$334,900
1901 N••••• Palethorp St (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Philadelphia, PA 19122
Property Description
Discover this charming end-of-row townhouse in the desirable Olde/South Kensington neighborhood, featuring a major renovation completed in 2024. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home boasts a modern layout with a partially finished basement, perfect for additional living, maker, or creative space! Ideally located between vibrant Fishtown, Norris Square Park, and the thriving American Street corridor, this stylish home puts acclaimed restaurants, cafes, breweries, galleries, music venues, and everyday conveniences just moments away, including a neighborhood grocery store just one block from your door. Public transportation is within walking distance, providing easy access to Center City and beyond. The main floor features an open living and dining area with a convenient powder room that flows into the updated kitchen, creating a practical layout for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen opens to a private backyard that extends your living space outdoors, offering room for dining, gardening, relaxing, or gathering with friends. The backyard gate leads to a side alleyway with direct street access, adding everyday convenience and functionality. Upstairs, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully updated spa-like full bath featuring a soaking tub and rain shower. The finished basement provides valuable bonus space ideal for a home office, gym, media room, workshop, or creative maker studio, offering exceptional flexibility to fit a variety of lifestyles. Previously operated as a successful short-term rental, the property consistently earned 5-star guest reviews for its comfort, style, and convenient walkable location, making it an appealing opportunity for homeowners seeking a move-in-ready residence and investors looking for a property with demonstrated guest appeal. With updated interiors, flexible living spaces, private outdoor space, and easy access to some of Philadelphia's most vibrant neighborhoods, 1901 N. Palethorp Street offers the best of modern city living. Schedule your showing today and discover everything this exceptional home has to offer.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Townhomes
- Status
- Active
- Listed
- Oct 13, 2026
- Price per Sq Ft
- $249/sqft
- ZIP Code
- 19122
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Baths
- 1
- Stories
- 2
- Parking
- On Street
- Heating
- Baseboard Hot Water, Radiator, Heat Pump(S)
- Cooling
- Ductless/Mini Split, Central A/C
- Construction
- Masonry
- Style
- Straight Thru
- Property Tax (2026)
- $1,717/yr
- Assessed Value
- $222,700
- Last Sold
- $130,000 · May 6, 2022
- Neighborhood
- West Kensington
- County
- Philadelphia
- School District
- The School District of Philadelphia
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0157484
- Lot Size Square Feet: 686
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: On Street
School Information
- School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Ductless/Mini-Split, Central A/C
- Heating Features: Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiator, Heat Pump(s)
- Heating: Yes
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 2875
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Disclaimer: Standard
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: OLDE KENSINGTON
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2303
- Subdivision: OLDE KENSINGTON
- Township: PHILADELPHIA
Homeowners Association
- Association: No
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
- Senior Community: No
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1346
- Year Built: 1920
- Above Grade Finished Area: 954
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 392
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Levels: 2
- Property Age: 106
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Total Area Sqft: 1346
- Total Below Grade Area: 392
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
Location
Lat 39.97943 · Lng -75.13677