Located on Locust Ave. in Philadelphia’s Germantown section, 543 Locust Ave. is a spacious 2.5-story twin offering four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a layout full of potential. The main level features an open concept with exposed brick walls in the living room, a breakfast room, kitchen, and a rear enclosed shed that leads to a fenced backyard—offering plenty of opportunity for outdoor enjoyment. Upstairs, the second floor includes three well-proportioned bedrooms and a full hall bathroom, while the third floor serves as a private primary suite with its own full bath. The large basement provides ample storage and includes a half bathroom. A shared driveway leads to a detached one-car garage, offering off-street parking and additional functionality. This home is ideal for an investor or a buyer with vision—someone looking for a canvas they can shape into their own space and bring back the charm this property once held.
Listed by Christopher B Nelson
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License #RS273327
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Genstone Realty
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4845767430
Last updated August 30, 2025
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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2514188
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodGermantown
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms3
Days on Prevu60
Taxes$3,337/year
Size2,495 sqft
Price per sqft$76
Amenities
Parking
Location
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Listing History
08/30/2025
Status changed to Active
$189,900
08/27/2025
Status changed to In Contract
$189,900
08/14/2025
Status changed to Active
$189,900
08/14/2025
Price Decreased
$189,900
07/20/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$199,900
07/09/2025
Listed by Genstone Realty
$199,900
Property Details for 543 E Locust Avenue
Exterior
Construction
New Construction: No
Year Built: 1925
Architectural Style: Straight Thru
Construction Materials: Masonry
Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterfront: No
Measurements
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Size Acres: 0.07
Lot Size Dimensions: 28
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 3,128
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $3,337.00
Tax Year: 2024
Interior
Features
Fireplace: No
Measurements
Living Area: 2,495
Living Area Source: Assessor
Rooms
Basement: Full, Interior Access
Has Basement: Yes
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedrooms Total: 4
Other
General
Senior Community: No
Location
Subdivision Name: GERMANTOWN
Tax Lot: 23
Parking
Parking
Garage Spaces: 1
Garage: Yes
Utilities
Equipment
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
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