Welcome to 2012 Mercy St - a charming 3 bed, 1 bath home on a quiet, friendly street in the Point Breeze neighborhood of South Philly! This home is move-in ready and filled with modern amenities! When you enter the front door, you’re greeted by beautiful hardwood floors and an inviting, open concept layout. The living room is filled with light and has plenty of space for your sectional couch. The dining room is spacious, complete with a coat closet. Enter the kitchen to find beautiful granite countertops, plenty of cabinet space, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Through the kitchen is access to the back patio, with plenty of space for a grill, table, and lounge set! Head upstairs to find three bedrooms and a full bath. The front bedroom is spacious, light filled, and has a large bay window. The middle bedroom is cozy and quiet. The rear bedroom is perfect for a nursery, office, or guest space. The bathroom is roomy, with stylish floor and wall tiles and plenty of storage space. The unfinished basement is large and tall with plenty of space for storage. Have peace of mind with the new water heater and furnace! Washer, dryer, and utility sink round out the basement space. Everything in this beautiful home is well maintained and ready for new owners! If you’re looking for a walkable neighborhood with everything at your fingertips, 2012 Mercy has you covered. Walk around the corner to Snyder Ave, where you’ll find great food, drink, and shopping. Local favorites within walking distance include Brewery ARS, South Philly Tap Room, Cafe y Chocolate, Sit & Spin Records, and more! Run errands in a pinch at Quartermaster Plaza. Commuting is a breeze: 10 mins on foot to the Broad Street Line, multiple SEPTA stops nearby and a quick 5 minute drive to the I-76 on-ramp. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to live in a beautiful home in the heart of South Philly! Need a little cash assist to cover your closing costs? Seller is open to giving a cash credit for an acceptable offer!
Desired location in South Philadelphia. This cozy house is in a beautiful like new condition and ready for new owner to move in.
BRIGHT MLS #1008170650
Jul 5, 2017
Listing Removed
—
May 30, 2017
Listed
$199,000
$211/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 28, 2017
Sold
$85,000
$90/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008110598
Dec 27, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Dec 26, 2016
Listed
$100,000
$106/sq ft
TREND #5595091
Feb 19, 2010
Sold
$25,000
$27/sq ft
Sep 16, 2009
Listed
$49,000
$52/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005399254
Feb 19, 2010
Sold
$25,000
$27/sq ft
Jan 18, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Sep 16, 2009
Listed
$49,000
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 8, 1988
Sold
$28,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,945
$42,080 + $168,320
$210,400
2025
$2,945 (+6.4%)
$42,080 + $168,320
$210,400
2024
$2,769
$39,560 + $158,240
$197,800
2023
$2,769 (+127.9%)
$39,560 + $158,240
$197,800
2022
$1,215
$16,457 + $70,343
$86,800
2021
$1,215
$16,457 + $70,343
$86,800
2020
$1,215 (+7.6%)
$16,457 + $70,343
$86,800
2019
$1,130 (+30.0%)
$15,333 + $65,367
$80,700
2018
$869
$11,799 + $50,301
$62,100
2017
$869 (+4.3%)
$11,799 + $50,301
$62,100
2015
$833
$7,830 + $54,370
$62,200
2014
$833 (+10.5%)
$7,830 + $54,370
$62,200
2013
$754 (+3.6%)
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
2012
$727 (+3.9%)
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
2011
$700 (+9.9%)
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
2010
$637
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
Tax history for 2012 Mercy St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,945
$42,080 + $168,320
$210,400
2025
$2,945 (+6.4%)
$42,080 + $168,320
$210,400
2024
$2,769
$39,560 + $158,240
$197,800
2023
$2,769 (+127.9%)
$39,560 + $158,240
$197,800
2022
$1,215
$16,457 + $70,343
$86,800
2021
$1,215
$16,457 + $70,343
$86,800
2020
$1,215 (+7.6%)
$16,457 + $70,343
$86,800
2019
$1,130 (+30.0%)
$15,333 + $65,367
$80,700
2018
$869
$11,799 + $50,301
$62,100
2017
$869 (+4.3%)
$11,799 + $50,301
$62,100
2015
$833
$7,830 + $54,370
$62,200
2014
$833 (+10.5%)
$7,830 + $54,370
$62,200
2013
$754 (+3.6%)
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
2012
$727 (+3.9%)
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
2011
$700 (+9.9%)
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
2010
$637
$737 + $6,975
$7,712
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
47 ft.
Lot size
658 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
942
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
481126600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RM-1
/NIS
Residential Multi-Family-1 District
The RM, Residential Multi-Family districts are primarily intended to accommodate moderate- to high-density, multi-unit residential buildings in areas where such development already exists or where it is desired in the future. The Zoning Code includes four RM districts. These districts are differentiated primarily on the basis of allowed minimum lot area per unit and allowed building heights.
Zone overlays
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
On Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $70,343
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
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 47.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $16,457
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 942
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $548
School Tax: $667
Tax Assessed Value: $86,800
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $1,215
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
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: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 942
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 658 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 481126600
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Girard Stephen School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Universal Vare Charter School
Charter 5-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Universal Audenried Charter School
Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
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Climate risks
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
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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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$218,000 – $264,000
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