Corner property with GARAGE PARKING! This property is located within walking distance to coffee shops, bars, restaurants, as well as Center City and public transportation. The building was rehabbed 7 years ago, including new electric, plumbing, AC and heating systems. Basement was fully waterproofed with French drains in 2016. Stucco on second floor of the property was removed and replaced with siding and windows reframed. This property has hardwood floors throughout, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, plenty of closets, large bedrooms, high ceilings, and tons of light. Unit 1 is currently rented at $1500/month. The lease expires 12/31/21 at which point it will go month to month with a 60 day notice to vacate. This unit is spread on two floors. The main level features an open kitchen, spacious bedroom with a walk-in closet, and full bathroom with a shower/tub combo. The lower level has a very large bedroom, another full bathroom, a bonus room and a laundry area. Unit 2 is currently rented at $1400/month. The lease expires 12/31/21 at which point it will go month to month with a 60 day notice to vacate. This unit has an open kitchen that leads to the living room with plenty of natural light. Down the hall to two large bedrooms with very spacious closets and a full bathroom. Completing this unit is a powder room and a washer/dryer. The garage is currently vacant- think additional income! Please allow 24 hours for showings and be mindful of the tenants when in the property.
Amazing LEGAL DUPLEX on the Newbold section of south Philadelphia. Walking distance to Center and all major public transportation. Corner Property. The entire building has been rehabbed. New Electric, new plumbing, new AC and Heather Systems, Hardwood floors T/O. stainless steal appliances, granite counter tops, plenty of closets, large rooms, high ceilings, intercom, ONE CAR GARAGE. First unit displays two floors. On main floor you will find an open kitchen spacious bedroom with a walking closet and a full three piece bathroom with tub. Lower level has a very large bedroom with a three piece bathroom, extra room that could be used for entertainment, and laundry room. 2nd unit has an open kitchen with all amenities as well, that leads to the living room with plenty of natural light . This unit displays two very large bedrooms with very spacious closets and one a half bathrooms. This unit also displays a washer and dryer.
Public Records
Dec 16, 2013
Sold
$157,900
$76/sq ft
TREND #6296023
Dec 13, 2013
Sold
$157,500
$76/sq ft
Dec 5, 2013
Pending
—
Oct 18, 2013
Listed
$175,000
$85/sq ft
TREND #6296022
Dec 13, 2013
Sold
$157,500
$76/sq ft
Dec 5, 2013
Pending
—
Oct 18, 2013
Listed
$175,000
$85/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003624368
Dec 13, 2013
Sold
$157,500
$76/sq ft
Nov 20, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2013
Listed
$175,000
$85/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003624382
Dec 13, 2013
Sold
$157,500
$76/sq ft
Nov 20, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2013
Listed
$175,000
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,547
$93,540 + $374,160
$467,700
2025
$6,547 (+30.7%)
$93,540 + $374,160
$467,700
2024
$5,010
$71,580 + $286,320
$357,900
2023
$5,010 (+38.3%)
$71,580 + $286,320
$357,900
2022
$3,621
$47,899 + $210,801
$258,700
2021
$3,621
$47,899 + $210,801
$258,700
2020
$3,621 (−21.6%)
$47,899 + $210,801
$258,700
2019
$4,619 (+65.7%)
$61,100 + $268,900
$330,000
2018
$2,788
$36,902 + $162,298
$199,200
2017
$2,788 (+49.4%)
$36,902 + $162,298
$199,200
2015
$1,867
$11,776 + $127,524
$139,300
2014
$1,866 (+314.4%)
$11,776 + $127,524
$139,300
2013
$450 (+3.6%)
$2,424 + $2,184
$4,608
2012
$435 (+3.9%)
$2,424 + $2,184
$4,608
2011
$419
$2,424 + $2,184
$4,608
Tax history for 1738 Reed St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,547
$93,540 + $374,160
$467,700
2025
$6,547 (+30.7%)
$93,540 + $374,160
$467,700
2024
$5,010
$71,580 + $286,320
$357,900
2023
$5,010 (+38.3%)
$71,580 + $286,320
$357,900
2022
$3,621
$47,899 + $210,801
$258,700
2021
$3,621
$47,899 + $210,801
$258,700
2020
$3,621 (−21.6%)
$47,899 + $210,801
$258,700
2019
$4,619 (+65.7%)
$61,100 + $268,900
$330,000
2018
$2,788
$36,902 + $162,298
$199,200
2017
$2,788 (+49.4%)
$36,902 + $162,298
$199,200
2015
$1,867
$11,776 + $127,524
$139,300
2014
$1,866 (+314.4%)
$11,776 + $127,524
$139,300
2013
$450 (+3.6%)
$2,424 + $2,184
$4,608
2012
$435 (+3.9%)
$2,424 + $2,184
$4,608
2011
$419
$2,424 + $2,184
$4,608
*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
3
Stories
2
Lot width
18 ft.
Lot depth
57 ft.
Lot size
1,026 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,052
Year built
1925
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
365357600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-5
/NIS
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.
Zone overlays
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Oct 23, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Install a backflow prevention device.
Plumbing
Jul 18, 2011 • Final
Bp_mech
Install new direct vent warm air furnaces with air conditioning and related ductwork.
HVAC
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
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage
Interior
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $127,524
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
# of Units (Total): 2
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade
Roof: Flat
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $11,776
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,070
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $139,300
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $1,867
Rental Information
Total Actual Rent: $36,000
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Multi Unit Information
# of Two Bedroom Units: 2
# of Units Leased: 2
Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: 18TH
Directions: on the corner
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,052
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,026 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 365357600
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
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Schools
Childs George W School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
South Philadelphia High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
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Climate risks
3/10 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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$482,000 – $583,000
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