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145 W School House LanePhiladelphia, PA 19144

For Sale

$495,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $4,950

This gracious, Penn-Knox Victorian offers beautiful period architecture, distinctive character, and a versatile multi-unit layout, with each apartment offering its own unique charm. Currently, 3 of the 4 units are occupied by long-term tenants on month-to-month leases.
The first-floor rear unit in two stories and has a private exterior entrance and features a spacious living room with a beamed ceiling and parquet flooring, a kitchen with an exposed brick wall, and a convenient first-floor powder room. Upstairs, the bedroom with bay window is accompanied by an adjoining study, creating a flexible and comfortable living space.

Also on the first floor, with a street-facing porch entrance, is a separate one-bedroom apartment. This charming unit features a large living room with a beautiful bay window, parquet flooring, and access to the basement. The apartment can easily be rejoined with the rear unit, creating an especially appealing owner-occupant configuration. Currently, this unit is unoccupied.

The second-floor unit offers one bedroom, a generously sized living room, and an eat-in kitchen. On the third floor, you’ll find a large primary bedroom, a second bedroom, and a spacious eat-in kitchen.

Located on a sought-after block in Germantown, you are just steps to the shops and restaurants in Maplewood Mall (Lily of the Valley Cupcakery & Cafe'), Market Square, and Chelten Avenue (Al-Sham Restaurant and Das Good Cafe), Ultimo Coffee, and Weaver's Way Co-Op

This property is also within easy walking distance of local schools like The Philadelphia School for the Deaf, Greene Street Friends and Germantown Friends School, as well as public transportation, while offering the architectural character and flexibility that make historic Philadelphia properties so special.

Whether you're looking for an income-producing property, a multi-generational living arrangement, or a home with the potential to create a spacious owner’s unit, this Victorian offers an exciting array of possibilities.

Listed by Cora K Krebs

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License #RS331142

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Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

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2674748572

Last updated October 21, 2026

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Source: Bright #PAPH2642268

Listing Facts

  • TypeMulti-family
  • NeighborhoodGermantown - Penn Knox
  • Days on Prevu36
  • Taxes$5,655/year
  • Size3,471 sqft
  • Price per sqft$143

Location

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Listing History

09/25/2026
Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
$495,000
  1. 09/25/2026$495,000
    Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

Property Details for 145 W School House Lane

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No
  • Number Of Units Total: 4
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Roof: Flat, Pitched, Shingle
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Architectural Style: Converted Dwelling, Victorian
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Brick, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Waterfront: No

Measurements

  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 30
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,227
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Residential Income

  • Operating Expense Includes: Insurance

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,655.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Galley, Kitchen - Efficiency, Stain/Lead Glass, Wood Floors

Measurements

  • Living Area: 3,471
  • Living Area Source: Assessor

Rooms

  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 19

Other

General

  • Exclusions: All Tenant Property

Location

  • Subdivision Name: GERMANTOWN
  • Tax Lot: 87

Parking

Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Public, Unassigned

Utilities

Equipment

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms does this multi-family home have?

There is bedrooms in this multi-family home at 145 W School House Lane.

What are the annual taxes for 145 W School House Lane?

Annual taxes for this multi-family home are estimated at $5,655.

How does 145 W School House Lane compare to other multi-family homes in Germantown - Penn Knox?

This multi-family home is listed 3% above the average price for multi-family homes in Germantown - Penn Knox and has been on the market for 61 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this multi-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 3,471 sqft.

145 W School House Lane is a -bedroom multi-family home for sale in PHILADELPHIA PA 19144. Available on Prevu for 36 days at $495,000. This residence features 3,471 square feet of living space, located in Germantown - Penn Knox. The median listing price for multi-family homes in this area is $339,000. Explore more multi-family home listings in Philadelphia.

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