237 Lauriston St
Philadelphia, PA 19128

$284,900

Price

Beds

Baths

1,120 Sq. Ft.

$254 / Sq. Ft.

1,120

Sq. Ft.

$254

per Sq. Ft.

a view of staircase with white walls and a window

a kitchen with stainless steel appliances a refrigerator sink and cabinets

a view of a small space with wooden floor and a window

a view of an empty room with a chandelier fan

a bathroom with a toilet sink and mirror

Description

Discover a prime investment opportunity in the sought-after Wissahickon neighborhood! This traditional end-of-row townhouse, built in 1960, offers a solid masonry structure with a full basement featuring a walkout entrance-perfect for future expansion or rental potential. With 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this property is well-suited for both long-term tenants and short-term rentals. The compact 0.05-acre lot ensures low maintenance, while on-street parking adds convenience for residents. Located...Discover a prime investment opportunity in the sought-after Wissahickon neighborhood! This traditional end-of-row townhouse, built in 1960, offers a solid masonry structure with a full basement featuring a walkout entrance-perfect for future expansion or rental potential. With 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this property is well-suited for both long-term tenants and short-term rentals. The compact 0.05-acre lot ensures low maintenance, while on-street parking adds convenience for residents. Located less than a mile from bus and commuter rail stations, this home provides excellent accessibility, enhancing its rental appeal. Investors will appreciate the potential for value appreciation in this vibrant community. The unfinished basement presents an opportunity for additional living space or storage, increasing overall property value. Don't miss out on this chance to secure a property with strong rental demand and growth potential! House being sold "As-Is".

Property Details for 237 Lauriston Street

Tax ID Number

213064845

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

End of Row/Townhouse

Style

Traditional

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

LISTING UPDATED: 11/28/2025 10:46 PM

Property Details for 237 Lauriston Street

Status	Active
MLS #	PAPH2558020
Days on Market	37
Taxes	$4,196 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Townhouse
MLS Type	Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built	1960
Lot Size	0.05 AC / 2,178 SF
County	Philadelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 237 Lauriston Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1960Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,178 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,757 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,408

Property Taxes

$350

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 237 Lauriston Street

Location

Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

School District County ID: 300200397108
County: PHILADELPHIA
MLS Area: 19128 (19128)

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

Property Manager Y/N: No
Senior Community: No

Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2025
Tax Assessed Value: $299,800

County Tax: $0
Improvement Assessed Value: $239,840
Land Assessed Value: $59,960
Zoning: RSA5
Tax Lot: 84
School Tax: $2,350
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
# Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0

All Lower Levels

# Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
# Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 2

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 3

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 4

Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 5

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 6

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 7

Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 8

Room Type: Basement
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 9

Room Type: Half Bath
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 10

Room Type: Laundry
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 1,120.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Total SQFT: 1,120.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Masonry
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8043/0819/4208/804308194208_512_384_WM_GxIH3yjl1NVcs0pu.jpg
Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Unfinished, Walkout Level
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 1
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Estimated
Parcel ID: 1005013

Parking

Type Of Parking: On Street

Interior Features

Fireplace: No
Accessibility Features: None

Laundry Type: Basement

Exterior Features

Spa: No
Pool: No Pool

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating Type: Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Service: 100 Amp Service

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
List Agent URL: https://thejonesgroup.vrarealty.com/

Property History for 237 Lauriston Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Nov 14, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2558020	$284,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
11/14/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2558020	$284,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 237 Lauriston Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$2,797 ($233 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,239 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1960ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN21-3-0648-45

Schools near 237 Lauriston Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Cook-Wissahickon School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	0.1 mi
1/10	Roxborough High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.4 mi
NR	Widener Memorial School	Public - Choice school	K to 12	3.3 mi
5/10	Middle Years Alternative School	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	3.9 mi
6/10	Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	13.0 mi
3/10	Swenson Arts & Technology High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	11.3 mi
NR	Y.A.L.E. School Philadelphia	Private - Nearby school	1 to 8	0.8 mi
NR	St Bridget Elementary School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.9 mi
NR	St. John the Baptist School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Cook-Wissahickon School PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	0.1 mi
1/10	Roxborough High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.4 mi
NR	Widener Memorial School PublicK to 12 Choice school	3.3 mi
5/10	Middle Years Alternative School Public6 to 8 Choice school	3.9 mi
6/10	Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush Public9 to 12 Nearby school	13.0 mi
3/10	Swenson Arts & Technology High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	11.3 mi
NR	Y.A.L.E. School Philadelphia Private1 to 8 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	St Bridget Elementary School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.9 mi
NR	St. John the Baptist School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.8 mi

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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237 Lauriston Street is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19128. This property was listed for sale on November 14, 2025 by VRA Realty, it's currently listed at $284,900. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Cook-Wissahickon School, Roxborough High School and Widener Memorial School. 237 Lauriston Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,120 sqft townhouse built in 1960.

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