Welcome to 717 Mercy Street, a thoughtfully designed ground-up new-construction single-family home in the heart of East Passyunk Crossing. This home offers a rare combination of space, multiple outdoor areas, a finished basement, and a 10-year tax abatement, all in one of South Philadelphia’s most walkable and amenity-rich neighborhoods. The main level features an open and functional layout that flows naturally from the living room through a dedicated dining area and into a modern kitchen designed for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen includes quartz countertops, a large center island, shaker cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, subway tile backsplash, and a full stainless steel appliance package. Just off the kitchen is a private, fenced rear yard, perfect for grilling, hosting, or enjoying outdoor space that is hard to find at this price point. The second floor offers two well-sized bedrooms, a full hall bathroom with soaking tub, and a conveniently located laundry closet. The third floor is dedicated to the primary suite level, providing privacy and separation from the rest of the home. A wet bar with beverage fridge leads directly to the rooftop deck, making this level ideal for entertaining. The primary bedroom includes ample closet space and an en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and oversized walk-in shower. The rooftop deck spans the entire footprint of the home and offers panoramic views of the Philadelphia skyline, stadiums, and surrounding neighborhoods. The finished basement adds valuable flexible living space and includes a full bathroom, making it ideal for a home office, media room, gym, or guest suite, along with additional storage. Additional features include smart home technology, integrated speakers, upgraded lighting, and modern systems throughout. Located just blocks from East Passyunk Avenue, you’re within walking distance of some of the city’s best dining, coffee shops, boutiques, and neighborhood favorites, including River Twice, Le Virtù, Barcelona Wine Bar, Ember & Ash, Pistolas del Sur, Stogie Joe’s Tavern, and multiple cafes and transit options. Some photos have been virtually staged. Schedule your private showing to see how this home truly lives.
TownhomeProperty Type
2026Year Built
644 sq ftLot Size
$273Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jim Roche• KW Empower
•215-627-3500 (broker)
•broadstreet@kwempower.com (broker)
Listed by Mitchel Gendelman• KW Empower
•215-627-3500 (broker)
•broadstreet@kwempower.com (broker)
Bought with Non Member NON MEMBER• Non Subscribing Office
*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
3
Lot width
14 ft.
Lot depth
46 ft.
Lot size
644 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1920
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
393044500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 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
Aug 1, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Perform interior plumbing work.
Addition
Plumbing
Aug 1, 2025 • Final
Residential building
Construct an attached three-story single-family home featuring a roof deck and access structure. Install a fire sprinkler system throughout the building.
New construction
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: 2
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Single, Washer, Refrigerator, Stove, Water Heater
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Has Laundry
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Completed
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Main Entrance Orientation: South
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Fiberglass
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 46.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $76,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $471
School Tax: $600
Tax Assessed Value: $76,600
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $1,072
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
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.: 1,344
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 644 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 393044500
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 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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Lifestyle
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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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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$520,000 – $629,000
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