that’s nearly impossible to find in the city. Professional photos and floor plans will be available soon. Offering 1 CAR PRIVATE GARAGE PARKING, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is filled with natural light, enhanced by oversized bay windows and thoughtfully designed living spaces. Built with high-quality construction materials and modern, refined finishes, every room balances comfort with contemporary sophistication. At the top, a huge pilot house with elegant French doors leads to an oversized private roof deck, where sweeping views of the Philadelphia skyline and Delaware River await—your own urban sanctuary. There is also a half bathroom on the top level, which is incredibly convenient while entertaining. Additional highlights include a private recreation room, highly sought-after private garage parking, and a location that’s just steps from Penn’s Landing, the Italian Market, and South Street, with easy access to I-95, I-676, and I-76. Additionally, the Washington Avenue Connector Project has been approved and is well underway, bringing significant value to the area by linking South Philadelphia with the Delaware River Waterfront. Key improvements include multi-use paths and sidewalks, parking-protected bike lanes, enhanced pedestrian lighting, new trees and landscaping, and a complete repaving of Washington Avenue from Columbus Boulevard to 4th Street. Plus, take advantage of the remaining approved tax abatement—adding long-term value to an already exceptional home. This is urban living without compromise—where style, space, and substance come together beautifully.
Highlights
(COMING SOON)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Tile/Brick, Wood
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Garage Door Opener,Inside Access,Oversized,Other, Attached Garage
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $849,000
- Price/SqFt: $315
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,792
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Please use GPS
- Year Built: 2017
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,688 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2487054
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
- Office Phone: (215) 627-6005
- Listing Agent: Kevin R Wilkins
- Agent Phone: (267) 251-0405
- Agent Email: kevin@centercity.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 04, 2019 | Home Sold | $642,000 |
Apr 21, 2014 | Home Sold | $125,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $640,100 | $1,792 |
2022 | $128,020 | $2,219 |
2021 | $- | $2,219 |
2020 | $108,600 | $1,520 |
2019 | $108,600 | $1,520 |
2018 | $108,600 | $1,520 |
2017 | $108,600 | $1,520 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Francis Scott Key School
Public District KG-6
1.2 mi
•2230 S 8th St
1
Hope Community Charter School
Public Charter KG-6
1.3 mi
•836 S 4th St
7
Abram Stockton Jenks School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•2501 S 13th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $92,857. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 105 Alter St
The listing price of 105 Alter St property is $849,000.
The property 105 Alter St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19147.
Coming Soon: 105 Alter St is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 105 Alter St are: Francis Scott Key School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hope Community Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Abram Stockton Jenks School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Vare-Washington School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), George W. Nebinger Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), William M. Meredith School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Furness High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Academy at Palumbo (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Creative and Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,792 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 4, 2019 for $642,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 105 Alter St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 105 Alter St is 2,688 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 105 Alter St is 2017.
This home is located at 105 Alter St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19147 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 2,688 square foot home, which was built in 2017, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $849,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between May and June 2025 increased by 36.5%. In June 2025 median list price was $292,873 and the average listing age was 90 days.