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1735 S 55TH StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19143

For Sale

$145,000

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Welcome to 1735 S 55th St – a 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home ready for your vision. This property is perfect for investors looking to renovate and build equity or generate rental income. The home needs repairs and is being sold as-is, but offers strong potential in a growing neighborhood.

Located near public transportation, shopping, and schools
Comparable renovated homes in the area have sold for significantly higher—making this a smart value-add opportunity. Bring your contractor and imagination!

Property being sold in as-is condition.

Listed by Maurice A Richardson

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License #RM425462

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Velvet Rope Homes

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2152790591

Last updated November 13, 2025

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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2485084

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodSouthwest Schuylkill
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu205
  • Taxes$1,601/year
  • Size1,080 sqft
  • Price per sqft$134

Location

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Listing History

11/13/2025
Price Decreased
$145,000
06/24/2025
Price Decreased
$150,000
05/28/2025
Price Decreased
$155,000
05/21/2025
Listed by Velvet Rope Homes
$165,000

Property Details for 1735 S 55TH Street

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Architectural Style: Air Lite
  • 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: 15
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 975
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,601.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace: No

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,080
  • Living Area Source: Assessor

Rooms

  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Other

General

  • Senior Community: No

Location

  • Subdivision Name: KINGSESSING
  • Tax Lot: 253

Parking

Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Heating: Central
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 1735 S 55TH Street.

What are the annual taxes for 1735 S 55TH Street?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $1,601.

How does 1735 S 55TH Street compare to other single-family homes in Southwest Schuylkill?

This single-family home is listed 30% below the average price for single-family homes in Southwest Schuylkill and has been on the market for 113 more 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 1,080 sqft.

1735 S 55TH Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in PHILADELPHIA PA 19143. On Prevu for 205 days at $145,000. This includes a recent price decrease of $5,000. This property features 1,080 square feet of living space, located in Southwest Schuylkill. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $209,950. Explore more single-family home listings in Philadelphia.

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