1608 N Dover St
Description
From the moment you enter the living room, you can feel the creative spirit in the air. Original hardwood floors span the entire home, and the lovingly restored staircase and spindles bring out the home's historical character. The open layout showcases exposed brick...This charming 1930s row home offers a truly unique living experience crafted with an artist's touch! Unlike any cookie-cutter house, this home radiates personality and warmth, perfect for those who seek a space that feels one-of-a-kind.
From the moment you enter the living room, you can feel the creative spirit in the air. Original hardwood floors span the entire home, and the lovingly restored staircase and spindles bring out the home's historical character. The open layout showcases exposed brick and an original stained glass door, adding to its distinctive charm.
The basement offers potential for additional finished space or storage, featuring high ceilings and a half bathroom. This home is filled with light and imbued with intentional touches all throughout.
Located in the vibrant Brewerytown neighborhood of Philadelphia, this home is surrounded by a mix of historic charm and modern amenities. With a Walk Score of 86, you'll find educational institutions like Kelley William D School and Vaux High School nearby, as well as a variety of cafes, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy the outdoor activities at Fairmount Park or take advantage of the area's good public transit options for easy travel throughout the city. This location truly combines urban convenience with a community-oriented lifestyle.
With so much this home has to offer, we hope that you will stop in to see the inspiration within. To claim this as your home, schedule your showings today!
Property Details for 1608 North Dover Street
Property Details for 1608 North Dover Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2564408 |
| Days on Market | 9 |
| Taxes | $2,610 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Lot Size | 0.02 AC / 823 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
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Building Information for 1608 North Dover Street
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Property Information for 1608 North Dover Street
- School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
- School District County ID: 803408593408
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19121 (19121)
- 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: $186,500
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $149,200
- City Town Tax: $1,148
- Land Assessed Value: $37,300
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: O30
- Zoning: RSA5
- Tax Lot: 76
- School Tax: $1,461
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
- Stories: Main
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,050.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,050.00
- Total SQFT: 1,050.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Basement Type: Other
- Foundation Details: Other
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 1
- # Bathrooms Half: 2
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 52.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 1079362
- Type Of Parking: None
- Fireplace: No
- Accessibility Features: None
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Type: Radiator
- 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 1608 North Dover Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2564408 | $245,000 | — |
| Jul 1, 2024 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAPH2358984 | — | |
| May 27, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2358984 | $259,900 | — |
| Feb 29, 2024 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — | |
| Jan 5, 2024 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — | |
| Dec 2, 2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — | |
| Nov 30, 2023 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — | |
| Nov 17, 2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | $259,500 | — |
| Oct 3, 2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | $269,999 | — |
| Aug 31, 2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | $290,000 | — |
| Aug 10, 2015 | Closed BRIGHT #1002649812 | $48,000 | — |
| Aug 6, 2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #555572818 | $46,500 | — |
| Jul 16, 2015 | Pending BRIGHT #1002649812 | — | |
| Jun 6, 2015 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002649812 | $37,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2564408 | $245,000 |
| 07/01/2024 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAPH2358984 | — |
| 05/27/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2358984 | $259,900 |
| 02/29/2024 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — |
| 01/05/2024 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — |
| 12/02/2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — |
| 11/30/2023 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | — |
| 11/17/2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | $259,500 |
| 10/03/2023 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | $269,999 |
| 08/31/2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2272844 | $290,000 |
| 08/10/2015 | Closed BRIGHT #1002649812 | $48,000 |
| 08/06/2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #555572818 | $46,500 |
| 07/16/2015 | Pending BRIGHT #1002649812 | — |
| 06/06/2015 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1002649812 | $37,500 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1608 North Dover Street
Schools near 1608 North Dover Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kelley William D School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Strawberry Mansion High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Widener Memorial School PublicK 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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