255 Queen St

Philadelphia, PA 19147

$575,000
Price
3
Beds
1,032 Sq. Ft.
$557 / Sq. Ft.
1,032
Sq. Ft.
$557
per Sq. Ft.
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Coming SoonOpen: 5/9 12:00PM - 02:00PM
Coming SoonOpen: 5/9 12:00PM - 02:00PM
Front Exterior w/Original Marble Front Steps
Charming Exterior The Blue Door on Left is Storage
One of the BEST Locations in Queen Village
Front Exterior Beautiful Brick Structure
Front Exterior Looking Towards 3rd St.

Description

Welcome to 255 Queen Street, a gem from 1806 nestled in the heart of Philadelphia's vibrant Queen Village neighborhood on one of the most desirable blocks between 2nd & 3rd. This three-story townhome is a blend of classic charm and modern comfort, offering a unique living experience that's hard to resist. As you approach the property, you are greeted by the original front limestone steps and an elegant arched doorway, inviting you into a home filled with natural light and stylish city living on all...Welcome to 255 Queen Street, a gem from 1806 nestled in the heart of Philadelphia's vibrant Queen Village neighborhood on one of the most desirable blocks between 2nd & 3rd. This three-story townhome is a blend of classic charm and modern comfort, offering a unique living experience that's hard to resist. As you approach the property, you are greeted by the original front limestone steps and an elegant arched doorway, inviting you into a home filled with natural light and stylish city living on all three levels. The beautiful hardwood flooring throughout the house adds a touch of warmth and elegance. The updated kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with sleek granite countertops, new stainless appliances, a convenient island, and a window perched above the sink, allowing for a flood of natural light. The built-in pantry and coat closet provide ample storage, while the radiant heated floors ensure comfort during the colder months. The living room, graced with high ceilings, is perfect for both entertaining and relaxation. A sliding door opens to a private rear patio, featuring a contemporary style horizontal plank fence. Here, you can relax and dine al-fresco, enjoying the tranquility of your own private outdoor space. The second-floor houses two bedrooms and a full bath, while the third floor suite offers the main bedroom, a studio/office area, and an additional full bath. Each level of the home offers newly added central ac, a unique living experience, catering to a variety of needs and preferences. But the appeal of this property extends beyond its walls. Located on a tree-lined street just steps away from Mario Lanza Park, this home is situated in a welcoming neighborhood bursting with eclectic restaurants, trendy shopping, art galleries, vintage boutiques and the nearby farmers market at Headhouse. Plus, the Delaware River Waterfront is easily accessible, offering a host of recreational activities. Experience the best of city living at 255 Queen Street, where history, modernity, and community come together in perfect harmony, with the added bonus of a Top Rated School District! Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming townhome your own. Look for additional photos on 5/6th.
  1. Listed by Cynthia A Shoemaker-Zerrer • Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Lambertville
    P: (609)-915-8399 cshoemakerzerrer@callawayhenderson.com

Property Details for 255 Queen Street

Tax ID Number
022063300
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No

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Property Details for 255 Queen Street

StatusComing Soon
MLS #PAPH2612800
Days on Market-
Taxes$5,778 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1806
Lot Size0.01 AC / 577 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County
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Building Information for 255 Queen Street

Stories3Residences-Year Built1806Lot Size0.01 AC / 577 SF

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Property Information for 255 Queen Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: WILLIAM M. MEREDITH SCHOOL (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: WILLIAM M. MEREDITH (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19147 (19147)
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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $412,800
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $330,300
  • City Town Tax: $2,542
  • Land Assessed Value: $82,500
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Zoning: RM1
  • Tax Lot: 110
  • School Tax: $3,235
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Dogs OK, Cats OK
Rooms
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Office, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Stories: Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Island, Countertop(s) - Granite
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
Room 3
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tub Shower
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
Room 8
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,032.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,032.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,032.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Main Entrance Orientation: East
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8048/5997/6650/804859976650_512_384_WM_pCJ9w7Emn-qK2lQh.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Solid Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Basement Type: Interior Access, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 41.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Parcel ID: 886918
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Parking Lot
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Accessibility Features: 36"+ wide Halls
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS

Property History for 255 Queen Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 30, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH1017126

$482,500—
Dec 27, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1486293289

$482,500

+3.2% / yr

Dec 5, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH1017126

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/30/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH1017126

$482,500
12/27/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1486293289

$482,500

+3.2% / yr

12/05/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH1017126

—

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Public Records for 255 Queen Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,379 ($365 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,032 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,032 SqFtStories3Lot Size577 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1992ZoningRM1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN02-2-0633-00

Schools near 255 Queen Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Meredith William M School
Public - K to 8
Furness Horace High School
Public - 9 to 12
Academy At Palumbo
Public - 9 to 12
Constitution High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Meredith William M School
PublicK to 8

Furness Horace High School
Public9 to 12

Academy At Palumbo
Public9 to 12

Constitution High School
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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More information about 255 Queen Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

255 Queen Street is a townhouse Coming Soon in Philadelphia, PA 19147. This property is currently priced at $575,000. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Meredith William M School, Furness Horace High School and Academy At Palumbo. 255 Queen Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,032 sqft townhouse built in 1806.

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