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#PAPH2490832, Morgan A Rodriguez, Listing office: OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia
$445,000 List price
1638 S 16th St Philadelphia, PA 19145
3 beds
2 full
1,352 sqft
0.02 acres
$329 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 1638 S 16th St
Craving space, light, and just about anything you could want in walking distance? Welcome to 1638 S 16th St.—this 3-bed, 2-bath gem serves up openness in every sense of the word; bright, breezy, with with a wide-open layout that lets sunlight in on three sides. Magic? Sorcery? Nope. A great layout that made space for everything you want without giving up windows. Come in to 100+ year old hardwood floors that stretch through the full width living room, dining room that easily accommodates a table for 8, and past a bank of side windows and the first floor bath to the updated kitchen. The living and dining areas flow seamlessly, making the whole space feel expansive, effortless, and made for entertaining. The updated kitchen has quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and sunshine pouring in from the rear windows (there really is that much light!). Perfect for everything from midnight snacks to full-on dinner parties. Slide out back to a private, fenced patio that’s begging for string lights, grill nights, and your secret obsession with container gardening. Your personal hideout from the world. Three generously sized bedrooms mean space for your stuff, your sanity, and your guests. Whether you need an office, a nursery, or a massive closet, there’s room to make it happen. The partially finished basement can be whatever you need—gym, rec room, studio, workshop, or storage galore.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,352 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2514790
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Electric Range
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Other
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $445,000
- Price/SqFt: $329
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,758
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: .
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,352 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2514790
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Office Phone: (215) 923-7600
- Office Email: cbpoldcityadmin@cbpref.com
- Listing Agent: Laura E Seaman
- Agent Phone: (267) 997-1148
- Agent Email: laura@loveyourblock.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 2023 | Home Sold | $399,999 |
| Sep 20, 2019 | Home Sold | $287,000 |
| Aug 16, 2013 | Home Sold | $178,000 |
| Sep 29, 2009 | Home Sold | $174,000 |
| Jun 06, 2007 | Home Sold | $37,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $348,500 | $3,758 |
| 2022 | $303,500 | $3,069 |
| 2021 | $- | $3,069 |
| 2020 | $264,300 | $3,699 |
| 2019 | $245,700 | $3,439 |
| 2018 | $147,000 | $2,057 |
| 2017 | $147,000 | $2,057 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Stephen Girard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.5 mi
•1800 Snyder Ave
7
Abram Stockton Jenks School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•2501 S 13th St
5
Francis Scott Key School
Public District KG-6
0.9 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 $34,769. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
51%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
52%
Single, No Kids
22%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Burlington
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
White Castle
Little Caesars
What do the neighbors drive?
Nissan
Kia
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1638 S 16th St
The listing price of 1638 S 16th St property is $445,000.
The property 1638 S 16th St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19145.
Active Listing: 1638 S 16th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1638 S 16th 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), G.W. Childs Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Christopher Columbus Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Delaplaine McDaniel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Creative and Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Te (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,758 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 11, 2023 for $399,999 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1638 S 16th St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1638 S 16th St is 1,352 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1638 S 16th St is 1925.
This home is located at 1638 S 16th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19145 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,352 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $445,000.
Between May and June 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 36.5%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 90 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $292,873.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.