#PAPH2496962, Stuart C Cohen, Listing office: KW Empower
1602 S Newkirk St Philadelphia, PA 19145
Property details
About 1602 S Newkirk St
Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located in Grays Ferry neighborhood of South Philadelphia. Whether you're an investor looking to expand your rental portfolio or a first time homebuyer ready to own your piece of the city, this property offers the perfect opportunity. Situated on a quiet block with easy access to public transportation, major highways, University City, and Center City. The neighborhood is experiencing ongoing development, making this a smart long-term investment.
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(ACTIVE)
Summary
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Baseboard
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $170,000
- Price/SqFt: $186
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,348
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: 1600 Block of Newkirk
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 910 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2521906
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: EXIT Elevate Realty
- Office Phone: (215) 623-6000
- Office Email: elemons23@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Erik Lemons
- Agent Phone: (215) 518-5612
- Agent Email: elemons23@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Dec 16, 2021 | Home Sold | $158,000 |
Jun 24, 2008 | Home Sold | $50,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $96,300 | $1,348 |
2022 | $96,300 | $1,035 |
2021 | $- | $1,035 |
2020 | $74,000 | $1,035 |
2019 | $68,800 | $963 |
2018 | $62,900 | $880 |
2017 | $62,900 | $880 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Stephen Girard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.0 mi
•1800 Snyder Ave
7
Abram Stockton Jenks School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•2501 S 13th St
5
Francis Scott Key School
Public District KG-6
1.9 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 $20,429. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1602 S Newkirk St
The listing price of 1602 S Newkirk St property is $170,000.
The property 1602 S Newkirk St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19145.
Active Listing: 1602 S Newkirk St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1602 S Newkirk 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), Universal Alcorn Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Delaplaine McDaniel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Universal Institute Charter School at Vare, EH (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Universal Audenried Charter High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Te (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gamp (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,348 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 16, 2021 for $158,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1602 S Newkirk St has 2 bedrooms and 0 bathroom.
The property 1602 S Newkirk St is 910 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1602 S Newkirk St is 1920.
This home is located at 1602 S Newkirk St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19145 in the Gray's Ferry neighborhood. This 910 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $170,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between June and July 2025 increased by 40%. In July 2025 median list price was $286,078 and the average listing age was 91 days.