Welcome home to 516 S LeCount St! A fabulous alternative to costly renting for Med/Ed students & professionals looking to make the most of their time in Philly, and the ideal starter home for anyone who simply prioritizes walkability! This charming 2 bed 2 full bath home, is an exquisite blend of vintage whimsey and modern convenience. Enter through the original tiled vestibule into your sizable first floor, featuring hardwood, decorative mantle, and adjustable built-ins. Notice how natural light abounds with windows on THREE sides of the home! The dining area is defined via chandelier & dual sconces, with room enough for even the largest dining table. Sunlight pours through the gorgeous French Doors w/transom, illuminating your inviting kitchen. With heated floors, stainless appliances, natural granite counters and earthy backsplash, PLUS soft-stop wood cabinetry- this kitchen has it all... Even a cozy window above the sink to grow herbs! Open your double French Doors for seamless indoor/outdoor living- grill, entertain, or work on your green thumb! Up the (straight!) flight of steps you'll pass through a vintage glass door to the back bedroom. With room enough for a Q bed, and double closet- this southern facing room is an ideal office, guestroom, nursery, or... with the large boho hall bathroom a step away...it also makes an ideal $RENTAL$! Enjoy your OWN private suite down the hall complete with original millworked armoire, additional hall closet, and pristine full bathroom w/skylight. Complete with fresh paint throughout, a basement w/ full-sized laundry + abundant storage/den opportunities- This home has everything you could want PLUS a flexible floor plan to meet almost any needs! Mere paces from the Schuylkill River Train AND South St bridge access to CHOP, UPenn, etc... Walkable to Fitler and Rittenhouse Squares... and literally sharing the block with O'Connor Swimming Pool- act now because 516 S LeCount won't last long!
Sold for $590,000 on 08/14/25
$590,000
516 S Lecount St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
2beds
1,058sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
700 Square Feet Lot
$590,100 Zestimate®
$558/sqft
$3,042 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 05:01pm
Listed by:
Julia Holland 215-385-1088,
Duffy Real Estate-Narberth
Bought with:
Erin Rigo, RS342731
Keller Williams Main Line
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2504766

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Built-in Features, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full,Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,058
- Total interior livable area: 1,058 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,058
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 700 sqft
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 50.00
- Features: Downtown
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 303103300
- Zoning: RSA5
- Zoning description: Residential
- 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: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Fitler Square
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability
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