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$1,888 Closing Credit¹
#PAPH2478932, Derek J. Greene, Listing Office: The Greene Realty Group
$154,900 List price
1917 Colonial St Philadelphia, PA 19138
$1,839
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,802 sqft
0.03 acres
$86 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 1917 Colonial St
Welcome to this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home that blends recent updates with exciting potential. Much of the heavy lifting has already been done — enjoy an updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, newer countertops along with rehabbed bathrooms featuring contemporary fixtures. The home offers a bright, open-concept living space, laminate hardwood floors, and a generous primary suite. Major systems, including plumbing and electrical, have been partially updated. While this property boasts plenty of curb appeal and functional improvements, it still offers an opportunity for the right buyer to complete a few remaining projects and truly make it their own. Some minor cosmetic and exterior repairs are needed, presenting the perfect chance to build equity with your personal style. Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street near parks, schools, and local shops, this home is ideal for investors, first-timebuyers, or anyone looking for a great property with untapped potential. Don’t miss out — schedule yourshowing today!
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,802 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1945
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2472244
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: AirLite
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $154,900
- Price/SqFt: $85
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,920
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Broad St & Cheltenham Av: Head southeast on Cheltenham Ave for 0.2 mi, Turn right onto Old York Rd for 0.5 mi, Use the right lane to turn slightly left onto N Broad St/Old York Rd for 220 ft, Slight right toward 66th Ave for 194 ft, Turn right onto 66th Ave for 0.5 mi, Turn left onto N 20th St for 0.2 mi, Turn left onto Colonial St
- Year Built: 1945
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,802 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2472244
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: American Destiny Real Estate-Philadelphia
- Office Phone: (215) 546-1717
- Office Email: ed@11res.com
- Listing Agent: Edward J Levin
- Agent Phone: (215) 546-1717
- Agent Email: ed@11res.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2022 | Home Sold | $110,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $137,200 | $1,920 |
| 2022 | $137,200 | $1,408 |
| 2021 | $- | $1,451 |
| 2020 | $103,700 | $1,451 |
| 2019 | $108,300 | $1,515 |
| 2018 | $94,000 | $1,315 |
| 2017 | $94,000 | $1,315 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Prince Hall Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•6101 N Gratz St
2
William Rowen Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•6841 N 19th St
2
Joseph Pennell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1800 Nedro Ave
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 $34,653. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
51%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
50%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Foot Locker
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Little Caesars
Popeyes
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Dodge
Nissan
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1917 Colonial St
The listing price of 1917 Colonial St property is $154,900.
The property 1917 Colonial St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19138.
Active Listing: 1917 Colonial St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1917 Colonial St are: Prince Hall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), William Rowen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Joseph Pennell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), General Louis Wagner Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mastery Charter School-Francis D. Pastorius Elementa (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Oak Lane Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Building 21 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Imhotep Institute Chs (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Promise Academy at Martin Luther King High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,920 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 10, 2022 for $110,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1917 Colonial St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1917 Colonial St is 1,802 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1917 Colonial St is 1945.
This home is located at 1917 Colonial St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19138 in the West Oak Lane neighborhood. This 1,802 square foot home, which was built in 1945, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $154,900.
Between March and April 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 49.7%. In April 2025 median list price was $291,214 and the average listing age was 88 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.