About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhouse at 3952 MELON Street in Philadelphia, PA is listed for $257,000 ($220 per sqft). Built in 1925, the home offers 1,170 sqft of living space on a 0.03 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1925
  • 0.03 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
1 full, 1 half
1925

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

Welcome to Mantua in West Philadelphia-urban living with a neighborhood feel. Located on a tree lined block, this move in ready interior brick rowhome has been thoughtfully maintained and offers an open, updated layout with pride of ownership throughout.

The bright first floor features newer hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a seamless flow between the living and dining areas. A convenient half bath sits just off the dining room. The modern eat in kitchen includes contemporary cabinetry, stone countertops, tile flooring, and access to a rear deck-ideal for everyday living and entertaining.

The kitchen also provides easy access to a clean, dry basement offering excellent storage or workspace potential. The second floor includes two carpeted bedrooms with built in closets and a spacious full bathroom with laundry. The basement has been upgraded with a French drain system leading to a new sump pit and houses the forced air system and water heater.

Additional updates over the years include updated windows, newer hot water heater, and a newer roof. Ideally situated near public transportation (31, 40, 41, and 43 bus routes, T1 trolley, and 30th Street Station), the home is minutes from the Lancaster Avenue corridor, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and within one mile of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University.

With its solid condition, functional layout, and desirable location, this property offers both comfortable owner occupancy and long term investment potential. Schedule your showing today.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,374/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$186
Interest$1,114
Insurance$75

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3952 MELON Street

Philadelphia, PA 19104

MANTUA

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Floor Plan - OpenKitchen - Eat-InRecessed LightingUpgraded CountertopsWood Floors

Property Details

Construction

Masonry

Parking

On Street

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Built-In MicrowaveDishwasherOven/Range - GasRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhouse at 3952 MELON Street is listed at $257,000 ($220/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,375 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1925, 0.03 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting.

This property is listed by Michael F Dixon.

MD

Michael F Dixon

License RS342547

Agent at Coldwell Banker Preferred

Listed by Coldwell Banker Preferred · Broker phone: (215) 654-9494 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# PAPH2595516· Source: Bright MLS· 214 days on PropertySimple

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3952 MELON Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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