1,254 Sq. Ft.
$120 / Sq. Ft.
1,254
Sq. Ft.
$120
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Situated in the heart of Mantua, just a few blocks from Drexel University, Penn, and the Philadelphia Zoo, 826 Union Street presents a unique opportunity for investors, house hackers, or multigenerational households. Although currently configured as a duplex, this end-of-row property is zoned single-family and offers flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The first-floor unit includes one bedroom and one full bathroom, along with exclusive access to a full unfinished basement—perfect for...Situated in the heart of Mantua, just a few blocks from Drexel University, Penn, and the Philadelphia Zoo, 826 Union Street presents a unique opportunity for investors, house hackers, or multigenerational households. Although currently configured as a duplex, this end-of-row property is zoned single-family and offers flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The first-floor unit includes one bedroom and one full bathroom, along with exclusive access to a full unfinished basement—perfect for storage, a workshop, or future finishing potential. The upper unit features two bedrooms and one full bathroom, along with access to a private rear deck ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Both units are separately metered and equipped with their own laundry hookups, providing true autonomy. Located on a quiet street near several green spaces, public transit, and key institutions, this home is just minutes from the Art Museum, Schuylkill River Trail, and Center City. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other or convert it back to a spacious single-family residence, this property delivers versatility, value, and location.
  1. Listed by Christopher B Nelson • Genstone Realty
    P: (484)-576-7430 iknowreo@gmail.com

Property Details for 826 Union Street

Tax ID Number
243154300
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Other
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/04/2026 01:58 PM

Property Details for 826 Union Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2549350
Days on Market139
Taxes$1,819 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,021 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 826 Union Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1925Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,021 SF

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Property Information for 826 Union Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19104 (19104)
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: $130,000
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $104,000
  • City Town Tax: $800
  • Land Assessed Value: $26,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 304
  • School Tax: $1,019
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,254.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 64.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1029677
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 826 Union Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 4, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$149,900
Jan 2, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$164,900
Nov 24, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$179,900
Oct 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$189,900
Nov 1, 2024

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

Nov 1, 2024

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

Oct 8, 2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

$230,000
Oct 8, 2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

$230,000
Jul 18, 2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

$240,000
Jul 18, 2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

$240,000
Apr 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

$250,000
Apr 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

$250,000
Feb 12, 2024

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

Jan 9, 2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$299,800
Aug 31, 2023

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$285,000
Aug 31, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

May 18, 2023

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

May 10, 2023

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$335,000
Apr 14, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$340,000
Sep 2, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1498246860

$110,000

+13.6% / yr

Dec 31, 2020

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

Dec 11, 2020

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

Oct 9, 2020

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

$68,995
Jul 6, 2020

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

$69,995
May 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

$80,000
Oct 18, 2013

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009722056

$49,900
Sep 9, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #368820879

$35,000
May 20, 2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009722056

$69,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/04/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$149,900
01/02/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$164,900
11/24/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$179,900
10/17/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2549350

$189,900
11/01/2024

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

11/01/2024

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

10/08/2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

$230,000
10/08/2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

$230,000
07/18/2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

$240,000
07/18/2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

$240,000
04/30/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2349286

$250,000
04/30/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2349284

$250,000
02/12/2024

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

01/09/2024

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$299,800
08/31/2023

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$285,000
08/31/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

05/18/2023

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

05/10/2023

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$335,000
04/14/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2224502

$340,000
09/02/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1498246860

$110,000

+13.6% / yr

12/31/2020

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

12/11/2020

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

10/09/2020

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

$68,995
07/06/2020

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

$69,995
05/13/2020

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH894626

$80,000
10/18/2013

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009722056

$49,900
09/09/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #368820879

$35,000
05/20/2013

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009722056

$69,000

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Public Records for 826 Union Street

Taxable ValueLand$26,000Additions$104,000Total$130,000
Tax Record2025$1,820 ($152 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,254 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,254 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,021 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1925ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN24-3-1543-00

Schools near 826 Union Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

West Philadelphia High School
Public9 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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826 Union Street is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19104. This property was listed for sale on October 17, 2025 by Genstone Realty, it's currently listed at $149,900. It has been on the market for a total of 139 days and was last sold on September 2, 2022. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Widener Memorial School, West Philadelphia High School and Middle Years Alternative School. 826 Union Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,254 sqft townhouse built in 1925.

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