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Sold for $242,000
  • $242,000

    7917 Gilbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19150

    3beds
    1,224sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1950
    1,485 Square Feet Lot
    $242,800 Zestimate®
    $198/sqft
    $1,759 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $242,800

    $231,000 - $257,000

    $1,759/mo

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    What's special

    This solid, reasonably priced gem located at 7917 Gilbert Street in East Mt. Airy has been owned and lovingly maintained by the same owner for over 50 years and is now ready for its next owner to enjoy. It is centrally located to public transportation, houses of worship, schools, restaurants and shopping centers. The exterior front has a nice sized patio covered by an awning to shade you from the sun on those warm weather days and even on rainy days. As you enter the home through the front security door there is a large living room that leads to the formal dining room and underneath the carpet are hardwood floors. The kitchen is set up galley style and has an additional eat-in area. The 2nd floor has 3 comfortable sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. One bathroom is an en suite with a stand-up shower and the other is the hall bath with a soaking tub. The basement is finished and used for additional lounging. The washer, dryer and a 2nd refrigerator are also located in the basement. There is an attached garage with an automatic garage door opener. The garage can also be accessed from inside the basement utility area. It offers space to park your car plus more for possible storage. There is central air conditioning as an added bonus. You have the perfect opportunity to take this wonderful canvas and bring your own creativity to it. If you are looking for a solid, well-maintained home on a nice block, please put this one on your list to view and make this your new home.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: January 30, 2026 at 05:53am

    Listed by:

    Debra Bennett 267-331-4963,

    Leverage Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Ebony Gaines, RS354123

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2552540MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Basement: Other
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,224
    • Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,224
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway, On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1,485 sqft
    • Dimensions: 18.00 x 83.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 502130100
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

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

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Mt Airy (east)
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/30/2026Sold$242,000+5.3%$198/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2552540 Report a problem
    1/21/2026Listing removed$229,900$188/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2552540 Report a problem
    11/4/2025Contingent$229,900$188/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2552540 Report a problem
    10/28/2025Listed for sale$229,900$188/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2552540 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,208 +20.8%$229,200 +20.8%
    2024$2,657 $189,800
    2023$2,657 +41%$189,800
    2022$1,884 --
    2021$1,884 -4.2%--
    2018$1,967 +4.5%--
    2017$1,881 --
    2016$1,881 +21.7%--
    2015$1,545 --
    2014$1,545 $140,400 +564.8%
    2012-- $21,120
    2011-- $21,120
    2010-- $21,120
    2009-- $21,120
    2008-- $21,120
    2007-- $21,120 +7.5%
    2006-- $19,648
    2005-- $19,648
    2004-- $19,648 +7.3%
    2003-- $18,304 +8.7%
    2002-- $16,832 +11.4%
    2000-- $15,104 +9.8%
    1999-- $13,760

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: West Oak Lane

    Nearby schools

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    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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    Estimated market value
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