For Sale Townhome MLS# PAPH2663688

1942 S 56TH ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143

$255,000

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About 1942 S 56TH ST

Welcome to 1942 S 56th Street, a beautifully renovated home that blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates in the heart of Kingsessing. Step inside to a bright, inviting main level featuring warm hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace that anchors the living space, along with a convenient first-floor half bath perfect for guests.

The heart of the home is the fully remodeled kitchen, updated with fresh finishes and functional design that make everyday cooking and entertaining a pleasure. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms offer flexible living for families, roommates, or a home office setup, complemented by an updated full bathroom.

The lower level offers additional flexible space, including a rec room with an electric fireplace, an additional bonus room, and a full bathroom — along with direct backyard access for added everyday convenience. The fenced private backyard beyond offers a peaceful retreat for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply unwinding after a long day.

Situated in the heart of the 19143 zip code on the border of Kingsessing and Southwest Philadelphia, this home keeps you effortlessly connected — just steps from trolley lines for an easy commute to University City and Center City, with easy access to Bartram's Garden, local parks, and the shops and restaurants along Woodland and Baltimore Avenues. Plenty of on-street parking rounds out the convenience this location has to offer.

Offering three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a versatile lower-level rec space, and quality updates throughout, this move-in-ready home is a rare find for owner-occupants and investors alike. Schedule your tour today.

Property details

Property

Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
MLS type
Townhouse
Status
Active
Year built
1925
Stories
2
Living area
1,271 sqft
Price / sqft
$201
Lot
0.02
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Original price
$255,000
MLS #
PAPH2663688

Interior

Features
Central A/C, true, Forced Air, Electric, Fully finished
Heating
true, Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Exterior & lot

Features
AirLite, Above Grade, Below Grade
Construction
Masonry, 2, Concrete Perimeter
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Lot
RSA5, 514223700

Schools

District
Philadelphia City School District

Utilities

Utilities
Public Sewer, Public
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Financial

Financial
BRIGHT_MAIN
Annual tax
$1,436
Tax year
2026
Parcel
514223700

Location

Subdivision
KINGSESSING
Area
19143 (19143)
County
PHILADELPHIA-PA
Neighborhood
Southwest Schuylkill
Community
PHILADELPHIA-PA, BRIGHT_MAIN, PHILADELPHIA CITY
Directions
GPS

Location

Neighborhood
Southwest Schuylkill
Subdivision
KINGSESSING
School district
Philadelphia City School District

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Listed by James F Roche Jr., KW Empower

Listing information is provided by the participating MLS / IDX program and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All information should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.