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Sold for $825,000
  • $825,000

    636 Carpenter St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

    4beds
    2,154sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1789
    1,227 Square Feet Lot
    $827,700 Zestimate®
    $383/sqft
    $3,206 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $827,700

    $770,000 - $894,000

    $3,206/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to 636 Carpenter Street, a very special home featuring a combination of historical details and modern amenities!! Located on a lovely tree lined street in the heart of the Bella Vista neighborhood, this elegant abode offers all the best of city living. Its handsome red brick and limestone facade with original cornice opens up into a spacious and inviting open floor plan. The first floor provides plenty of living space including a large combination living / dining area with half bath, oak hardwood flooring, an updated gourmet kitchen with an abundance of cabinet space, island with seating, double ovens, gas cook top with pot filler faucet, SS appliances and marble counters and backsplash. The kitchen opens to the unusually large rear yard with storage shed which is big enough for outdoor entertaining, gardening and play area. Off of the kitchen, take the stairs down to the partially finished basement level. The multi-function basement provides separate areas for a family room / office, play room and storage/workshop with shelving and work bench. Follow the oak staircase up to the second level where you'll find two spacious and bright bedrooms, large hall bath with tub shower combo and storage cabinetry as well as conveniently located stacked washer/dryer in the hallway. Ascend to the third floor where you'll find two more large bedrooms including a primary suite with relaxing en-suite bath! Up one more flight and you'll find an enclosed pilot house with room for a bar area and a door leading out to the roof deck featuring expansive 360 skyline views, composite decking and space for entertaining or just soaking up some rays. Top this all off with ample closet space, oak hardwood flooring throughout, 2 zone central air & gas heating and space for everything your heart desires. This well-proportioned, charming and excellently located residence awaits your updates and personal touches to make this the home of your dreams. Beat the spring rush and schedule your showing today. This one won't last long!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: February 06, 2026 at 10:43am

    Listed by:

    CYNTHIA A. RAY 609-220-6717,

    Addison Real Estate Company Inc

    Bought with:

    Robin Gordon, AB049690L

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

    Libby Cefaly, RS344269

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2574018MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 200
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Double Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Upper Level
    Features
    • Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood, Vinyl
    • Windows: Casement, Double Hung, Window Treatments
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Concrete,Shelving,Windows
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,234
    • Total interior livable area: 2,154 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,034
    • Finished area below ground: 120

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Roof, Roof Deck
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Masonry/Stone,Back Yard
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Lot
    • Size: 1,227 sqft
    • Dimensions: 16.00 x 77.00
    • Features: Middle Of Block
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: 021083700
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Straight Thru
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry
    • Foundation: Stone, Slab
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1789
    • Major remodel year: 2007

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Fire Sprinkler System
    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Bella Vista
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Negotiable,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/6/2026Sold$825,000+4.6%$383/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2574018 Report a problem
    2/6/2026Pending sale$789,000$366/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2574018 Report a problem
    1/16/2026Contingent$789,000$366/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2574018 Report a problem
    1/14/2026Listed for sale$789,000+53.5%$366/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2574018 Report a problem
    8/27/2016Sold$514,000-0.6%$239/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,959 +4%$640,000 +4%
    2024$8,610 $615,100
    2023$8,610 +3.8%$615,100

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Bella Vista

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Philadelphia City

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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