$139,000

3231 Fontain St Philadelphia, PA 19121

$1,651
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,120 sqft
0.02 acres
$124 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3231 Fontain St

Location, Location, Location! This charming home boasts an enviable location just steps from East Fairmount Park and offers easy access to Center City, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Philadelphia Zoo, University City, and major expressways. Inviting Layout: Enter through the welcoming open front porch, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Inside, a spacious family room unfolds, leading to a secondary recreation room - ideal for entertaining or creating a dedicated play area. The thoughtfully designed layout continues to the dining room and a well-equipped kitchen with convenient access to the rear alley through a side door. Lower Level and Upstairs: The basement provides ample storage space and houses the furnace. Ascend the stairs to find three comfortable bedrooms with a full bathroom to service them. This property is currently leased to tenants. Schedule a showing today to see the potential this home offer.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Radiant
StatusComing Soon
(COMING SOON)
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size1,120 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1919
MLS #PAPH2495770
Active DateJune 30, 2025

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: None
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • List Price: $139,000
  • Price/SqFt: $124
  • Annual Tax Amount: $866
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: 33rd Street to Fontain
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,120 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2495770
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
  • Office Phone: (856) 321-1212
  • Office Email: klrw653@kw.com
  • Listing Agent: Paul P Cheng
  • Agent Phone: (215) 327-1722
  • Agent Email: paulcheng@kw.com

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3231 Fontain St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 - multi unit property with a porch

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 23, 2018
Home Sold
$57,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$61,900$866
2022$61,900$481
2021$-$481
2020$34,400$481
2019$33,300$466
2018$23,600$330
2017$23,600$330

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Richard R. Wright Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

2700 W Dauphin St

1

Thomas May Peirce Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.2 mi

2300 W Cambria St

2

Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School

Public Charter KG-6

1.5 mi

2539 N 16th 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 $19,000. The most common annual income of people living in Philadelphia, PA is less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

60%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

59%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
11%
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
  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda
  • DodgeDodge

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 3231 Fontain St

The listing price of 3231 Fontain St property is $139,000.

The property 3231 Fontain St is a house located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19121.

Coming Soon: 3231 Fontain St is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.

The nearby schools for 3231 Fontain St are: Richard R. Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Thomas May Peirce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Blaine Academics Plus School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edward Gideon School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William D. Kelley School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Strawberry Mansion High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Vaux Big Picture High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Dobbins Avt High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $866 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 23, 2018 for $57,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 3231 Fontain St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 3231 Fontain St is 1,120 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3231 Fontain St is 1919.

This home is located at 3231 Fontain St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19121 in the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood. This 1,120 square foot home, which was built in 1919, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $139,000.

The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA increased by 40.9% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 89 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $298,569 during the same period.

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

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