Welcome to 1520 S Garnet St, a charming and well-maintained home tucked away on a small, quiet block in desirable Point Breeze. Enjoy peaceful city living with unbeatable convenience—just steps to public transit, minutes to Broad Street, and quick access to major highways. Inside, the open layout is filled with natural light, with two similarly sized bedrooms and a finished basement currently used as a bedroom for extra living space. The updated second-floor bathroom includes in-home laundry, and the large backyard offers the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. An excellent investment opportunity, the property is tenant-occupied with reliable renters paying $1,700/month and nine months remaining on the lease. Whether you’re seeking a smart addition to your portfolio or a future personal home in one of Philadelphia’s fastest-growing neighborhoods, 1520 S Garnet St delivers.
Listed by Christopher K Somers
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License #RS278328
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KW Empower
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2679874443
Last updated January 16, 2026
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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2575530
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodPoint Breeze
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2
Days on Prevu14
Size976 sqft
Price per sqft$256
Amenities
Washer/Dryer
Location
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Listing History
01/16/2026
Listed by KW Empower
$250,000
Property Details for 1520 S Garnet Street
Exterior
Construction
New Construction: No
Year Built: 1923
Architectural Style: Traditional
Construction Materials: Masonry
Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterfront: No
Measurements
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Size Acres: 0.02
Lot Size Dimensions: 14
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 672
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Tax Year: 2025
Interior
Features
Appliances: Washer, Dryer
Fireplace: No
Measurements
Living Area: 976
Living Area Source: Assessor
Rooms
Basement: Unfinished
Has Basement: Yes
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedrooms Total: 2
Other
Features
Accessibility Features: Other
General
Senior Community: No
Location
Subdivision Name: POINT BREEZE
Parking
Parking
Garage: No
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Heating: 90% Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?
There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 1520 S Garnet Street.
How does 1520 S Garnet Street compare to other single-family homes in Point Breeze?
This single-family home is listed 35% below the average price for single-family homes in Point Breeze and has been on the market for 80 less days than the typical home in this area.
What is the square footage on this single-family home?
According to the MLS, this listing is 976 sqft.
1520 S Garnet Street is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in PHILADELPHIA PA 19146. On Prevu for 14 days at $250,000. This home features 976 square feet of living space, located in Point Breeze. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $354,000. Property amenities include washer. View other single-family home listings in Philadelphia.
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