Welcome to this move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath porch-front home on a tree-lined block in University City—just minutes from the charm of Clark Park and the vibrant energy of Baltimore Avenue. Step inside to a bright and spacious open-concept living and dining area featuring recessed lighting and a cozy gas fireplace. The renovated eat-in kitchen offers generous cabinetry, ample counter space, stainless steel appliances, and direct access to the fenced rear yard—plus a delightful back staircase leading to the second floor. Upstairs, you’ll find a large primary bedroom with a bay window, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath with a shower/tub combo. Thoughtful upgrades include newer windows, a replaced skylight, updated plumbing and electrical systems, a 2021 roof, gas hot water heater, ceiling fans throughout, and energy-saving solar panels (no lease!). Additional highlights include a full basement with washer and dryer. This prime location is close to the T3 trolley, 49th Street Regional Rail station (Media/Wawa Line), Kingsessing Rec Center (undergoing a major renovation), Free Library branch, and popular local breweries. This home blends comfort, character, and convenience—don’t miss the chance to make it yours!
TownhomeProperty Type
1920Year Built
1,552 sq ftLot Size
$174Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sam Franklin• Keller Williams Main Line
•610-520-0100 (broker)
•info@mainlinekw.com (broker)
Bought with Melissa LeGaspi• Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
Located in the University City neighborhood just a few blocks from Clark Park, this beautifully renovated 3 Bedroom, 1-1/2 Bath, porch front home is perfect for the growing family as well as for entertaining. Large Living Room/Dining Area has dramatic recessed and indirect lighting and gas fireplace. The eat-in Kitchen has all new cabinetry, counters and appliances. There is a charming back staircase from the Kitchen to the second floor. Upstairs is a large master Bedroom with bay window and two additional Bedrooms. There are all new windows, new skylight, updated plumbing and electrical, all new wood floors, new HVAC, ceiling fans throughout and new gas hot water heater. There is a large, fenced rear yard and a full basement.
BRIGHT MLS #1009414118
May 22, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Dec 16, 2011
Listed
$139,900
$84/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009342916
Nov 11, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2011
Listed
$139,900
$84/sq ft
TREND #5528328
Jun 15, 2009
Sold
$20,000
$12/sq ft
May 7, 2009
Listed
$24,900
$15/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005249200
Jun 15, 2009
Sold
$20,000
$12/sq ft
May 21, 2009
Listing Removed
—
May 7, 2009
Listed
$24,900
$15/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 2005
Sold
$20,000
$12/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH267976
Jun 1, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Jan 25, 2002
Listed
$20,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,089
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2025
$3,089 (+22.4%)
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2024
$2,524
$36,060 + $144,240
$180,300
2023
$2,524 (+57.9%)
$36,060 + $144,240
$180,300
2022
$1,599
$17,130 + $97,070
$114,200
2021
$1,599
$17,130 + $97,070
$114,200
2020
$1,599 (+8.3%)
$17,130 + $97,070
$114,200
2019
$1,475 (+9.9%)
$15,810 + $89,590
$105,400
2018
$1,342
$14,385 + $81,515
$95,900
2017
$1,342 (+383.8%)
$14,385 + $81,515
$95,900
2015
$277 (+0.1%)
$7,602 + $13,098
$20,700
2014
$277 (−66.7%)
$7,602 + $13,098
$20,700
2013
$832 (+3.6%)
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
2012
$803 (+3.9%)
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
2011
$773 (+9.9%)
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
2010
$703
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
Tax history for 1135 S Divinity St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,089
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2025
$3,089 (+22.4%)
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2024
$2,524
$36,060 + $144,240
$180,300
2023
$2,524 (+57.9%)
$36,060 + $144,240
$180,300
2022
$1,599
$17,130 + $97,070
$114,200
2021
$1,599
$17,130 + $97,070
$114,200
2020
$1,599 (+8.3%)
$17,130 + $97,070
$114,200
2019
$1,475 (+9.9%)
$15,810 + $89,590
$105,400
2018
$1,342
$14,385 + $81,515
$95,900
2017
$1,342 (+383.8%)
$14,385 + $81,515
$95,900
2015
$277 (+0.1%)
$7,602 + $13,098
$20,700
2014
$277 (−66.7%)
$7,602 + $13,098
$20,700
2013
$832 (+3.6%)
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
2012
$803 (+3.9%)
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
2011
$773 (+9.9%)
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
2010
$703
$1,418 + $7,094
$8,512
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
16 ft.
Lot depth
99 ft.
Lot size
1,552 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,670
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
511171400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
RSA-5
Residential Single-Family Attached-5
The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Feb 24, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Install a solar array in accordance with standard specifications.
Addition
Remodel
Dec 24, 2021 • Final
Plumbing
Replace a gas water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $176,560
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Property Green Features
Energy Generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned
Remarks: Solar Panels are owned and paid off.
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 99.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $44,140
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,670
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,359
School Tax: $1,730
Tax Assessed Value: $220,700
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $3,089
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Chester Ave
Directions: Springfield Ave to South Divinity Street
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,670
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,552 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 511171400
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
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Schools
Comegys Benjamin B School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Bartram John - Main
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$277,000 – $335,000
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