$3,443 Closing Credit¹
#PAPH2471286, Justin Cadwell, Listing Office: Homestarr Realty
$305,000 List price
1521 S Capitol St Philadelphia, PA 19146
$3,622
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
840 sqft
0.01 acres
$363 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 1521 S Capitol St
Welcome to 1521 S Capitol Street — a sleek, move-in ready rowhome with a modern layout, private outdoor space, and great storage throughout in one of Philadelphia’s hottest neighborhoods. Step inside to discover a bright and spacious living area with hardwood floors throughout, and ample natural light. There is a coveted coat closet on the main floor, and the updated kitchen features sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of cabinet space — perfect for cooking and entertaining. The outdoor space is great for a BBQ and hanging out. Downstairs there is a finished basement that has space for a bed and more, with a half bath for guests! Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms and a full bathroom with contemporary finishes. The primary bedroom fits a king size bed and has an outfitted closet. The second bedroom is great for a home office, or nursery. The finished basement offers bonus space for a home office, gym, or guest area — plus laundry and extra storage. Outside, enjoy a fenced-in yard ideal for pets or summer BBQs. 📍 Located minutes from Passyunk Square, Graduate Hospital, and all that South Philly has to offer. Easy access to I-76, Broad Street, and public transit. ✨ Just refreshed and priced to sell — this is your moment.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingCentral Air
Size840 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.01 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2455980
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $305,000
- Price/SqFt: $363
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,149
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Left onto Tasker and right onto Capitol
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 840 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.01 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2455980
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Space & Company
- Office Phone: (215) 625-3650
- Office Email: accounting@spaceandcompany.com
- Listing Agent: Amy Telfair
- Agent Phone: (215) 512-4555
- Agent Email: atelfair@spaceandcompany.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 28, 2022 | Home Sold | $310,000 |
| Nov 13, 2019 | Home Sold | $262,500 |
| Sep 25, 2018 | Home Sold | $100,000 |
| Jan 09, 2018 | Home Sold | $66,458 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $296,400 | $4,149 |
| 2022 | $67,700 | $1,024 |
| 2021 | $- | $1,024 |
| 2020 | $73,200 | $1,024 |
| 2019 | $81,800 | $293 |
| 2018 | $65,800 | $293 |
| 2017 | $65,800 | $293 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Stephen Girard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.6 mi
•1800 Snyder Ave
7
Abram Stockton Jenks School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•2501 S 13th St
5
Francis Scott Key School
Public District KG-6
1.2 mi
•2230 S 8th 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 $14,459. 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?
75%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
61%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
H&M
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Popeyes
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Nissan
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 1521 S Capitol St
The listing price of 1521 S Capitol St property is $305,000.
The property 1521 S Capitol St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1521 S Capitol 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 1521 S Capitol St are: Stephen Girard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Abram Stockton Jenks School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Francis Scott Key School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Delaplaine McDaniel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), G.W. Childs Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Universal Institute Charter School at Vare, EH (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Te (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gamp (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Creative and Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,149 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 28, 2022 for $310,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1521 S Capitol St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1521 S Capitol St is 840 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1521 S Capitol St is 1920.
This home is located at 1521 S Capitol St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19146 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 840 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.01 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $305,000.
Philadelphia, PA housing market in March 2025 saw over 174 listings sold above listed price, more than 171 sold at listed price and over 344 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 29.2% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 50 days, the median list price was $269,412.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.