$5,819

closing credit¹

1520 N Franklin St Philadelphia, PA 19122

$490,000
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,824 sqft
0.1 acres
$269 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1520 N Franklin St

Motivated Sellers! Newly renovated! If looking for your perfect home, Look no further!!! This beautiful large Single Family Detached home sits street to street in the highly desirable Olde Kensington section of Philadelphia! All the features you need to call home await you here! Covered front porch leads into an ample living area with a powder room conveniently on the main floor. Walk on through to the dining room which receives excellent sunlight and has the access to the main floor laundry with new large washer and dryer. View straight through to the expanded kitchen complete with island and plenty of counter space. New appliances throughout. Upstairs features a wide staircase & hallway area with 3 large bedrooms and a beautiful full bath, complete with his & her sinks! This home has everything from central air to a backyard the size of an extra lot, large enough for a pool & cook outs! Don't forget the gated driveway which can PARK over 3 vehicles! New light fixtures throughout. Additional storage room in the back... Prime location, close to public transportation, great walk and bike score, a must see home just minutes to Center City!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,824 sqft
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built2008
ParkingDriveway
MLS #PAPH2375766

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2375766
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-6005
  • Listing Agent: Gregory J Damis

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view of front facade featuring covered porch and a front yard

$490,000

1520 N Franklin St

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$269,900$3,778
2022$269,900$1,606
2021$-$1,606
2020$114,800$1,606
2019$114,800$936
2018$107,800$430
2017$107,800$430

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

John Moffet Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

127 W Oxford St

7

Horatio B. Hackett School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

2161 E York St

2

Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School

Public Charter KG-6

1.3 mi

2539 N 16th 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 $19,651. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, with kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

65%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

36%
Single, No Kids
44%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

22%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • NissanNissan
  • DodgeDodge

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 1520 N Franklin St

This home is located at 1520 N Franklin St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19122 in the Lower North Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,824 square foot home, which was built in 2008, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $490,000.

In January 2025 more than 152 listings in Philadelphia, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 186 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 457 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 3.5% between December and January 2025. Listings spent 52 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $266,945 during the same period.

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

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