$500,000

56 E Tulpehocken St Philadelphia, PA 19144

$5,938
Closing credit¹
6 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,438 sqft
0.05 acres
$205 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 56 E Tulpehocken St

Beautifully renovated 6 bedroom/4 bathroom Twin-Home in Historical Germantown! House sits on a large lot with a front and private back yard. Upon ascending the front staircase, you are welcomed onto the front porch, a peaceful spot to relax. Enter into a foyer and a spacious first floor featuring a half bath and laundry rooms, living room, a dining room area , tall ceilings with crown moldings beautiful hardwood flooring, a chefs kitchen with backsplash, quartz counters and newer appliances as well as an entrance to the large back yard, which is a great space to entertain and unwind. The second floor features three generously sized bedrooms and 2 fully renovated bathrooms, the master en-suite is beautifully done as well. All bedrooms have ample closet/storage space. The third floor has 2 oversized bedrooms. The finished cozy basement is perfect for a family room, gym, or an office, and provides limitless possibilities the 6th bedroom is on this floor and has its own kitchenette and egress to go out to the backyard as well as a full bathroom. Some of the upgrades include: new HVAC and high efficiency heater (2025), new bathrooms (2025), appliances (2025), electric upgrade (2025) too many to name here. Contact listing agent for complete list of upgrades. Sale includes security system. Situated in Germantown near historical landmarks, many parks including Wissahickon Park with over 1800 acres of hiking and biking trails, waterways, picnic and sporting areas, ideally located near coffee shops, Weaver Way Coop locations and dining. Walk down tree lined streets for local ice cream, hard cider, or farm to table fare. Nearby neighborhoods like W Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, Roxborough/Manayunk and East Falls provide easy access to even more restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Commuting is a breeze with the home's close proximity to Lincoln Drive, providing a quick ride to major highways and just a brisk walk to many nearby public transportation options.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,438 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2491982

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6
  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $500,000
  • Price/SqFt: $205
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,271
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: GPS
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 2,438 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2491982
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: HomeSmart Nexus Realty Group - Blue Bell
  • Office Phone: (215) 909-7355
  • Office Email: office@hsnrg.com
  • Listing Agent: Donnell J Evans
  • Agent Phone: (267) 908-1289
  • Agent Email: donnell@hsnrg.com

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56 E Tulpehocken St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 - view of front facade featuring stairs and entry steps

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$162,300$2,271
2022$162,300$2,271
2021$-$1,570
2020$107,500$-
2019$112,200$-
2018$115,500$-
2017$115,500$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Elenor C. Emlen Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

6501 Chew Ave

4

Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

0.9 mi

67 E Bringhurst St

3

John B. Kelly Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

5116 Pulaski Ave

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 $32,206. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. 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?

54%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

58%
Single, No Kids
25%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
9%
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
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan

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 56 E Tulpehocken St

The listing price of 56 E Tulpehocken St property is $500,000.

The property 56 E Tulpehocken St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19144.

Active Listing: 56 E Tulpehocken St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 56 E Tulpehocken St are: Elenor C. Emlen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), John B. Kelly Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Anna Lane Lingelbach School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mastery Charter School-Francis D. Pastorius Elementa (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mastery Charter School-Pickett Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Parkway Northwest (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Promise Academy at Martin Luther King High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,271 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 56 E Tulpehocken St has 6 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 56 E Tulpehocken St is 2,438 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 56 E Tulpehocken St is 1900.

This home is located at 56 E Tulpehocken St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19144 in the Germantown / Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 2,438 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $500,000.

The number of homes for sale 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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