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For sale
$159,900
2beds
928sqft

1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149

2beds
928sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1950
1,128 sqft
Open parking
$172 price/sqft

What's special

Updated kitchen

Aggressively priced and ready to go, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath airlite row home in Philadelphia’s Oxford Circle is a rare opportunity for investors or DIY buyers alike. Positioned near Roosevelt Boulevard and with easy access to bus routes, subway, and regional rail, this home offers both convenience and potential. The updated ...

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Living Room

Kitchen

Dining Room

Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

Listing updated: 22 hours ago

Listed by:

Craig Lerch 215-778-6805,

EXP Realty, LLC 8883977352

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
  • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 176 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 16 X 11
Bedroom 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 160 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 16 X 10
Dining room
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 117 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 9 X 13
Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 91 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 7 X 13
Living room
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 224 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 16 X 14
Heating
  • Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
  • None
Appliances
  • Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
  • Basement: Full,Finished
  • Has fireplace: No
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 928
  • Total interior livable area: 928 sqft
  • Finished area above ground: 928
  • Finished area below ground: 0
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Property

Parking
  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features: None
Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
Lot
  • Size: 1,128 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 16.00 x 70.00
Details
  • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Parcel number: 352128800
  • Zoning: RM1
  • Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: AirLite
  • Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
  • Masonry
  • Foundation: Stone
Condition
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1950

Utilities & green energy

  • Electric: Fuses
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community
  • Subdivision: Oxford Circle
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Philadelphia
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $172/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $156,500
  • Annual tax amount: $2,190
  • Date on market: 4/4/2026
  • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator In Kitchen, Freezer In Basement ( All As-is No Monetary Value)
  • Ownership: Fee Simple

Price history

DateEventPrice
4/4/2026Listed for sale$159,900+240.2%$172/sqft
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10/1/1993Sold$47,000$51/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$2,191 +37.6%$156,500 +37.6%
2024$1,592 $113,700
2023$1,592 +38.7%$113,700

Find assessor info on the county website

Monthly payment

Est. payment
$961/mo
Principal & interest
$836
Property taxes
$125
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    Estimated market value

    $166,100

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    Neighborhood: Summerdale

    Nearby schools

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    • District: Philadelphia City

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