115 N 53rd St

Philadelphia, PA 19139

$315,000
Price
4
Beds
1,760 Sq. Ft.
$179 / Sq. Ft.
1,760
Sq. Ft.
$179
per Sq. Ft.
Coming Soon
Coming Soon

Description

Beautifully restored and rich with original character, 115 N 53rd St is a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home where historic craftsmanship meets modern comfort. Thoughtful updates throughout preserve the soul of the home while making day-to-day living easy. Inside, 100-year-old heart pine floors have been lovingly restored. The original front door and fireplaces have been retiled and brought back to life as striking focal points. These preserved details speak to the home’s historic charm and enduring quality....Beautifully restored and rich with original character, 115 N 53rd St is a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home where historic craftsmanship meets modern comfort. Thoughtful updates throughout preserve the soul of the home while making day-to-day living easy. Inside, 100-year-old heart pine floors have been lovingly restored. The original front door and fireplaces have been retiled and brought back to life as striking focal points. These preserved details speak to the home’s historic charm and enduring quality. The kitchen embraces vintage style with classic checkered floors, paired with modern updates for everyday functionality. All major systems have been fully modernized, including new electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, along with all-new windows and siding. The result is comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind while maintaining the home’s architectural integrity. Out back, enjoy a finished patio that extends your living space for hosting, grilling, or quiet mornings. Downstairs, the unfinished basement is clean and highly usable, ideal for storage, a home gym, workshop space, or a future project. Ideally located a short distance from the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and all that West Philadelphia has to offer.
  1. Listed by Max Karasick • Keller Williams Main Line
    P: (973)-715-9490 max@maxkarasick.com

Property Details for 115 North 53rd Street

Tax ID Number
441164100
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Straight Thru
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 06:27 PM

Property Details for 115 North 53rd Street

StatusComing Soon
MLS #PAPH2579456
Days on Market-
Taxes$1,930 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,596 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 115 North 53rd Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1925Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,596 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,696 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,535

Property Taxes

$161

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 115 North 53rd Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19139 (19139)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Assessed Value: $137,900
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $110,320
  • City Town Tax: $849
  • Land Assessed Value: $27,580
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: H30
  • Zoning: RSA3
  • Tax Lot: 25
  • School Tax: $1,080
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 7
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 8
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,760.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 21.00 x 76.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1199782
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: No Septic System
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: maxkarasick.com

Property History for 115 North 53rd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 29, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2495712

$115,000—
Aug 27, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1912508322

$115,000

+6.0% / yr

Jun 30, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2495712

—
Jun 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2495712

$129,900—
Jun 25, 2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005241154

$45,000—
Jun 9, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #273732555

$45,000—
May 28, 2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005241154

—
Apr 29, 2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005241154

$56,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/29/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2495712

$115,000
08/27/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1912508322

$115,000

+6.0% / yr

06/30/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2495712

—
06/17/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2495712

$129,900
06/25/2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005241154

$45,000
06/09/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #273732555

$45,000
05/28/2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005241154

—
04/29/2009

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005241154

$56,900

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Public Records for 115 North 53rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$27,580Additions$110,320Total$137,900
Tax Record2025$1,930 ($161 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,596 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRSA3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN44-1-1641-00

Schools near 115 North 53rd Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Rhoads James School
Public - K to 8
Overbrook High School
Public - 9 to 12
Parkway West
Public - 9 to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Rhoads James School
PublicK to 8

Overbrook High School
Public9 to 12

Parkway West
Public9 to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 115 North 53rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139

115 North 53rd Street is a townhouse Coming Soon in Philadelphia, PA 19139. This property is currently priced at $315,000. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Rhoads James School, Overbrook High School and Parkway West. 115 North 53rd Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 1,760 sqft townhouse built in 1925.

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