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$3,913 Closing Credit¹
#PAPH2468066, Juliet C. Welker, Listing Office: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
$350,000 List price
519 Watkins St Philadelphia, PA 19148
$4,156
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,364 sqft
0.01 acres
$257 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 519 Watkins St
Welcome to 519 Watkins St, a beautiful home tucked on a quiet side street in desirable Dickinson Narrows. The attractive façade which includes an extra-large front window that fills the open floor plan with natural light, creating a bright, airy feel throughout. The sleek, modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a honeycomb backsplash, and opens to a dining area with a convenient half bath. Step out to your private rear patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, find two comfortable bedrooms and a stylish full bath. The semi-finished, full basement offers a 2-in-1 washer/dryer and can be used for storage space, a den or workspace. Close to all the area has to offer including parks, cafes, restaurants, public transit, and I-95. Schedule a tour today!
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,364 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.01 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2470858
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Breakfast Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $350,000
- Price/SqFt: $256
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,907
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: When traveling north on S 5th Street, turn left onto Watkins and property will be on the right. For best results, use a GPS from your starting location.
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,364 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.01 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2470858
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
- Office Phone: (267) 435-8015
- Office Email: marianne.dillon@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Paul Justice
- Agent Phone: (610) 507-6116
- Agent Email: paul.justice@compass.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2020 | Home Sold | $324,200 |
| Jul 25, 2019 | Home Sold | $135,000 |
| Jan 26, 2007 | Home Sold | $71,750 |
| Aug 28, 2006 | Home Sold | $63,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $207,700 | $2,907 |
| 2022 | $207,700 | $2,493 |
| 2021 | $- | $2,493 |
| 2020 | $178,100 | $2,493 |
| 2019 | $164,400 | $2,301 |
| 2018 | $115,900 | $1,622 |
| 2017 | $115,900 | $1,622 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Francis Scott Key School
Public District KG-6
0.5 mi
•2230 S 8th St
7
Abram Stockton Jenks School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•2501 S 13th St
3
Stephen Girard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.2 mi
•1800 Snyder 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 $29,679. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
63%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
58%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
H&M
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Popeyes
Little Caesars
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Nissan
Dodge
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 519 Watkins St
The listing price of 519 Watkins St property is $350,000.
The property 519 Watkins St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19148.
Active Listing: 519 Watkins St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 519 Watkins St are: Francis Scott Key School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Abram Stockton Jenks School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Stephen Girard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Eliza Butler Kirkbride School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Southwark School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Vare-Washington School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Furness High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Academy at Palumbo (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,907 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 20, 2020 for $324,200 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 519 Watkins St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 519 Watkins St is 1,364 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 519 Watkins St is 1920.
This home is located at 519 Watkins St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19148 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,364 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.01 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $350,000.
In April 2025 in Philadelphia, PA there were 49.7% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 88 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $291,214 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.