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#PAPH2518204, Lisa App, Listing office: KW Empower
$140,000 List price
405 W Penn St Philadelphia, PA 19144
3 beds
1 full
1,326 sqft
0.03 acres
$106 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 405 W Penn St
The property at 405 W Penn Street in Philadelphia's Germantown neighborhood is a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rowhouse built in 1900. It offers approximately 1,326 square feet of living space, with a full, unfinished basement.. While the home is livable, it probably requires significant upgrades and your renovations. This home has a very large flat usable backyard with a tree for shade. Comparable properties in the area have sold for $280,000-$310,000, indicating potential for value appreciation post-renovation. If you're considering a full rehab, it's advisable to consult with local contractors to obtain accurate estimates for the necessary work. Additionally, exploring financing options tailored for renovation projects could be beneficial as well. This home won't last long!
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingRadiant
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,326 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2488708
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Heating: Radiant
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $140,000
- Price/SqFt: $105
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,051
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Take Route 1 to Fox St. Turn right onto W Queen Ln, left onto Morris St, then left onto W Penn St.
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,326 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2488708
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
- Office Phone: (610) 947-0408
- Office Email: marianne.dillon@compass.com
- Listing Agent: david m cohen
- Agent Phone: (215) 260-5860
- Agent Email: davidmilescohen@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $155,100 | $1,051 |
| 2022 | $110,100 | $1,541 |
| 2021 | $- | $1,602 |
| 2020 | $109,700 | $1,535 |
| 2019 | $114,500 | $1,602 |
| 2018 | $81,700 | $1,143 |
| 2017 | $81,700 | $1,143 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
John B. Kelly Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•5116 Pulaski Ave
4
Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
0.7 mi
•67 E Bringhurst St
2
Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School
Public Charter KG-2
1.1 mi
•3300 Henry 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 $26,389. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
54%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
67%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Music Concerts
Where do the neighbors shop?
IKEA
Banana Republic
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Quiznos
Jack In The Box
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
Toyota
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Soft Adult Contemporary
Jazz- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 405 W Penn St
The listing price of 405 W Penn St property is $140,000.
The property 405 W Penn St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19144.
Accepting Backup Offers: 405 W Penn 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 405 W Penn St are: John B. Kelly Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Fitler Academics Plus (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wissahickon Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Anna Lane Lingelbach School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mastery Charter School-Pickett Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Randolph A. Philip Avt High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Mastery Charter School at Gratz (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,051 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 405 W Penn St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 405 W Penn St is 1,326 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 405 W Penn St is 1900.
This home is located at 405 W Penn St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19144 in the Germantown / Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 1,326 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $140,000.
The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA increased by 36.5% between May and June 2025. 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.