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$200,000

1540 29th St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
6
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,585
Square Feet
0.02
Lot Size (acres)
1925
Year Built
5
Days On Market

Value-add inventory in Brewerytown under $250k is rare, and this is the exact type of canvas experienced buyers look for. 1540 N. 29th Street is a three-story brick row offered at $200,000. The property stands as an authentic time capsule—retaining robust bones and authentic details. For the seasoned buyer or strategic renovator, the opportunity here is evident. You have the structural layout and square footage required to execute a high-margin value-add play: reconfigure the floor plan, expose original materials, and introduce contemporary finishes that drive top-of-market ARV or aggressive rental yields. Run the numbers against active resale comps in the immediate blocks. Opportunities with this level of margin and clear appreciation trajectory do not compare. Schedule a private tour and submit a competitive offer today.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
2 days ago
Listed By
Javada Hill, 2157045057 · Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, 6108223356
MLS#
PAPH2685594
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1540 N 29th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
BREWERYTOWN
Zip Code
19121

Architecture

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1925
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
1,585 sq. ft.
Foundation
Brick/Mortar
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
On Street

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Cooling
None
Heating
Natural Gas, Radiant

Property Features

Lot Size
0.02 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,585 sq. ft.
Total
1,585 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$200,000
Annual Taxes
$3,442

Schools

91/100
Gideon Edward School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
323
Student body
95% Black · 3% Two or More Races · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7360
88/100
Bache-Martin School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.8 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
480
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
63% Black · 14% Two or More Races · 13% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7550
55/100
Vaux Roberts High School
Grades 09–12 · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Phone
(215) 684-5068
54/100
Morris Robert School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
200
Student body
85% Black · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 3% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7320
54/100
Blaine James G School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
469
Student body
91% Black · 5% Two or More Races · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7330
54/100
Alliance for Progress Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
557
Student body
95% Black · 2% Two or More Races · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 232-4892
53/100
Strawberry Mansion High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.7 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
277
Student body
94% Black · 3% White · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7500
51/100
Reynolds Gen John F School
Grades PK–08 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Phone
(215) 684-5061

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
11/02/2026Listed for sale$200,000

Listed by Javada Hill · Compass Pennsylvania, LLC · 6108223356

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 4, 2026 at 7:26 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2685594

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