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  • $189,999

    2557 S 61st St, Philadelphia, PA 19142

    3beds
    1,260sqft
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    $1,198/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1920
    960 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $151/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Contemporary fixturesSleek counter surfacesRefreshed neutral tonesExterior sidings paintedPainted throughoutBright open-concept main floorRecessed lights installation
    Welcome home to 2557 S 61st St, a beautifully updated row home offering modern updates and turnkey convenience in Southwest Philadelphia. Step inside to a bright, open-concept main floor featuring new flooring, refreshed neutral tones, and updated lighting throughout. The layout flows seamlessly from the spacious living area into a functional, modern kitchen equipped with sleek counter surfaces and contemporary fixtures. Upstairs, you will find three comfortable bedrooms filled with natural light, along with a newly updated full bathroom styled with modern finishes. The full lower level provides abundant utility and storage space, perfect for laundry setup or a dedicated workshop. Out front, enjoy an inviting raised front porch patio—ideal for outdoor seating and container gardening—plus a private rear yard space for additional outdoor living. The whole house went through a major renovation. Key improvements are newly plastered basement walls and floor, painted throughout, new kitchen and bathroom, vinyl floorings. Exterior sidings painted, interior ceilings drywalls are new along with recessed lights installation, Conveniently located near SEPTA transit options, major roadways, local shopping centers, and Philadelphia International Airport for effortless commuting. ***Attention: Virtual photos are present are the sole purpose of the potential of what each room will look like. Not factual and some may have been change/altered a bit. ****
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    Listed by:

    Paris Luong 267-684-8880,

    Tesla Realty Group, LLC 8448375274

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2659238MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,260
      • Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,260
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 960 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 402058700
      • Zoning: RM1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Straight Thru
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Slab
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Elmwood Park
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $151/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $132,500
      • Annual tax amount: $1,854
      • Date on market: 8/12/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Inclusions: All Appliances And Will Be Conveyed In As-is Condition.
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/12/2026Listed for sale$189,999+8.6%$151/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2659238 Report a problem
        4/29/2026Listing removed$1,600$1/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2582714 Report a problem
        4/23/2026Listing removed$175,000$139/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2510206 Report a problem
        2/10/2026Listed for rent$1,600$1/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2582714 Report a problem
        11/3/2025Price change$175,000-7.9%$139/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2510206 Report a problem
        9/4/2025Price change$190,000-5%$151/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2510206 Report a problem
        8/4/2025Price change$200,000-4.8%$159/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2510206 Report a problem
        7/21/2025Price change$210,000-4.5%$167/sqft
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        6/27/2025Listed for sale$220,000+193.3%$175/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2510206 Report a problem
        12/11/2023Sold$75,000-6.3%$60/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2205814 Report a problem
        8/30/2023Pending sale$80,000$63/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2205814 Report a problem
        7/12/2023Price change$80,000-5.9%$63/sqft
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        5/19/2023Price change$85,000-5.6%$67/sqft
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        4/18/2023Price change$90,000-5.3%$71/sqft
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        3/8/2023Price change$95,000-9.5%$75/sqft
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        2/21/2023Listed for sale$105,000+150%$83/sqft
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        3/24/2021Listing removed--
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        1/15/2020Sold$42,000-22.1%$33/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/14/2019Pending sale$53,900$43/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/2/2019Price change$53,900-15.6%$43/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/1/2019Price change$63,900-1.5%$51/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/7/2019Listed for sale$64,900+101.3%$52/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/6/2005Sold$32,244+38.3%$26/sqft
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        6/2/1997Sold$23,320$19/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,688 +27.6%$120,600 +27.6%
        2024$1,323 $94,500
        2023$1,323 +26.3%$94,500
        2022$1,047 --
        2021$1,047 +8.4%--
        2018$966 --
        2017$966 +35.3%--
        2016$714 --
        2015$714 --
        2014$714 +4.5%$51,000 +433%
        2012$683 $9,568
        2011-- $9,568
        2010-- $9,568
        2009-- $9,568
        2008-- $9,568
        2007-- $9,568
        2006-- $9,568
        2005-- $9,568
        2004-- $9,568 +6.8%
        2003-- $8,960 +9.4%
        2002-- $8,192 +8%
        2000-- $7,584
        1999-- $7,584
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Elmwood

        Getting around

        69 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        68 / 100
        Good Transit
        75 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Philadelphia City

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