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$250,000

1524 Ellsworth St Philadelphia, PA 19146

2 beds
1 full
840 sqft
0.01 acres
$298 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 1524 Ellsworth St

Why rent when you can buy? This charming and affordable 2BR/1BA home is the perfect starter opportunity for those looking to build fast equity. The major upgrades have already been done including the kitchen and bathroom so you can move right in. The rest is ready for your personal touch with fun weekend projects to make it truly your own. Located on a plant-loving block in vibrant Newbold, you're just one block from Target, Sprout's, Giant, Starbucks, Chipotle, Fine Wine and Spirits. Multiple Septa routes including the Broad Street Line are a block away. Less than ten minutes to East Passyunk Square and the Italian Market, with Rittenhouse Square and Center City a short walk away. THIS HOME QUALIFIES FOR SPECIAL FINANCING! 3% Down, No PMI, 1% off Current Market Rates. Some may even qualify for an additional 6K grant! All this makes home ownership even more attainable! PICTURES COMING SOON — don’t miss this rare value in a prime location! OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 7/20/25 11 AM-1 PM.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size840 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.01 Acres
Year built1923
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2516698

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $250,000
  • Price/SqFt: $297
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,575
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Between S Mole, and Ellsworth St
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 840 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.01 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2516698
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia
  • Office Phone: (215) 735-7368
  • Office Email: info@ocfrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Sean Doan
  • Agent Phone: (610) 504-0404
  • Agent Email: sean@ocfrealty.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 27, 2023
Home Sold
$163,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$184,000$2,575
2022$184,000$1,746
2021$-$1,746
2020$124,800$1,746
2019$116,000$1,623
2018$101,500$1,420
2017$101,500$1,420

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Stephen Girard Elementary School

Public District KG-4

0.9 mi

1800 Snyder Ave

5

Francis Scott Key School

Public District KG-6

1.2 mi

2230 S 8th St

7

Abram Stockton Jenks School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

2501 S 13th 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 $40,571. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

80%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
41%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • VolvoVolvo
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1524 Ellsworth St

The listing price of 1524 Ellsworth St property is $250,000.

The property 1524 Ellsworth St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146.

Active Listing: 1524 Ellsworth St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1524 Ellsworth St are: Stephen Girard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Francis Scott Key School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Abram Stockton Jenks School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Edwin M. Stanton School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Universal Institute Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Christopher Columbus Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Creative and Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Academy at Palumbo (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), South Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,575 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 27, 2023 for $163,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1524 Ellsworth St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1524 Ellsworth St is 840 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1524 Ellsworth St is 1923.

This home is located at 1524 Ellsworth St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19146 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 840 square foot home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.01 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $250,000.

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.

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

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