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$219,900

1953 Wakeling St Philadelphia, PA 19124

3 beds
2 full
1,536 sqft
0.05 acres
$143 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 1953 Wakeling St

3-Bedroom Twin Home with Bonus Den, 2 Full Baths This well-maintained 3-bedroom twin home offers a practical layout with plenty of usable space. It features two full bathrooms—one on the second floor near the bedrooms, and another on the main level inside a den area with a large shower. The den also provides direct access to the backyard, making it a great option for a guest room, office, or private suite. The kitchen includes a center island for added prep space and seating, plus stainless steel appliances—range, refrigerator, and built-in microwave. A main floor laundry area adds everyday convenience. Additional highlights include a covered front porch and a backyard, which can also be accessed through a side entrance at the front of the home.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingHot Water
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,536 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1945
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2520484

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $219,900
  • Price/SqFt: $143
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,071
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Off of Torresdale and Wakeling
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,536 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2520484
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Mendez Homes and Investments
  • Office Phone: (215) 291-2891
  • Office Email: maria.mendez@mendezhomes.net
  • Listing Agent: Grace M Velez
  • Agent Phone: (267) 259-4465
  • Agent Email: grace.velez@mendezhomes.net

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 12, 2010
Home Sold
$30,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$148,000$2,071
2022$148,000$1,507
2021$-$1,507
2020$107,700$1,507
2019$93,600$1,310
2018$88,500$1,238
2017$88,500$1,238

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Mastery Charter School at Smedley Elementary

Public Charter KG-6

0.4 mi

1790 Bridge St

1

James J. Sullivan School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

5300 Ditman St

1

John Marshall Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

4500 Griscom St

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 $24,766. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

62%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
5%
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?

42%
Single, No Kids
36%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

23%
<11 yrs old
14%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan

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 1953 Wakeling St

The listing price of 1953 Wakeling St property is $219,900.

The property 1953 Wakeling St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19124.

Active Listing: 1953 Wakeling St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1953 Wakeling St are: Mastery Charter School at Smedley Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), James J. Sullivan School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), John Marshall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Warren G. Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Allen M. Stearne School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Science (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Maritime Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Franklin Towne Chs (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,071 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 12, 2010 for $30,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1953 Wakeling St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 1953 Wakeling St is 1,536 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1953 Wakeling St is 1945.

This home is located at 1953 Wakeling St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19124 in the Frankford neighborhood. This 1,536 square foot home, which was built in 1945, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $219,900.

Between May and June 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 36.5%. In June 2025 median list price was $292,873 and the average listing age was 90 days.

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

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