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MLS: #PAPH2560182, Listed By: Sharyn Soliman, Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell, Source:Bright MLS

236 S Melville Street

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
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Bed 6

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt3,360

Sqft

Acres0.03

Acre(Lot)

Welcome home to your sunlight filled multi level townhome that blends early twentieth century character with thoughtful updates. The main level welcomes you with a vestibule entrance that leads to a cozy living room complete with fireplace, old world moldings and trim and an oversized window. The dining area leads you to an efficient and modernized kitchen, perfect for everyday cooking and complete with a gas range, microwave, granite countertops and refrigerator. From here, there is an exit door to your fully fenced in backyard. Upstairs the second level hosts a full bathroom with a shower stall plus the primary bedroom and two additional bedrooms ideal for family or flexible use. The primary bedroom boasts your second fireplace. The third level offers a second full bathroom with a s hower stall and three more bedrooms that can accommodate guests, an office, or creative space. An unfinished attic provides storage or future expansion potential. The finished basement adds significant usable living space with a full bathroom with tub, generous storage, and a bonus room that works well as a rec room, home gym, or media room. This home sits in a vibrant neighborhood known for its abundance of classic row homes and a strong sense of community. The area offers convenient access to local shops, dining options, parks, and public transit making it easy to enjoy city living while still finding quiet residential pockets. Built with period details common to early twentieth century construction, this property presents a rare opportunity for buyers and investors seeking a spacious layout across multiple floors plus the flexibility of a finished basement. Public records and recent market listings indicate similar homes in the block have been updated and offered strong interest from buyers looking for space and value in the neighborhood. Both fireplaces are assumed to be working, however the seller has never used them. Schedule your showing today!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $825,000

AD Id : 70602106

MLS Id : PAPH2560182

Beds : 6

Lot Size : 0.03 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,360

Year Built : 1915

County : PHILADELPHIA

Subdivision: University City

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 6

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished, Full
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood
  • Interior Features

    Appliances: Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water, Radiant Cooling: None

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1915 Building Area Total: 3360 Pool Features: None Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 92.00 Lot Size Acres: 0.03 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 1472

    Property Information

    Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY Source Property Type: Residential Postal Code Plus 4: 4523 Property SubType: Townhouse Levels: Three Or More Property Age: 111

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $825000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 461159400 Tax Lot: 108 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $7740

  • Parking Information

    None

  • School Information

    Elementary School:
    Junior High School:
    Senior High School: WEST PHILADELPHIA
  • Location Information

    Direction: Use GPS WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/27/2026 @ 20:09

MLS: PAPH2560182 LISTED BY: Sharyn Soliman, Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell 215-646-2900 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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