#PAPH2459138, Andrew F Cheng, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty
Property details
About 247 S 55th St
Located at 247 S 55th Street, this 2-unit duplex offers great potential for investors or contractor. Each unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with a spacious layout and solid bones. The property is in poor condition and being sold as-is, making it ideal for a full rehab or value-add project. With the right renovations, this property could provide excellent rental income or resale value. Prime location.
Highlights
Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
Size1,564 sqft
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2518552
Summary
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $149,900
- Price/SqFt: $95
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,117
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Walnut to S 55th
- Year Built: 1925
- Living Area: 1,564 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2518552
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Vylla Home
- Office Phone: (856) 206-0413
- Office Email: john.zeigler@vylla.com
- Listing Agent: Dawn Mpho Masenya
- Agent Phone: (267) 665-1909
- Agent Email: dawn.masenya@vylla.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2007 | Home Sold | $68,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $222,700 | $3,117 |
| 2022 | $222,700 | $1,317 |
| 2021 | $- | $1,317 |
| 2020 | $94,100 | $1,317 |
| 2019 | $90,600 | $1,268 |
| 2018 | $73,900 | $1,034 |
| 2017 | $73,900 | $1,034 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Universal Institute Charter School at Bluford
Public Charter KG-6
1.2 mi
•5801 Media St
3
Stonehurst Hills Elementary School
Public District 1-5
1.5 mi
•7051 Ruskin Ln
4
West Philadelphia Achievement Ces
Public Charter KG-5
1.5 mi
•6701 Callowhill 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 $31,395. The most common annual income of people living in Philadelphia, PA is less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
53%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
55%
Single, No Kids
27%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
15%
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
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Dodge
Honda
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 247 S 55th St
The listing price of 247 S 55th St property is $149,900.
The property 247 S 55th St is a multi located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19139.
Active Listing: 247 S 55th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 247 S 55th St are: Universal Institute Charter School at Bluford (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Stonehurst Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Philadelphia Achievement Ces (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Andrew Hamilton School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Global Leadership Academy Charter School Southwest a (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mastery Charter School at Harrity (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), William L. Sayre High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,117 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 14, 2007 for $68,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 247 S 55th St is 1,564 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 247 S 55th St is 1925.
This home is located at 247 S 55th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19139 in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood. This 1,564 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $149,900.
Between May and June 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 36.5%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $292,873, while the average time on the real estate market was 90 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.