#PAPH2496016, Guy A Matteo, Listing office: RE/MAX Preferred - Newtown Square
616 Watkins St Philadelphia, PA 19148
Property details
About 616 Watkins St
Welcome to 616 Watkins Street—a beautifully updated home in South Philly. The open-concept main floor features hardwood flooring throughout and connects the living room, dining area, and updated kitchen. The kitchen is designed with granite countertops, shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, generous prep space, and a wine fridge—ideal for hosting or enjoying a quiet night in. Step out back to a private patio, perfect for morning coffee or evening barbecues. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a full bathroom with a walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bathroom with a tub-shower combo, which provide flexible options for guests, family, or home office needs. The finished basement adds even more living space, along with a washer and dryer, and can easily function as a gym, playroom, or second living area. Located just a few blocks from Dickinson Square Park and the restaurants, cafes, and shops of East Passyunk Avenue, this home puts you right in the heart of one of South Philly’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!
Highlights
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Kitchen - Eat-In
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: AirLite
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $375,000
- Price/SqFt: $343
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,524
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: USE GPS
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,092 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.01 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2479238
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: KW Empower
- Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
- Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
- Listing Agent: Alison Simon
- Agent Phone: (215) 847-4452
- Agent Email: alisonsimon@kw.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 22, 2022 | Home Sold | $345,000 |
Dec 24, 2018 | Home Sold | $290,000 |
Oct 30, 2017 | Home Sold | $92,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $331,800 | $3,524 |
2022 | $331,800 | $2,549 |
2021 | $- | $2,549 |
2020 | $182,100 | $2,549 |
2019 | $168,100 | $2,353 |
2018 | $126,000 | $1,763 |
2017 | $126,000 | $1,763 |
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
1.1 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 $21,118. The most common annual income of people living in Philadelphia, PA is less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 616 Watkins St
The listing price of 616 Watkins St property is $375,000.
The property 616 Watkins St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19148.
Accepting Backup Offers: 616 Watkins 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 616 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 $3,524 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 22, 2022 for $345,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 616 Watkins St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 616 Watkins St is 1,092 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 616 Watkins St is 1920.
This home is located at 616 Watkins St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19148 in the Passayunk Square neighborhood. This 1,092 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.01 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $375,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between May and June 2025 increased by 36.5%. Listings spent 90 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $292,873 during the same period.