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1203 S Alder Street

Philadelphia, PA 19147

3 beds
2 baths
1,140 sqft
777 sqft lot
$368 per sqft
1920 build

This spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in East Passyunk, offering comfort, style, and unbeatable location within a 15 minute walk to Center City. The open-concept living and dining area features high-hat lighting and flows into a modern kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. From the kitchen, step out to a private rear yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A first-floor powder room adds convenience. Upstairs, you'll find two generous bedrooms on the second floor and a third-floor bedroom, currently used as a home office—all with ceiling fans for added comfort. The full hall bath is located on the second floor. The partially finished basement offers additional living space and includes a laundry area. Located steps from public transportation, daily shopping, Columbus Plaza, Italian Market, and Hip vibe of East Passyunk Avenue’s top restaurants, bars, and shops, this home puts you close to everything—with Center City just a short walk away. Schedule your tour today!

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 12, 2025 •

MLS# PAPH2490032 —

The Building

Year Built:

1920
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Masonry
Structure Type:

Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural Style:

Straight Thru
Levels:

3
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Other
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Partially Finished
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

1140
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

1140

Interior

Fireplace:

No
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

1140
Living Area SqFt:

1,140 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

31-60 Days CD

Location

Directions:

GPS!
Latitude:

39.93442917
Longitude:

-75.16085815

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.02
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

18.00 x 43.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

777 Sqft
Zoning:

RSA5
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

O50
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

021554800
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

176
Tax Annual Amount:

$4,581
Tax Assessed Value:

$327,300
Year Assessed:

2025
School Tax:

2565.0
City/Town Tax:

2015.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

2
Bedrooms Upper Level:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Window Unit(s)
Central Air:

No
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Radiant
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Laundry Type:

Basement

Schools

School District Name:

Philadelphia City
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Passyunk Square
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Garage:

No
Type of Parking:

None

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$419,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,248
Taxes	$381
Insurance	$115
Utilities	$189 See report
Total	$2,933/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/4/25 Jun 4, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$419,900

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This townhouse located in South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA 19147 is currently for sale for $419,900. 1203 S Alder Street is a 1,140 square foot townhouse with 3 beds and 2 baths. 1203 S Alder Street is in the South Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia and has a WalkScore® of 96, making it a walker’s paradise. This townhouse is in the attendance area of Fanny Jackson Coppin Elementary School and Horace Furness High School.

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