Immaculate and well‑maintained 3‑bedroom, 1‑bath home located in Historic Germantown. This property offers excellent access to Germantown Avenue, major highways, public transportation, and neighborhood amenities. Recent updates include a new roof with a warranty (2020), new windows, and a new hot water tank (2024). Please note this property is tenant-occupied, and the lease ends 11/26 - they have been given notice. The home features a covered front porch, hardwood floors throughout, and an open‑concept main level. The kitchen includes a stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, and range/oven, all of which are included in the sale. The upper level offers three spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom with a soaking tub. A full basement provides additional storage and leads directly to the rear exterior and garage. Washer, dryer, and AC window units are included. The property offers flexible parking options, including street and rear parking. This home is suitable for an owner‑occupant or an investor. Strong rental potential makes it an excellent addition to a buy‑and‑hold portfolio. This property is being sold strictly AS IS. The seller will not make any repairs, including repairs requested by the buyer's lenders. Buyer is responsible for CO. Pictures shown are from before the tenant moved in. Updated photos coming soon.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (2/18)
$165,000
4539 Fernhill Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19144
3beds
1,038sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1930
1,171 Square Feet Lot
$170,400 Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three spacious bedroomsCovered front porchHardwood floors throughout
- 9 days |
- 135 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 19, 2026 at 03:27am
Listed by:
Anitra Pope 678-829-7718,
HomeSmart First Advantage Realty (856) 363-3000
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2578298
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,038
- Total interior livable area: 1,038 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,038
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Basement, On Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,171 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 74.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 133125100
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $149,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,096
- Date on market: 2/11/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$170,400
$162,000 - $179,000
$1,458/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $165,000-2.9%$159/sqft |
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| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $170,000+30.8%$164/sqft |
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| 12/28/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/23/2021 | Pending sale | $130,000$125/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2015862 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2021 | Contingent | $130,000$125/sqft |
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| 8/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $130,000+117%$125/sqft |
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| 9/16/2011 | Sold | $59,900$58/sqft |
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| 5/19/2011 | Price change | $59,900-7.7%$58/sqft |
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| 4/29/2011 | Price change | $64,900-7.2%$63/sqft |
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| 4/23/2011 | Price change | $69,900-6.7%$67/sqft |
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| 4/15/2011 | Price change | $74,900-6.3%$72/sqft |
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| 4/1/2011 | Price change | $79,900-10.2%$77/sqft |
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| 3/29/2011 | Listed for sale | $89,000$86/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,097 +36.4% | $149,800 +36.4% |
| 2024 | $1,537 | $109,800 |
| 2023 | $1,537 +24.8% | $109,800 |
| 2022 | $1,232 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,232 -4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,286 +77.1% | -- |
| 2017 | $727 -22.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $932 | -- |
| 2015 | $932 | -- |
| 2014 | $932 +13.5% | $91,300 +788.8% |
| 2012 | $821 | $10,272 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,272 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,272 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,272 |
| 2008 | -- | $10,272 |
| 2007 | -- | $10,272 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $9,568 |
| 2005 | -- | $9,568 |
| 2004 | -- | $9,568 |
| 2003 | -- | $9,568 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $9,024 +8.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $8,320 |
| 1999 | -- | $8,320 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$894/mo
Principal & interest
$765
Property taxes
$129
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Germantown Southwest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Kelly John B SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Fitler Academics PlusGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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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