408 Monroe St
Description
Enter into an open 1st floor with...Warm and wonderful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a quiet, tree-lined Queen Village block—the perfect combination of a serene residential feel just steps from a popular commercial corridor (99 WalkScore!). Superb restaurants, shops, and services. Lovely character including exposed brick, high ceilings, and a rear patio that offers a quiet, courtyard atmosphere. Hardwood floors. Great light throughout. Central air. Ample storage. A+ Location. Meredith School Catchment.
Enter into an open 1st floor with living area and a small dining area plus a spacious kitchen with island and two-person breakfast bar. South facing glass doors open to a serene outdoor deck / patio in a quiet courtyard setting. You may ask whether you are in Paris or Queen Village. Either way, it is a beautiful spot.
Hardwood stairs lead up to the 2nd floor, which offers new wide plank wood flooring. The front bedroom has exposed brick, a nice closet, ceiling fan, and two large windows overlooking the lush trees of Monroe Street. The rear bedroom (or office or nursery) has exposed brick, a ceiling fan, and a south facing window. There is a modern full bath in the hallway.
A wall of frosted glass and a new solid wood door delineate the primary suite, which encompasses the entire 3rd floor—Exposed brick, high ceilings, wood floors, ceiling fan, and a large closet highlight this capacious space. Tons of light from the two large windows overlooking Monroe as well as the south-facing glass block and additional window featured in the open concept primary bath. The bath has a large frameless shower, Whirlpool tub, and large granite top vanity. Exposed bricks completes this tastefully eclectic style. If preferred, this bathroom can be readily converted to a more private concept with frosted glass along the stairs (and stair shower panel) to the ceiling along with a door. This 3rd floor simply offers superb space—whether as-is or transformed.
A dry basement offers washer & dryer, storage, and mechanicals.
408 Monroe is a bright and comfortable home with charm and a superb location—on a quiet, tree-lined block in the Meredith School Catchment.
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Property Details for 408 Monroe Street
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Property Details for 408 Monroe Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2530760 |
| Days on Market | 74 |
| Taxes | $6,670 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| Lot Size | 0.01 AC / 570 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.75% |
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Property Information for 408 Monroe Street
- School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- School District County ID: 300200397108
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: MEREDITH WILLIAM (PHILADELPHIA PA)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: MEREDITH WILLIAM (PHILADELPHIA PA)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19147 (19147)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Type of Condo
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Assessed Value: $476,500
- Year Assessed: 2025
- Improvement Assessed Value: $381,200
- Land Assessed Value: $95,300
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: O50
- Zoning: RM1
- Tax Lot: 296
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- Pets Allowed: No
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- Stories: Upper 1, Upper 2
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,350.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,350.00
- Total SQFT: 1,350.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Wall and Ceiling Types: High
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Basement Type: Full
- 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
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 15.00 x 38.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 888860
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Fireplace: No
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer
- Accessibility Features: None
- Laundry Type: Basement
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- 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: www.cityblockteam.com
Property History for 408 Monroe Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2530760 | $495,000 | — |
| Oct 17, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2530760 | $525,000 | — |
| May 21, 2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1466180741 | $450,000 | +3.2% / yr |
| Jan 31, 2016 | Expired BRIGHT #1007443616 | $450,000 | — |
| Aug 28, 2015 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007443616 | $475,000 | — |
| Aug 29, 2005 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000693427 | $419,900 | — |
| May 21, 2005 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000543571 | $445,000 | — |
| May 12, 2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000693427 | $419,900 | — |
| Dec 9, 2004 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000543571 | $450,000 | — |
| Jan 2, 2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #239682635 | $260,000 | — |
| Jun 1, 1997 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH528134 | $89,500 | — |
| Mar 13, 1995 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH528134 | $115,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2530760 | $495,000 |
| 10/17/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2530760 | $525,000 |
| 05/21/2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1466180741 | $450,000 +3.2% / yr |
| 01/31/2016 | Expired BRIGHT #1007443616 | $450,000 |
| 08/28/2015 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1007443616 | $475,000 |
| 08/29/2005 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000693427 | $419,900 |
| 05/21/2005 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000543571 | $445,000 |
| 05/12/2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000693427 | $419,900 |
| 12/09/2004 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000543571 | $450,000 |
| 01/02/2004 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #239682635 | $260,000 |
| 06/01/1997 | Expired BRIGHT #PAPH528134 | $89,500 |
| 03/13/1995 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH528134 | $115,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 408 Monroe Street
Schools near 408 Monroe Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| 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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