Welcome to 709 Mercy Street. This updated, three story, single family home has 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Ideal for a first time home buyer, or a savy investor/landlord, this South Philly gem is bound to impress. Enter the 1st level to be greeted by a brightly sunlit grand living room with recessed lighting, hardwood flooring, contemporary paint, and open floor layout. Past the living room you will find a half bath, access to the basement, and the kitchen. The well equipped and modern kitchen has SS appliances, Shaker styled dark cabinets, granite countertop, contemporary backsplash, chef’s faucet, under mounted sink and access to your private backyard. The 2nd level of the home boasts two bedrooms and a large bathroom. The third level houses two more nice sized and bright bedrooms. The fenced in backyard provides another added bonus to the home to enjoy a private BBQ or hangout. The unfinished basement has all the utilities, laundry, and plenty of extra storage space. The home is conveniently located to schools, restaurants, public and highway transportation, supermarkets, shopping and more! Don't miss out on this amazing home.
TownhomeProperty Type
1920Year Built
644 sq ftLot Size
$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Harkeet S Chadha• Coldwell Banker Realty
South Philly 3 story 4 bedroom house that is in need of full rehab, Property is sold in AS IS condition and a 2000 depsoit and proof of funds required with all offers. All offers will be presented, ez to show and see. Padlock combo no lockbox
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,656
$66,520 + $266,080
$332,600
2025
$4,656 (+126.4%)
$66,520 + $266,080
$332,600
2024
$2,056
$29,380 + $117,520
$146,900
2023
$2,056 (+17.1%)
$29,380 + $117,520
$146,900
2022
$1,757
$21,399 + $104,101
$125,500
2021
$1,757
$21,399 + $104,101
$125,500
2020
$1,757 (+8.4%)
$21,399 + $104,101
$125,500
2019
$1,621 (+157.3%)
$19,745 + $96,055
$115,800
2018
$630 (+0.1%)
$7,673 + $37,327
$45,000
2017
$629 (−61.9%)
$7,673 + $37,327
$45,000
2015
$1,652
$9,596 + $113,704
$123,300
2014
$1,652 (+878.4%)
$9,596 + $113,704
$123,300
2013
$169 (+3.6%)
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
2012
$163 (+3.8%)
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
2011
$157 (+9.9%)
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
2010
$143
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
Tax history for 709 Mercy St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,656
$66,520 + $266,080
$332,600
2025
$4,656 (+126.4%)
$66,520 + $266,080
$332,600
2024
$2,056
$29,380 + $117,520
$146,900
2023
$2,056 (+17.1%)
$29,380 + $117,520
$146,900
2022
$1,757
$21,399 + $104,101
$125,500
2021
$1,757
$21,399 + $104,101
$125,500
2020
$1,757 (+8.4%)
$21,399 + $104,101
$125,500
2019
$1,621 (+157.3%)
$19,745 + $96,055
$115,800
2018
$630 (+0.1%)
$7,673 + $37,327
$45,000
2017
$629 (−61.9%)
$7,673 + $37,327
$45,000
2015
$1,652
$9,596 + $113,704
$123,300
2014
$1,652 (+878.4%)
$9,596 + $113,704
$123,300
2013
$169 (+3.6%)
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
2012
$163 (+3.8%)
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
2011
$157 (+9.9%)
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
2010
$143
$404 + $1,324
$1,728
*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
4
Baths
1
Stories
3
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
46 ft.
Lot size
644 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,050
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
393044100
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
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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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Public
On Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2
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: Estimated
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Other
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $104,101
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry, Stucco
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Flat
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Exterior Information
Fencing: Rear
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 46.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $21,399
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,400
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $792
School Tax: $963
Tax Assessed Value: $125,500
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,756
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Other
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
Cross Street: 7th St
Directions: BETWEEN 6TH AND 7TH
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,050
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 644 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 393044100
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Southwark School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
South Philadelphia High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
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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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Estimated sale price
$321,000 – $389,000
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