Tucked away on one of the most picturesque, tree-lined blocks in Washington Square West, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Highlights include original hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The home features a newly renovated interior with brand-new flooring, updated bathrooms, and a new HVAC system for year-round comfort. The finished basement provides valuable bonus space—ideal for a home office, gym, or media room—along with a dedicated laundry area and ample storage. Step outside to a private backyard patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A shared, semi-private alley also provides convenient rear access to the property. Located just steps from Jefferson Hospital, Whole Foods, public transportation, and some of the city’s finest dining and shopping, this is a rare opportunity to own a classic Center City home in a quiet, sought-after neighborhood. Disclosure: seller is a real estate professional.
For sale
$429,000
250 S Alder St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
2beds
756sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1850
602 Square Feet Lot
$419,900 Zestimate®
$567/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private backyard patioShared semi-private alleyFinished basementNew hvac systemNewly renovated interiorAbundance of natural lightTree-lined block
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- on Zillow |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 22 hours ago
Listed by:
Yingxia Chen 610-500-1091,
Tesla Realty Group, LLC 8448375274
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2518438

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 756
- Total interior livable area: 756 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 756
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 602 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 43.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 054257600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Washington Sq West
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $567/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $470,900
- Annual tax amount: $6,591
- Date on market: 7/19/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Other
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