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1942 S 56TH Street

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
  • $255,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 21 Days
  • ID#: PAPH2663688
UPDATED: 68 min ago
$255,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 0.02
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,271
    SQFT
  • $201
    $/SQFT
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Type:
Townhouse
Built:
1925
County:

School Ratings & Info

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Description

Welcome to 1942 S 56th Street, a beautifully renovated home that blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates in the heart of Kingsessing. Step inside to a bright, inviting main level featuring warm hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace that anchors the living space, along with a convenient first-floor half bath perfect for guests.The heart of the home is the fully remodeled kitchen, updated with fresh finishes and functional design that make everyday cooking and entertaining a pleasure. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms offer flexible living for families, roommates, or a home office setup, complemented by an updated full bathroom.The lower level offers additional flexible space, including a rec room with an electric fireplace, an additional bonus room, and a full bathroom — along with direct backyard access for added everyday convenience. The fenced private backyard beyond offers a peaceful retreat for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply unwinding after a long day.Situated in the heart of the 19143 zip code on the border of Kingsessing and Southwest Philadelphia, this home keeps you effortlessly connected — just steps from trolley lines for an easy commute to University City and Center City, with easy access to Bartram's Garden, local parks, and the shops and restaurants along Woodland and Baltimore Avenues. Plenty of on-street parking rounds out the convenience this location has to offer.Offering three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a versatile lower-level rec space, and quality updates throughout, this move-in-ready home is a rare find for owner-occupants and investors alike. Schedule your tour today.

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1942 S 56TH Street PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143

  • Price: $255,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 21 Days
  • Updated: 68 min ago
  • ID#: PAPH2663688
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
½ Baths
0.02
Acres
1,271
SQFT
$201
$/SQFT
1925
Built
Neighborhood:
Kingsessing
County:
Philadelphia
Area:
19143 (19143)
School District:
Philadelphia City
Property Description
Welcome to 1942 S 56th Street, a beautifully renovated home that blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates in the heart of Kingsessing. Step inside to a bright, inviting main level featuring warm hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace that anchors the living space, along with a convenient first-floor half bath perfect for guests.The heart of the home is the fully remodeled kitchen, updated with fresh finishes and functional design that make everyday cooking and entertaining a pleasure. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms offer flexible living for families, roommates, or a home office setup, complemented by an updated full bathroom.The lower level offers additional flexible space, including a rec room with an electric fireplace, an additional bonus room, and a full bathroom — along with direct backyard access for added everyday convenience. The fenced private backyard beyond offers a peaceful retreat for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply unwinding after a long day.Situated in the heart of the 19143 zip code on the border of Kingsessing and Southwest Philadelphia, this home keeps you effortlessly connected — just steps from trolley lines for an easy commute to University City and Center City, with easy access to Bartram's Garden, local parks, and the shops and restaurants along Woodland and Baltimore Avenues. Plenty of on-street parking rounds out the convenience this location has to offer.Offering three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a versatile lower-level rec space, and quality updates throughout, this move-in-ready home is a rare find for owner-occupants and investors alike. Schedule your tour today.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style AirLite Construction Materials Masonry Garage YN No Parking Types On Street Pool No Pool Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 896 Basement Fully Finished Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 375 Below Grade Unfinished Area 0 Cooling Central A/C Fireplace YN No Heating Forced Air Heating YN Yes Levels 2 Main Level Bedrooms 0 Upper Level1 Bedrooms 3

Property Features

Accessibility Features None Association YN No Central Air YN Yes Condo YN No Cooling Fuel Electric Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter Heating Fuel Electric Hot Water Electric Municipality PHILADELPHIA Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 805308370198 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Structure Design Type Interior Row/Townhouse Tax Annual Amount 1436.00 Tax Lot 122 Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Public Zoning RSA5

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©2026 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Kristin Miller Team of Northrop Realty. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2026-09-16T19:53:51.773.
 
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