#PAPH2442918, Mary Jo Potts, Listing office: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy
$159,000 List price
1971 Ashley St Philadelphia, PA 19138
3 beds
1 full
1,412 sqft
0.03 acres
$113 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 1971 Ashley St
Welcome to 1971 Ashley Street, where timeless charm meets unlimited potential in this vibrant and historic neighborhood. Located in a proud, well-established section of Philadelphia, West Oak Lane offers a rare mix of suburban charm and city convenience. Lined with mature trees, friendly neighbors, and well-kept brick homes, the block itself exudes stability and warmth. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath rowhome is ideal for potential homeowners or investors who see the limitless opportunity waiting to be seized — whether you're looking to reside, rent, or resell (flip). Step inside and be greeted by a classic Philadelphia layout: an inviting living room with vintage wood floors, a formal dining space framed by decorative columns, and generous natural light filtering through original windows. The vintage kitchen is ready for your vision — a canvas waiting for you to design your masterpiece. Upstairs you’ll find three bedrooms, each with hardwood floors. The full bathroom features a skylight, vintage tiling, and a blend of character rarely found. Downstairs, the full unfinished basement includes a laundry area, mechanicals, storage, and walkout garage access. This area can be transformed into additional living space, a home gym, workshop, studio or whatever your creative heart desires. This home is located minutes from Cheltenham Avenue, Ogontz Avenue, and Broad Street — major corridors for transit and shopping. ShopRite, Home Depot, La Salle University, Einstein Medical Center, and the Cheltenham Mall are all in close proximity. Surrounded by parks, including Awbury Arboretum, Finley Playground, and Russell Conwell Park. There are multiple SEPTA bus and regional rail stops nearby for easy access to Center City, suburban Philadelphia and beyond. Schedule your showing ASAP, because this one will not last long. Whether you’re ready to renovate, rent, or reimagine, a world of opportunity awaits...
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingOther
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingOther
Size1,412 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingBasement Garage, Attached Garage,On Street
MLS #PAPH2486854
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Basement Garage, Attached Garage,On Street
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Other
- Cooling: Other
- List Price: $159,000
- Price/SqFt: $112
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,318
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Take Broad St (611) North. Continue on N Broad St to Stenton Ave. Turn L on Stenton Ave to Ogontz Ave. R on Ogontz Ave to Andrews Ave. R on Andrews Ave to Ashley St. L on Ashley St to 1971 Ashley St.
- Year Built: 1940
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,412 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2486854
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: HomeSmart Realty Advisors
- Office Phone: (215) 604-1191
- Office Email: gztsvn@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Andre Richardson
- Agent Phone: (267) 977-0304
- Agent Email: bossrealtor777@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $174,200 | $1,318 |
| 2022 | $129,200 | $1,169 |
| 2021 | $- | $1,169 |
| 2020 | $130,000 | $1,819 |
| 2019 | $135,700 | $1,899 |
| 2018 | $117,300 | $1,641 |
| 2017 | $117,300 | $1,641 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
William Rowen Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•6841 N 19th St
2
Ellwood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•6701 N 13th St
7
Myers Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.3 mi
•7609 Montgomery 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 $40,236. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
63%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
23%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
16%
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 1971 Ashley St
The listing price of 1971 Ashley St property is $159,000.
The property 1971 Ashley St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19138.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1971 Ashley St 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 1971 Ashley St are: William Rowen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ellwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Myers Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Samuel W. Pennypacker School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Oak Lane Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cedarbrook Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Building 21 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Promise Academy at Martin Luther King High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Parkway Northwest (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,318 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1971 Ashley St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1971 Ashley St is 1,412 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1971 Ashley St is 1940.
This home is located at 1971 Ashley St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19138 in the West Oak Lane neighborhood. This 1,412 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,000.
The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA increased by 36.5% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 90 days, the median list price was $292,873.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.