1605 S 8th St
Description
A separate...Welcome to your new home at 1605 S. 8th Street, a classic brick rowhome nestled in the highly sought-after Passyunk Square/Lower Moyamensing area of South Philadelphia. This is a beautifully maintained home filled with charm, and character. Step inside to discover original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and thoughtful built-ins throughout. The inviting main level features a convenient coat closet and elegant built-in wall units in the dining room, perfect for storage and display.
A separate entrance leads to the spacious basement, offering endless possibilities. While it could benefit from updating, it includes a powder room and plenty of room to create additional living space, a recreation area, or storage.
The second floor features three well-sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. Each room offers generous closet space with built-in shelving, and most bedrooms include oversized ceiling-height cabinets for extra storage. The primary bedroom is especially convenient with its own enclosed washer and dryer.
On the third floor, a skylight at the top of the staircase floods the space with natural light, complemented by an exhaust fan that helps keep the home cool. This level feels bright and airy, offering an open layout with a wet bar, a full bathroom, and an additional bedroom plus open space. The third floor can easily be transformed into a private suite with an attached office, workshop, nursery, or creative space—whatever best suits your needs.
The rear of the property overlooks lush ivy that serves as a peaceful bird sanctuary, providing a serene and private natural backdrop.
This property boasts a phenomenal Walk Score of 95 ("Walker's Paradise") due to its incredible location just one block from the historic Italian Market, offering daily access to fresh goods and unique eateries. Furthermore, you are steps away from the celebrated dining and retail corridor of East Passyunk Avenue, known for its award-winning restaurants and charming local shops. Excellent access to SEPTA transit, including the nearby Broad Street Line (Tasker-Morris Station), makes commuting to Center City effortless. This is a prime opportunity to secure a home in an authentic, vibrant, and highly walkable Philadelphia neighborhood.
This home offers a rare combination of character, flexibility, and storage—ready for its next owner to make it their own.
Listing Agents
![Matt Aragona]()
matt.aragona@compass.comP: (610)-745-3211
![Marco Messina]()
marcomessina@compass.comP: (267)-975-7119
Property Details for 1605 South 8th Street
Property Details for 1605 South 8th Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2570204 |
| Days on Market | 5 |
| Taxes | $6,408 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| Lot Size | 0.02 AC / 1,024 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Location
Building Information for 1605 South 8th Street
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$3,190 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
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Property Information for 1605 South 8th Street
- School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
- School District County ID: 803408593408
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19148 (19148)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $457,800
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $366,240
- City Town Tax: $2,819
- Land Assessed Value: $91,560
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: O50
- Zoning: RSA5
- Tax Lot: 347
- School Tax: $3,588
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 5
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
- Stories: Main
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,415.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,415.00
- Total SQFT: 2,415.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Basement Type: Unfinished
- Foundation Details: Other
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 64.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 879076
- Type Of Parking: None
- Fireplace: No
- Accessibility Features: None
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Whole House Exhaust Ventilation
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiant
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: https://www.aragonaassociates.com/
Property History for 1605 South 8th Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2570204 | $545,000 | — |
| Jul 31, 2001 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH357144 | $81,000 | — |
| Jun 11, 2001 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH357144 | — | |
| May 11, 2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH357144 | $85,000 | — |
| Apr 30, 2001 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH606008 | $85,000 | — |
| Jan 19, 2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH606008 | $85,000 | — |
| Dec 31, 2000 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH601070 | $85,000 | — |
| Sep 12, 2000 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH601070 | $85,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2570204 | $545,000 |
| 07/31/2001 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH357144 | $81,000 |
| 06/11/2001 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH357144 | — |
| 05/11/2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH357144 | $85,000 |
| 04/30/2001 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH606008 | $85,000 |
| 01/19/2001 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH606008 | $85,000 |
| 12/31/2000 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH601070 | $85,000 |
| 09/12/2000 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH601070 | $85,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1605 South 8th Street
Schools near 1605 South 8th Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kirkbride Eliza B School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Furness Horace High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Academy At Palumbo Public9 to 12 | ||
Creative And Performing Arts Public9 to 12 |
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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