About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouse at 437 S 50TH Street in Philadelphia, PA is listed for $549,000 ($206 per sqft). Built in 1925, the home offers 2,670 sqft of living space on a 0.04 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1925
  • 0.04 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
3 full, 1 half
1925

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

Home Sweet Home! Gorgeously and professionally renovated 4BR, 3.5BA home in the LEA SCHOOL CATCHMENT with front and rear garden space, finished lower level, 2nd floor ensuite, and 10-YEAR TAX ABATEMENT. Here you get the best of both worlds-old world construction in beloved GARDEN COURT with modern design, updates, and amenities to maximize style and comfort.

Enjoy garden views, an open porch and a bright and airy entry with custom built-ins and a cozy fireplace to welcome you home. A smartly placed closet helps keep things tidy before moving into an open concept dining room and fully loaded kitchen, boasting quartz countertops, high-end finishes, island, and stainless steel appliances, which will make cooking and entertaining a breeze.

Access a convenient powder room toward the back, then enjoy a spacious backyard with plenty of room to relax or entertain. The backyard space includes a breezeway, perfect for storing bicycles and gardening gear. Bonus - There is also clear alleyway access for your bikes, so you don't have to take them through the house.

Upstairs is home to four bedrooms, each with excellent natural light and space. The main bedroom features direct access to a private bathroom with sleek finishes, dual vanity, frameless glass stall shower. Another full bathroom with a soaking tub completes this level.

In the finished basement you will find a full bathroom and more living area, making the space ideal as a 5th bedroom or for extended entertaining, workout space, and additional storage. There's also a separate laundry room where a full-sized washer/dryer will be installed prior to closing.

This lovely home is loaded with modern amenities: new windows, floors; all new upgraded systems including CENTRAL AIR with a 10-year warranty; NEW ROOF with a 10-year warranty, updated electric; and situated on a neighborly block. Close to Clark Park and its fabulous year round Farmers Market, Malcolm X Park with its wonderful playground and commun

ity events, easy walking distance to an array of great restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, the University City Swim Club, Mariposa Food Co-op, and a 12 minute walk to the Lea School - one of Penn's partner schools where they have committed 4 million dollars along with additional resources to help it thrive.

Near HUP, CHOP, Penn, Drexel, Jefferson, Cobbs Creek Nature Center, walking trails, ice and skating rink, golf course, and easy commute to Center City by car or bike with plenty of convenient trolley and bus options. A triumph! Welcome Home!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,936/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$397
Interest$2,379
Insurance$160

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

437 S 50TH Street

Philadelphia, PA 19143

UNIVERSITY CITY

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Combination Kitchen/DiningCombination Dining/LivingFloor Plan - OpenKitchen - IslandRecessed LightingUpgraded Countertops

Property Details

Construction

Brick

Parking

On Street

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

StoveRefrigeratorMicrowaveDishwasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouse at 437 S 50TH Street is listed at $549,000 ($206/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,936 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1925, 0.04 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open.

This property is listed by Carrie S Waterman and can be reached at 2672698550.

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Carrie S Waterman

Agent at Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

(267) 269-8550

Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC · View on Broker Site

MLS# PAPH2650282· Source: listhub· 1 day on market

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437 S 50TH Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143

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