$469,000

720 S 16th St Philadelphia, PA 19146

$5,569
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,440 sqft
0.02 acres
$326 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 720 S 16th St

Charming 4-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Graduate Hospital – Bring Your Vision! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-full bathroom home offers a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to add their personal touch and make it their own ideal vision. Priced accordingly to reflect its potential, this property is perfect for buyers looking for a functional home to live in at a reasonable value today or investors seeking to capitalize on the very desirable Graduate Hospital area. The first floor features an open concept living, dining, and kitchen area with plenty of natural light. The kitchen boasts maple cabinetry, exposed brick accents, and tiled countertops, creating a unique and inviting space. A full bathroom on this level showcases oversized floor tiles and a sleek modern vanity. Step outside to a small but functional private rear patio – perfect for grilling and relaxing outdoors. Upstairs on the second floor, you'll find a nice-sized bedroom in front, an additional smaller bedroom at the back, and a nice size renovated full bath. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms that parallel the layout of the bedrooms on the second floor, providing ample space for family, guests, or a home office. Currently tenant-occupied until July 31, 2025, generating $3,230 per month, this home offers both immediate rental income and long-term investment income and value growth potential. Whether you're an investor, a future homeowner, or looking for a 1031 Exchange opportunity, this property checks all the boxes. Please note: 24-hour notice required to show property to tenants.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingOther
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,440 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1915
MLS #PAPH2474602

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Parking: None
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $469,000
  • Price/SqFt: $325
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,993
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: House on on left side on 16th
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,440 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2474602
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
  • Listing Agent: Danielle Lawless
  • Agent Phone: (215) 917-3093
  • Agent Email: danilawless@gmail.com

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$499,600$6,993
2022$499,600$5,023
2021$-$5,023
2020$358,900$5,023
2019$493,900$6,913
2018$387,500$5,424
2017$387,500$5,424

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Stephen Girard Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.3 mi

1800 Snyder Ave

5

Francis Scott Key School

Public District KG-6

1.6 mi

2230 S 8th St

7

Abram Stockton Jenks School

Public District KG-5

1.6 mi

2501 S 13th St

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 $42,250. The most common annual income of people living in Philadelphia, PA is less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

47%
<35k
25%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
8%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

82%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
43%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 720 S 16th St

The listing price of 720 S 16th St property is $469,000.

The property 720 S 16th St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146.

Active Listing: 720 S 16th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 720 S 16th St are: Stephen Girard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Francis Scott Key School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Abram Stockton Jenks School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Universal Institute Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Independence Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Edwin M. Stanton School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Creative and Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Academy at Palumbo (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Philadelphia Electrical & Tech Chs (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,993 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 720 S 16th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 720 S 16th St is 1,440 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 720 S 16th St is 1915.

This home is located at 720 S 16th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19146 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 1,440 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $469,000.

Over 174 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Philadelphia, PA. In the same period over 344 listings were sold below the listed price and 171 listings were sold for the listed price. Between February and March 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 29.2%. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 50 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $269,412.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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