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BEDS3 BATHS2 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET1,600 MLS#PAPH2646562
STATUSACTIVE PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Townhouse SUBDIVISIONCOBBS CREEK SCHOOLTHE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Property Description

Welcome to 647 S. 55th Street, where timeless Philadelphia character has been thoughtfully reimagined for modern living. From the covered front porch to the beautifully renovated interior, this spacious 16-foot-wide home offers an open, light-filled floor plan designed for today's lifestyle. The main level features high ceilings, wide-plank flooring, recessed lighting, and a striking original staircase that serves as the home's architectural centerpiece. The oversized living room flows effortlessly into the spacious kitchen, complete with shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, stylish black fixtures, and a center island perfect for casual dining or entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, a versatile flex space offers endless possibilities as a dining room, family room, or home office. A convenient powder room and a dedicated first-floor laundry room complete the main level, while the rear patio extends your living space outdoors. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, including a private primary suite with its own full bath. A second full hall bath serves the additional bedrooms, and the full unfinished basement provides abundant storage with potential for future finishing. Ideally situated in Cobbs Creek, you'll enjoy easy access to neighborhood favorites including Booker's Restaurant & Bar, Toast Cafe, and Buna Cafe, as well as Cobbs Creek Park, the Cobbs Creek Shopping Center, and the Route 34 trolley for an easy commute to University City, Center City, and beyond. Whether you're entertaining friends, working from home, or simply enjoying everyday life, 647 S. 55th Street offers the space, style, and convenience to feel at home from day one.

647 S 55th Street | MLS# PAPH2646562

This townhouse located at 647 S 55th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $349,000. This property was built in 1925 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 partial baths with 1600 sq. ft. S 55th Street is located in the COBBS CREEK subdivision within the THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA school district. Search COBBS CREEK real estate on chipheck.homesale.com today.

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Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Townhouse
Basement: Yes
Basement: Unfinished
Cooling: Central A/C
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Heating: Central
Home Style: Straight Thru
Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $2,511
Year Built: 1925

Feature Descriptions

Additional Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Exterior: Masonry
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s)
Lot Dimensions: 0.03 Acre(S)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Sewer: Public Sewer
SQFT Above Finished: 1600
SQFT Total Finished: 1600
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Water: Public

Local Schools

School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

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Agency Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Agency Phone: 2152473750

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$ 1,087.76 per month $776.72 Principal & Interest $209.25 Property Tax $101.79 Homeowner's Insurance

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