#PAPH2474138, Thomas A Reichner, Listing office: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
1709 Dorrance Philadelphia, PA 19145
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About 1709 Dorrance
Welcome to 1709 Dorrance Street—an adorable two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath gem nestled on one of Point Breeze’s most delightful blocks. Perfect as a starter home or cozy city retreat, this property combines charm, modern updates, and a prime South Philly location. Renovated in 2022, the home boasts a bright and efficient layout with thoughtful touches throughout. The first floor features sleek modern appliances, a convenient powder room, and an open-concept living and dining area that flows seamlessly into the kitchen. Step through sliding glass doors to a sunny backyard—ideal for entertaining, gardening, or just soaking up the sun. Upstairs, you'll find two well-sized bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom complete with dual sinks and a spacious walk-in shower. Downstairs, the fully finished basement adds incredible flexibility to the home. Outfitted with tiled flooring and closet space, it’s perfect for a home office, workout area, or cozy entertainment lounge. Laundry is also conveniently located in the basement. Just blocks from the beloved South Philly Taproom and a quick stroll to East Passyunk’s vibrant restaurant and shopping scene, this home also offers easy access to the Broad Street Line at Morris, getting you to Center City or the Stadium District in minutes. Move-in ready and full of character, 1709 Dorrance Street is the kind of home that checks all the boxes.
Highlights
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: AirLite
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $289,900
- Price/SqFt: $328
- Directions: right on N. 17th St., right on Moore St., right on S. Dorrance St.
- Year Built: 1923
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 882 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.01 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2471286
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Homestarr Realty
- Office Phone: (215) 355-5565
- Office Email: homestarr@homestarrinc.com
- Listing Agent: Justin Cadwell
- Agent Phone: (215) 570-4149
- Agent Email: justin.cadwell@homestarrinc.com
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Nearby schools
3
Stephen Girard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.4 mi
•1800 Snyder Ave
7
Abram Stockton Jenks School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•2501 S 13th St
5
Francis Scott Key School
Public District KG-6
1.0 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 $33,929. 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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About 1709 Dorrance
The listing price of 1709 Dorrance property is $289,900.
The property 1709 Dorrance is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19145.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1709 Dorrance 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 1709 Dorrance 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), Delaplaine McDaniel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Universal Institute Charter School at Vare, EH (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics Science Te (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Gamp (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
The property at 1709 Dorrance has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1709 Dorrance is 882 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1709 Dorrance is 1923.
This home is located at 1709 Dorrance in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19145 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 882 square foot home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.01 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $289,900.
The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between April and May 2025 increased by 40.9%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 89 days, the median list price was $298,569.