$5,938 Closing Credit¹
#PAPH2454710, Elizabeth A Gimelson, Listing Office: Springer Realty Group
$539,000 List price
870 N 21st St Philadelphia, PA 19130
$6,401
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,200 sqft
0.02 acres
$449 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 870 N 21st St
Full listing description, professional photos and video coming soon! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath gem in the heart of Fairmount is packed with personality and charm. Custom carpentry details throughout give the home a warm, crafted feel, while modern updates bring in style and comfort. You’ll love the natural light from the bathroom skylight, spacious bedrooms, convenient foyer, and the wood-burning fireplace that adds the perfect cozy touch. Outside, there’s a private deck, garage, and off-street parking—rare finds! With central air and contemporary finishes throughout, this home is ready to impress. Accessible this weekend - Open houses to be scheduled for Saturday and Sunday!
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusComing Soon
(COMING SOON)
(COMING SOON)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,200 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1935
ParkingGarage - Rear Entry, Driveway,Attached Garage
MLS #PAPH2472534
Garage1 space
FireplaceWood
Active DateMay 02, 2025
Summary
- MLS Number: PAPH2472534
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: KW Empower
- Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
- Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
- Listing Agent: Ryan McLaughlin
- Agent Phone: (215) 498-4379
- Agent Email: ryanm@tollrealtygroup.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2011 | Home Sold | $280,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $426,000 | $4,843 |
| 2022 | $381,000 | $4,889 |
| 2021 | $- | $4,889 |
| 2020 | $394,300 | $5,519 |
| 2019 | $381,600 | $5,341 |
| 2018 | $321,900 | $4,505 |
| 2017 | $321,900 | $4,505 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Samuel Powel Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.4 mi
•301 N 36th St
1
Richard R. Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•2700 W Dauphin St
2
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School
Public Charter KG-6
1.6 mi
•2539 N 16th St
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 $73,088. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
16%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
61%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
33%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Tennis
Live Theatre
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
BMW
Mercedes
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 870 N 21st St
This home is located at 870 N 21st St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19130 in the Fairmount neighborhood. This 1,200 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $539,000.
Philadelphia, PA housing market in March 2025 saw over 174 listings sold above listed price, more than 171 sold at listed price and over 344 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between February and March 2025 increased by 29.2%. In March 2025 median list price was $269,412 and the average listing age was 50 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.