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$150,000

1449 N Dover St Philadelphia, PA 19121

2 beds
1 full
840 sqft
0.02 acres
$179 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 1449 N Dover St

Fantastic investment opportunity in booming Brewerytown! This 2 bed, 1 bath home with a large backyard has great bones, low taxes and would be easy to renovate. It’s a manageable project for new or experienced investors/landlords or is ideal for 1st time buyers looking to build some sweat equity. The classic red brick façade has tall windows, arched lintels and a well-maintained cornice. The large living room has high ceilings and leads directly to the oversized kitchen with gas cooking and a convenient breakfast bar. The rear door leads to a deep backyard that’s ready to be transformed into an outdoor urban oasis. Upstairs you will find a large front bedroom with great natural light, a rear 2nd bedroom perfect for a guestroom or home office and hall bath with tub and tile surround. The unfinished basement offers high ceilings, mechanicals, W/D and could easily be finished for additional living space. Located in the desirable southern end of the neighborhood close to Girard Ave. on a quiet low traffic block with tons of nearby new construction. Easy access to Fairmount Park, 76 & public transit. Simply a nice little property with good bones that has a manageable footprint for you to quickly rehab on a modest budget. It would make for a great rental property for years to come as the neighborhood continues to appreciate. Will not last, schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
Size840 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2458566

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $150,000
  • Price/SqFt: $178
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,144
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: GPS
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 840 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2458566
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
  • Listing Agent: Bryan J Capone
  • Agent Phone: (215) 962-7541
  • Agent Email: bryan@caponephillyre.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 14, 2016
Home Sold
$57,200

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$153,200$2,144
2022$153,200$1,012
2021$-$1,027
2020$73,400$1,027
2019$71,000$993
2018$49,500$692
2017$49,500$692

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Richard R. Wright Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

2700 W Dauphin St

5

Samuel Powel Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.4 mi

301 N 36th St

1

Thomas May Peirce Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.6 mi

2300 W Cambria St

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 $16,039. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

71%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

59%
Single, No Kids
25%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • NissanNissan
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1449 N Dover St

The listing price of 1449 N Dover St property is $150,000.

The property 1449 N Dover St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19121.

Accepting Backup Offers: 1449 N Dover St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 1449 N Dover St are: Richard R. Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Samuel Powel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Thomas May Peirce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), William D. Kelley School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Robert Morris School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edward Gideon School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Vaux Big Picture High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Strawberry Mansion High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carver High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,144 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 14, 2016 for $57,200 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1449 N Dover St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1449 N Dover St is 840 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1449 N Dover St is 1920.

This home is located at 1449 N Dover St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19121 in the Brewerytown neighborhood. This 840 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $150,000.

The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between May and June 2025 increased by 36.5%. Listings spent 90 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $292,873 during the same period.

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

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