$4,630 Closing Credit¹
#PAPH2481052, Frederic D Musilli, Listing office: DJCRE Inc.
$399,900 List price
538 Moore St Philadelphia, PA 19148
$4,749
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,226 sqft
0.02 acres
$326 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 538 Moore St
Welcome to 538 Moore Street- a beautifully renovated and maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled in the heart of South Philadelphia's sought-after Dickinson Narrows neighborhood. This spacious home boasts a classic original brick facade with elegant arched brick detailing and original cornice, offering timeless curb appeal on a quiet, tree-lined block. But one of the best things about this block is that the lots are extremely long- so this home provides plenty of living space PLUS a giant back yard! Step inside to find a spacious open layout, with a large living room, a central kitchen and powder room, and a rear dining area that lets out onto one of the largest private yards in the neighborhood- ready to be transformed into your city oasis for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, at the front of the house you'll find the primary bedroom with spacious en suite bathroom, along with two additional bedrooms and another full hallway bathroom. Located just steps from neighborhood favorites like Dickinson Square Park (with its Sunday farmers market, events and movie nights), the Bok Building, and an array of cafes and shops along Passyunk Avenue, this home combines space and charm with an unbeatable location. Don't miss your opportunity to own a unique piece of South Philadelphia with room to grow, both inside and out.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,226 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2477260
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Interior: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Primary Bath(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $399,900
- Price/SqFt: $326
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,128
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: if heading north on 5th Street, turn left onto Moore Street. The property is on the left side almost at 6th Street
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,226 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2477260
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
- Office Phone: (267) 435-8015
- Office Email: marianne.dillon@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Rachel Street
- Agent Phone: (267) 357-1334
- Agent Email: rachel.street@compass.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2013 | Home Sold | $230,000 |
| May 23, 2013 | Home Sold | $69,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $366,400 | $5,128 |
| 2022 | $146,560 | $1,706 |
| 2021 | $- | $1,706 |
| 2020 | $300,900 | $1,706 |
| 2019 | $277,700 | $1,574 |
| 2018 | $238,400 | $1,351 |
| 2017 | $238,400 | $1,351 |
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
0.8 mi
•2501 S 13th St
3
Stephen Girard Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.1 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. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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 538 Moore St
The listing price of 538 Moore St property is $399,900.
The property 538 Moore St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19148.
Accepting Backup Offers: 538 Moore 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 538 Moore 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), Southwark School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Eliza Butler Kirkbride School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Vare-Washington School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Furness High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mastery Charter School - Thomas Campus (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,128 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 30, 2013 for $230,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 538 Moore St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 538 Moore St is 1,226 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 538 Moore St is 1920.
This home is located at 538 Moore St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19148 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,226 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $399,900.
In May 2025 in Philadelphia, PA there were 40.9% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 89 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $298,569.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.