$599,999
1543 E••••• Berks St (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Philadelphia, PA 19125
Property Description
Welcome to 1543 E. Berks Street, where classic Fishtown charm meets modern comfort! Located in the heart of one of Philadelphia's most vibrant neighborhoods, this beautifully maintained, three-story brick-front rowhome offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 oversized full bathrooms, and 2 private outdoor terraces with fantastic city views. Step inside to a bright and inviting main level featuring beautiful hardwood floors, fresh paint, and an open layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen boasts brand-new quartz countertops, a stylish backsplash, ample cabinetry, and plenty of space to gather. The second and third floors feature brand-new carpeting, generously sized bedrooms, and two exceptionally spacious full bathrooms with oversized soaking tubs and attractive tile finishes. Enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day on either of the two private rear terraces overlooking the city skyline. The clean, dry, unfinished basement provides a dedicated laundry area and plenty of additional storage space. Just steps from Fishtown's popular restaurants, cafes, breweries, shops, and entertainment, with convenient access to public transportation, major highways, and Center City Philadelphia. Freshly painted, thoughtfully updated, and move-in ready, this home offers the perfect combination of space, character, and location. Schedule your private showing today!
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Townhomes
- Status
- Active
- Listed
- Oct 22, 2026
- Price per Sq Ft
- $303/sqft
- ZIP Code
- 19125
- Full Baths
- 2
- Stories
- 3
- Parking
- On Street
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Cooling
- Central A/C
- Construction
- Masonry
- Style
- Straight Thru, Traditional
- Property Tax (2026)
- $6,002/yr
- Assessed Value
- $528,800
- Last Sold
- $140,000 · Sep 6, 2006
- Neighborhood
- Fishtown
- County
- Philadelphia
- School District
- The School District of Philadelphia
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0179063
- Lot Size Square Feet: 780
Appliances
- Built-In Range
- Cooktop
Home Features
- View: City
Interior Features
- Kitchen - Eat-In
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: On Street
School Information
- Middle School: AMY 5 @ JAMES MARTIN
- School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central A/C
- Heating Features: Hot Water
- Heating: Yes
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 7053
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Disclaimer: Standard, ProbateListing
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: FISHTOWN
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2827
- Subdivision: FISHTOWN
- Township: PHILADELPHIA
Homeowners Association
- Association: No
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
- Pet Description: No Pet Restrictions
- Senior Community: No
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1980
- Year Built: 1925
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1980
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Levels: 3
- Property Age: 101
- Levels or Stories: 3
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Total Area Sqft: 1980
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru, Traditional
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2026 | Listed | $599,999 | $303 |
| Feb 7, 2012 | Listing removed | $189,000 | $134 |
| Aug 30, 2006 | Sold | $140,000 | $99 |
| May 23, 2006 | Listed | $140,000 | $99 |
| Feb 20, 2006 | Listed | $189,000 | $134 |
| Dec 30, 1991 | Sold | $53,500 | $27 |
Property Tax History
| Year | Tax | Assessed | Land | Building | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,002 | $528,800 | $105,760 | $423,040 | $528,800 |
| 2025 | $7,402 | $528,800 | $105,760 | $423,040 | $528,800 |
| 2024 | $6,248 | $446,400 | $89,280 | $357,120 | $446,400 |
| 2023 | $6,248 | $446,400 | $89,280 | $357,120 | $446,400 |
| 2022 | $6,006 | $429,100 | $122,293 | $306,807 | $429,100 |
| 2021 | $6,006 | $429,100 | $122,293 | $306,807 | $429,100 |
| 2020 | $6,006 | $429,100 | $122,293 | $306,807 | $429,100 |
| 2019 | $5,574 | $398,200 | $113,487 | $284,713 | $398,200 |
| 2018 | $3,717 | $265,600 | $75,696 | $189,904 | $265,600 |
| 2017 | $3,717 | $265,600 | $75,696 | $189,904 | $265,600 |
| 2016 | $3,297 | $265,600 | $13,182 | $252,418 | $265,600 |
| 2015 | $3,559 | $265,600 | $13,182 | $252,418 | $265,600 |
Nearby Schools
- Penn Treaty Middle School0.3 mi
Public · Middle, High · Grades 6-12
- Adaire Alexander School0.3 mi
Public · Elementary, Middle · Grades K-8
- St Laurentius School0.1 mi
Private · Elementary, Middle · Grades PK-8
Comparable Homes Nearby
2 bd · 3 ba · 2,124 sqft
701 Be••••• St, 19125For Sale · 0.1 mi away4 bd · 2 ba · 2,600 sqft
2022 Tr••••• Ave, 19125For Sale · 0.3 mi away3 bd · 2 ba · 1,695 sqft
1306 E••••• Berks St, 19125For Sale · 0.2 mi away3 bd · 3 ba · 2,050 sqft
2211 E••••• Gordon St, 19125For Sale · 0.2 mi away4 bd · 3 ba · 2,013 sqft
2034 Tr••••• Ave, 19125For Sale · 0.3 mi away3 bd · 3 ba · 1,656 sqft
211 Me••••• St, 19125For Sale · 0.5 mi away2 bd · 2 ba · 2,826 sqft
1217 E••••• Fletcher St, 19125For Sale · 0.4 mi away3 bd · 3 ba · 1,680 sqft
133 W••••• Norris St, 19122For Sale · 0.4 mi awayLocation
Lat 39.97668 · Lng -75.12856