* * GREAT CONDITION KENSINGTON HOME READY TO MOVE RIGHT IN * * If you are seeking a quality home for an affordable price, look no further. This 3 bed/1 bath rowhome checks all the boxes. Enter the spacious living room with LVP flooring, new wide slat blinds and a beautiful decorative fireplace. Separating the living and dining area is a lovely arched entryway adding to the charm and character. The kitchen is eat in, spacious and has solid countertops and cabinetry. Beyond the kitchen is a good sized clean paved patio ready for your grill, table, chairs and plants. The 2nd floor has 3 true sized bedrooms and a full modern hallway bath with new vanity and shower/tub combo. Finishing off the home is a nice clean painted basement with washer/dryer combo unit and a new upgraded electrical panel. Schedule your showing today or call for a private tour!
TownhomeProperty Type
1920Year Built
728 sq ftLot Size
$116Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Michael Cohen• KW Empower
•215-627-3500 (broker)
•irene@kwempower.com (broker)
Listed by Emily Mishoe• KW Empower
•215-627-3500 (broker)
•irene@kwempower.com (broker)
Bought with Bonnie Weston• People Centric Real Estate
Welcome to this updated row home nestled in Kensington section of Philadelphia. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath interior row home with an open floor plan seamlessly connects the living room to the modern kitchen, which has been thoughtfully designed with sleek cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a tasteful backsplash. The updated bathroom showcases contemporary fixtures and finishes. The property features three well-sized bedrooms, each offering a comfortable and private space for rest and relaxation. The home also includes a small outdoor area, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. Basement is dry and unfinished for all your storage needs. This property will need TLC to bring it back to it's glory so please bring an open mind
RENT. #1
Feb 3, 2022
Price Changed
$575
$1/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 13, 2019
Sold
$209,474
$187/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH722014
May 10, 2019
Sold
$35,000
$31/sq ft
Mar 13, 2019
Pending
—
Mar 1, 2019
Price Changed
$52,000
$46/sq ft
Mar 1, 2019
Listed
$54,000
$48/sq ft
+3
This is a 3 bedroom home with open floor plan for living room and dining room, eat I kitchen, 3 nice size bedrooms, full basement great for storage nice size yard. Currently has tenants paying $700 month rent.
BRIGHT MLS #1003283569
Jul 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 5, 2018
Relisted
—
Apr 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Sep 29, 2017
Listed
$58,770
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 29, 2006
Sold
$64,000
$57/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH168776
Jan 13, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 4, 2006
Listed
$64,000
$57/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000554581
Jan 5, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Dec 24, 2005
Listed
$69,900
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,004
$14,300 + $57,400
$71,700
2025
$1,004 (+17.2%)
$14,300 + $57,400
$71,700
2024
$857
$12,240 + $48,960
$61,200
2023
$857 (+200.0%)
$12,240 + $48,960
$61,200
2022
$286
$5,119 + $15,281
$20,400
2021
$286
$5,119 + $15,281
$20,400
2020
$286 (−23.6%)
$5,119 + $15,281
$20,400
2019
$374 (−47.0%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2018
$706
$12,701 + $37,699
$50,400
2017
$705 (+4.4%)
$12,701 + $37,699
$50,400
2015
$675
$3,130 + $47,270
$50,400
2014
$675 (+51.0%)
$3,130 + $47,270
$50,400
2013
$447 (+3.6%)
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
2012
$432 (+3.9%)
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
2011
$416 (+9.9%)
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
2010
$378
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
Tax history for 3053 Rorer St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,004
$14,300 + $57,400
$71,700
2025
$1,004 (+17.2%)
$14,300 + $57,400
$71,700
2024
$857
$12,240 + $48,960
$61,200
2023
$857 (+200.0%)
$12,240 + $48,960
$61,200
2022
$286
$5,119 + $15,281
$20,400
2021
$286
$5,119 + $15,281
$20,400
2020
$286 (−23.6%)
$5,119 + $15,281
$20,400
2019
$374 (−47.0%)
$6,700 + $20,000
$26,700
2018
$706
$12,701 + $37,699
$50,400
2017
$705 (+4.4%)
$12,701 + $37,699
$50,400
2015
$675
$3,130 + $47,270
$50,400
2014
$675 (+51.0%)
$3,130 + $47,270
$50,400
2013
$447 (+3.6%)
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
2012
$432 (+3.9%)
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
2011
$416 (+9.9%)
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
2010
$378
$806 + $3,770
$4,576
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
52 ft.
Lot size
728 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
071532900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RSA-5
/MIN
/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
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Aug 14, 2009 • Final
Pp_plumbng
Plumbing
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 (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Washer
Flooring Type: Engineered Wood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $57,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Exterior Information
Fencing: Chain Link
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 52.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $14,300
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,120
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $441
School Tax: $562
Tax Assessed Value: $71,700
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $1,003
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: JOHN PAUL JONES
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
Middle School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Directions: Take E Allegheny to Rorer (between E & D Streets)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 728 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 071532900
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Elkin Lewis School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.1mi
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John B Stetson Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Edison Hs/Fareira Skills
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° 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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5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$124,000 – $150,000
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