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$500,000

1138 Emily St Philadelphia, PA 19148

3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,342 sqft
0.02 acres
$373 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 1138 Emily St

Nestled on a quiet block in Philly's sought-after East Passyunk neighborhood, 1138 Emily St is a modern, 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2-story home with a spectacular roof deck. The front exterior features a classic red brick facade and elevated entry. Inside, soaring ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors frame the bright, open, and airy main level. There's plenty of space to create separate living and dining areas for entertaining, plus a convenient powder room is tucked in the corner. The gourmet kitchen is fitted with 42" shaker cabinetry, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, including a Viking range, a unique graffiti-style tile backsplash, a breakfast bar, and a hidden pantry. At the rear is a bedroom with double closets. Up on the second level, the spacious, sunlit primary suite at the front boasts more high ceilings, a custom closet, and an attached bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower. Down the hall is the laundry closet, a coat closet, the second full bathroom, and the third bedroom. Topping off the home is an expansive roof deck with tons of space to entertain while admiring views of the Center City skyline and Citizens Bank Park. A large crawl space off the top staircase provides extra storage, and the home's utilities include central a/c, gas heat, and electric hot water. In addition to everything inside, this fantastic location earns a Walk Score of 94! Steps away, East Passyunk Ave is lined with top-rated restaurants, unique shops, and lively entertainment. A few blocks south, the Bok Building is an old school turned community workplace hosting diverse small businesses, including a preschool, a dog daycare, art galleries, non-profits, eateries, and a rooftop lounge. Target, ACME, IKEA, and Lowe's are a short ride away, plus there's easy access to public transportation, Broad St, the Sports Complex, I-76, I-95, and South Jersey. Schedule your tour today!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,342 sqft
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built2016
MLS #PAPH2503754

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: None
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $500,000
  • Price/SqFt: $372
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,073
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Right onto S 12th St and a Left onto Emily St
  • Year Built: 2016
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,342 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2503754
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
  • Listing Agent: Michael R. McCann
  • Agent Phone: (215) 709-4141
  • Agent Email: mccann@mccannteam.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 02, 2022
Home Sold
$460,000
May 08, 2019
Home Sold
$430,000
Jul 09, 2015
Home Sold
$345,000
Mar 03, 2014
Home Sold
$400,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$462,800$2,073
2022$148,096$2,053
2021$-$2,053
2020$442,400$2,053
2019$408,200$1,894
2018$335,000$1,555
2017$335,000$1,555

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Francis Scott Key School

Public District KG-6

0.4 mi

2230 S 8th St

7

Abram Stockton Jenks School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

2501 S 13th St

3

Stephen Girard Elementary School

Public District KG-4

0.6 mi

1800 Snyder Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $40,000. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

45%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

63%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
32%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • TennisTennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • IKEAIKEA
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1138 Emily St

The listing price of 1138 Emily St property is $500,000.

The property 1138 Emily St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19148.

Active Listing: 1138 Emily St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1138 Emily St are: Francis Scott Key School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Abram Stockton Jenks School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Stephen Girard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Southwark School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Eliza Butler Kirkbride School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), South Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mastery Charter School - Thomas Campus (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Furness High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,073 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 2, 2022 for $460,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1138 Emily St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1138 Emily St is 1,342 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1138 Emily St is 2016.

This home is located at 1138 Emily St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19148 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,342 square foot home, which was built in 2016, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $500,000.

Between May and June 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 36.5%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 90 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $292,873.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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