Terrific on Two Street! Whether you love the Mummers or not, this home stands out on its own! Welcome to 1537 s. 2nd Street, a perfectly move-in ready home in the heart of Pennsport! This concession free, fully renovated three story home has it all including three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a finished basement and an amazing rear yard at almost 1,700 sq ft of living space! The beautiful brick facade sets the tone. As you enter, you can't miss the wide plank hardwood floors along with tons of upgraded millwork throughout the home. The open first floor plan is perfection and includes a large living space, full dining room and kitchen in the rear just off the side door leading out to the yard. The kitchen is complete with large shaker style cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and tile backsplash. Head out from there to the enormous yard, perfect for all types of entertainment and relaxation! The second floor has two spacious bedrooms, each with great lighting and closet space, split by a hall bath with a full tile surround and bench tub. Head up to the third floor primary suite, where you will find a spacious bedroom, great closet space, and a newly renovated bathroom which includes a double vanity, free standing soaking tub, and beautiful shower with rain head and hand held! Finally, head down to the finished basement with powder room for that extra bit of recreational space that is always useful! Take note of the carpentry upgrades throughout including: single panel doors, crown molding and wainscoting throughout the first floor, wainscoting in hallway throughout, deep sills, and upgraded trim! The location speaks for itself - stand on your front step on New Year's Day for a front row seat of the Mummer's Parade! On any other day, you can walk within minutes to all Pennsport has to offer, Passyunk Square, Queen Village, all big box retail on Columbus Blvd right around the corner! Get to the sports complex within minutes to catch a game. Hop right on 95 to get in and out of the city or over the bridge. Take a look at this home and enjoy living the dream!
Under contract
Price cut: $25K (6/19)
$500,000
1537 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
3beds
1,683sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1915
983 Square Feet Lot
$474,200 Zestimate®
$297/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick facadeQuartz countertopsEnormous yardUpgraded millworkFinished basementNewly renovated bathroomOpen first floor plan
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 03, 2025 at 06:48pm
Listed by:
Frank DeFazio 610-636-4364,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut (215) 627-6005,
Co-Listing Agent: John A Cesarine 484-620-9156,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2490686

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,683
- Total interior livable area: 1,683 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,683
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 983 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 63.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 011066600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Pennsport
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $297/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $418,100
- Annual tax amount: $5,852
- Date on market: 6/7/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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