$329,000

For sale

1521 W••••• Shunk St (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Philadelphia, PA 19145

4Beds
2Baths
1,380Sq Ft Living
960Sq Ft Lot
1920Year Built

Property Description

**Price Improvement !!!** Welcome to 1521 W Shunk St, a spacious and well cared for South Philadelphia home set just one block off South Broad Street in the highly desirable Girard Estates/Melrose pocket, offering unmatched convenience and neighborhood appeal. This two story property features 4 bedrooms, providing the kind of flexible space for larger families, or work from home buyers truly need. The main level offers an inviting living and dining area with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light, leading into a generous kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and direct access to the rear yard and main floor laundry. A first floor half bath adds everyday practicality. Upstairs, all four bedrooms are well sized with great closet space, accompanied by a clean and functional full hall bath. A major upgrade was completed in July 2026 with the installation of brand new Central Air, delivering efficient cooling and year round comfort. The home also includes a large basement ready for storage or future finishing. With Broad Street transit, top neighborhood schools, parks, dining, and the Stadium District all within easy reach, this location offers the best of South Philly living. A rare opportunity to secure a move in ready home with exceptional space in one of the area's most sought after neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today !

Property Facts & Features

Property Type
Townhomes
Status
Active
Listed
Aug 2, 2026
Price per Sq Ft
$238/sqft
ZIP Code
19145
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Stories
2
Parking
On Street
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C
Construction
Masonry
Style
Traditional, Straight Thru
Property Tax (2026)
$2,437/yr
Assessed Value
$274,100
Last Sold
$205,000 · Oct 2, 2006
Neighborhood
South Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
School District
The School District of Philadelphia

Estimated Value

$331,500Range $272,200 to $399,800

Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.

Features & Amenities

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 Bathrooms: 1

Land Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0220386
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 960

Garage and Parking

  • Parking Features: On Street

School Information

  • School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY

Heating and Cooling

  • Cooling Features: Central A/C
  • Heating Features: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes

Other Property Info

  • Annual Tax Amount: 3979
  • Source Listing Status: Active
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Disclaimer: Standard
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property Subtype: townhouse
  • Source Neighborhood: MELROSE
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 4649
  • Subdivision: MELROSE
  • Township: PHILADELPHIA

Homeowners Association

  • Association: No
  • Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
  • Senior Community: No

Building and Construction

  • Total Square Feet Living: 1380
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1380
  • BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Levels: 2
  • Property Age: 106
  • Levels or Stories: 2
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Total Area Sqft: 1380
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Straight Thru

Location

Lat 39.91863 · Lng -75.17350