1607 S Bancroft St
Description
Step inside to a bright and spacious open floor plan featuring new flooring throughout, a large living room boasting high ceilings, a beautifully tiled full bathroom and gorgeous kitchen boasting stainless steel...Welcome to 1607 S Bancroft Street — a fully and beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2 full bathroom home in Newbold, one of South Philly’s most desirable neighborhoods! Just steps from East Passyunk Avenue, this home combines modern upgrades, open-concept living, and classic Philadelphia charm.
Step inside to a bright and spacious open floor plan featuring new flooring throughout, a large living room boasting high ceilings, a beautifully tiled full bathroom and gorgeous kitchen boasting stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, sleek cabinetry and breakfast nook then out backyard, ideal for entertaing, grilling, morning coffee and just relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, the primary bedroom to fits a king-size bed and includes a roomy closet. Two additional bedrooms offer flexible space for guests, kids, a home office . Note that the second full bathroom features modern finishes and high-end tilework as well.
The unfinished basement provides ample storage or potential for future customization.
Located on a quiet, tree-lined block, you’ll love being just steps from South Philly Tap Room, Ultimo Coffee, Second District Brewing, and all the restaurants and shops along East Passyunk Avenue. Commuting is easy with close access to the Broad Street Line, myriad bus routes and easy access to I-76 & 95.
This move-in ready home has been meticulously renovated with attention to every detail. Don’t miss your chance to own a stunning property in the heart of Newbold — schedule your showing today!
Listing Agent
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chrisbaker@compass.comP: (267)-255-2253
Property Details for 1607 South Bancroft Street
Property Details for 1607 South Bancroft Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2572088 |
| Days on Market | 1 |
| Taxes | $2,866 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1923 |
| Lot Size | 0.02 AC / 700 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
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Building Information for 1607 South Bancroft Street
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$1,822 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
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Property Information for 1607 South Bancroft Street
- School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
- School District County ID: 803408593408
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19145 (19145)
- 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: $204,800
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $163,840
- City Town Tax: $1,261
- Land Assessed Value: $40,960
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: O30
- Zoning: RSA5
- Tax Lot: 145
- School Tax: $1,605
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2025
- Total Finished SQFT: 912.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 912.00
- Total SQFT: 912.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Basement Type: Other
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 50.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 1123421
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Fireplace: No
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Accessibility Features: None
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://mls.homejab.com/property/1607-s-bancroft-st-philadelphia-pa-19145-usa
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
Property History for 1607 South Bancroft Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2572088 | $324,900 | — |
| Jan 6, 2026 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | — | |
| Dec 22, 2025 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | — | |
| Dec 8, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | $317,500 | — |
| Nov 24, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | $319,900 | — |
| Nov 7, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | $324,900 | — |
| Nov 18, 2024 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1547537258 | $150,000 | +5.2% / yr |
| Nov 18, 2024 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $150,000 | — |
| Oct 31, 2024 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | — | |
| Oct 28, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $172,500 | — |
| Oct 28, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $159,900 | — |
| Oct 14, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $172,500 | — |
| Oct 3, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $185,000 | — |
| Jun 16, 2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #273545898 | $65,000 | — |
| Jun 16, 2008 | Closed BRIGHT #1005705406 | $65,000 | — |
| Apr 22, 2008 | Pending BRIGHT #1005705406 | — | |
| Mar 12, 2008 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005705406 | $76,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2572088 | $324,900 |
| 01/06/2026 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | — |
| 12/22/2025 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | — |
| 12/08/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | $317,500 |
| 11/24/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | $319,900 |
| 11/07/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2557000 | $324,900 |
| 11/18/2024 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1547537258 | $150,000 +5.2% / yr |
| 11/18/2024 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $150,000 |
| 10/31/2024 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | — |
| 10/28/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $172,500 |
| 10/28/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $159,900 |
| 10/14/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $172,500 |
| 10/03/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2406094 | $185,000 |
| 06/16/2008 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #273545898 | $65,000 |
| 06/16/2008 | Closed BRIGHT #1005705406 | $65,000 |
| 04/22/2008 | Pending BRIGHT #1005705406 | — |
| 03/12/2008 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005705406 | $76,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1607 South Bancroft Street
Schools near 1607 South Bancroft Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Childs George W School PublicPK to 8 | ||
South Philadelphia High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Creative And Performing Arts Public9 to 12 | ||
Girard Academic Music Program (GAMP) Public5 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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