$2,713

closing credit¹

1829 S Alden St Philadelphia, PA 19143

$228,500
3 beds
2 full
1,395 sqft
0.02 acres
$164 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 1829 S Alden St

Eligible first time homebuyers may qualify for a HomeReady First grant or a PHFA with K-Fit down payment assistance to make homeownership more accessible. Little to no money down. Welcome to 1829 S Alden St, a fully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home nestled in the charming Kingsessing neighborhood. The main living area features a wide open living room with luxury plank flooring, recessed lighting and fresh paint. This space continues the dining area with plenty of room to dine and entertain. The gorgeous brand new kitchen boasts stunning quartz countertops, modern white shaker cabinets, custom backsplash, and stainless steel stove, microwave, and refrigerator. Continue your tour on the second floor where you'll find three generously sized, freshly painted bedrooms all with sizable closet space. The upper bathroom features custom tile flooring, contemporary vanity, and a full sized tub and shower with tile surrounds. The finished basement offers additional living / entertaining space and another beautifully renovated full bathroom with custom tiled shower. Conveniently located close to center city Philadelphia, popular breweries and restaurants, I-95, nightlife, shopping and more! Move right in feeling at ease with all of the major components of the home being updated!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,395 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingFree, On Street
MLS #PAPH2437378

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2437378
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Crown Homes Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (302) 504-6147
  • Listing Agent: Corey J Harris

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 21, 2024
Home Sold
$85,516
Jun 17, 2019
Home Sold
$52,000
Apr 08, 2016
Home Sold
$20,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$81,400$1,139
2022$81,400$936
2021$-$936
2020$66,900$936
2019$61,700$863
2018$43,400$607
2017$28,200$394

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Joseph W. Catharine School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

6600 Chester Ave

5

Thomas G. Morton School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

2501 S 63rd St

6

W B Evans Magnet School

Public Magnet KG-6

1.3 mi

900 Baily Rd

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 $35,395. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
2%
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
28%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1829 S Alden St

This home is located at 1829 S Alden St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19143 in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,395 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 January 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $228,500.

In January 2025 more than 152 listings in Philadelphia, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 186 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 457 were sold below. In January 2025 in Philadelphia, PA there were 3.5% more homes for sale than in December. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $266,945, while the average time on the real estate market was 52 days.

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

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