#PAPH2446190, Joseph B Bograd, Listing Office: RE/MAX Elite
1921 Poplar St Philadelphia, PA 19130
Property details
About 1921 Poplar St
Stately brick front Victorian townhouse completely renovated as a Duplex, two unit home in the heart of the vibrant Francisville neighborhood. Consisting of a 2BR, 2ba bi-level unit on the lower two floors and a 3BR, 2 1/2ba bi-level unit on the upper two floors. The ideal property for an investor to make strong rental income in a bustling neighborhood or an owner-occupant looking to live in one unit and earn rental income from the other! This beautiful property, fully renovated with modern finishes offers the perfect blend of comfortable living and investment potential. From a small shared vestibule, enter the first-floor unit featuring high ceilings, tall windows with south facing sunshine, hardwood floors, and recessed lighting throughout. The spacious open plan living and dining room leads into a sleek kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a breakfast bar. A door next to the kitchen offers access to the generously sized patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings, container gardening and can be used as off-street PARKING! The main bedroom and bath are just beyond the kitchen. This unit also includes in-unit stackable laundry. Downstairs, the finished basement makes for the perfect lounge and entertainment space, and has a privacy door so it can be used as the second bedroom, with access to a full bathroom and additional storage. The larger, second-floor unit is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom bi-level apartment with hardwood floors, central air, and a private back deck off of the kitchen which overlooks the back yard. The open kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a pantry, leads up a few steps into a spacious, open living and dining area perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom boasts three oversized south facing windows and a lux en-suite bathroom, while the two additional bedrooms share a full bath off of the hall. The entire building comes with 1-car PARKING, adding extra value to this already exceptional property. Located just blocks from Fairmount Ave, local shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Art Museum district, Eastern State Penitentiary, access to the Center City business corridor and all that an urban lifestyle has to offer. This duplex offers a fantastic opportunity for investors or owner-occupants looking for rental income in a vibrant, high-demand area, come see it today!
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- MLS Number: PAPH2445736
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square
- Office Phone: (215) 546-0550
- Listing Agent: Marc A. Hammarberg
- Agent Phone: (215) 790-5501
- Agent Email: marc.hammarberg@foxroach.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 04, 2016 | Home Sold | $600,000 |
Jul 18, 2006 | Home Sold | $503,500 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $721,900 | $10,105 |
2022 | $721,900 | $8,258 |
2021 | $- | $8,258 |
2020 | $619,900 | $8,677 |
2019 | $599,900 | $8,397 |
2018 | $275,100 | $3,850 |
2017 | $275,100 | $1,189 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Richard R. Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•2700 W Dauphin St
2
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School
Public Charter KG-6
1.5 mi
•2539 N 16th St
5
Samuel Powel Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.5 mi
•301 N 36th 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 $50,852. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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This home is located at 1921 Poplar St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19130 in the Fairmount neighborhood. This 2,688 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $789,000.
In February 2025, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 154 sold above asking price, over 396 sold below and more than 166 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between January and February 2025 increased by 10.7%. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $268,469, while the average time on the real estate market was 59 days.