Welcome to 1218 S Hanson St — a move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath starter home in the heart of Philadelphia, perfect for a first-time buyer or savvy investor. This recently renovated home offers a clean, modern feel with thoughtful updates throughout, making it an easy and affordable entry into homeownership. The functional layout provides comfortable living space, well-sized bedrooms, and a refreshed kitchen and bath designed for everyday convenience. The home is certified lead safe, providing added peace of mind for buyers. What truly sets this property apart is its eligibility for an unbeatable first-time homebuyer program for qualified buyers, offering up to 100% financing, a $5,000 lender credit, no PMI, and a reduced interest rate — a rare opportunity to purchase with minimal out-of-pocket costs. Whether you’re looking to stop renting, build equity, or add a low-maintenance property to your investment portfolio, 1218 S Hanson St delivers exceptional value and opportunity in today’s market. Owner is a licensed real estate agent. Affordable, updated, and packed with buyer incentives — this is one you don’t want to miss. Schedule your showing today.
For sale
$139,000
1218 S Hanson St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
2beds
870sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1940
908 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Recently renovated homeComfortable living spaceRefreshed kitchen and bathWell-sized bedroomsThoughtful updates throughoutFunctional layoutClean modern feel
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 26, 2025 at 01:20am
Listed by:
Rick Land 609-992-8248,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: Ccl Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2569330
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 870
- Total interior livable area: 870 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 870
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 908 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 273044000
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kingsessing
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $47,900
- Annual tax amount: $670
- Date on market: 12/26/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,412/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $139,000+27.5%$160/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2569330 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Listing removed | $109,000$125/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2538406 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Price change | $109,000-8.4%$125/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2538406 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $119,000-4.8%$137/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2538406 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $125,000+290.6%$144/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2538406 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $671 +48.3% | $47,900 +48.3% |
| 2024 | $452 | $32,300 |
| 2023 | $452 +173.7% | $32,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$800/mo
Principal & interest
$658
Property taxes
$93
Home insurance
$49
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Southwest Schuylkill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Comegys Benjamin B SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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