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Listed by Kristin McFeely • Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
$ 525,000
Est. payment /mo
New
1508 E BERKS ST Philadelphia, PA 19125
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,250 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,250 sqft
Price per Sqft $420
Subdivision Fishtown
MLS Listing ID PAPH2636188
Style Straight Thru
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,250
Year Built 1925
Annual Tax Amount $6,601
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 1,265 Sqft
Acres 0.03
Lot Dimensions 15.00 x 84.00
Property Sub-Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Tucked onto one of the most beloved blocks in Fishtown, this light-filled rowhome feels like the kind of place people hope to find but rarely do, a home with warmth, personality, and an unmistakable sense of ease. It's not trying to be trendy. It's simply comfortable in its own skin.
Step inside and you'll immediately understand. Sunlight pours through the front windows, dancing across the hardwood floors and filling the open living and dining spaces with a soft, welcoming glow. The layout feels effortless, open enough for modern living, yet intimate enough to feel cozy on a rainy Sunday afternoon. Thoughtful details throughout, from the updated lighting to the stylish powder room, create a home that feels carefully considered without ever feeling overdesigned.
The kitchen is where daily life naturally gathers. Warm maple cabinetry brings richness and character to the space, while granite countertops and stainless steel appliances provide all the functionality a serious home cook could want. A custom pantry and charming plate rack add personality and practicality in equal measure. This isn't a cookie-cutter kitchen pulled from a developer's catalog. It's a kitchen that has been lived in, loved, and designed for real life.
And just beyond it lies one of the home's most delightful surprises, the outdoor space. The backyard is enormous by city standards, a private urban oasis that feels increasingly rare in Fishtown. Imagine summer dinners beneath string lights, friends gathered around a fire pit, raised beds overflowing with herbs and tomatoes, or simply a quiet morning coffee surrounded by greenery. There's even a garden shed waiting for tools, bicycles, or whatever hobby you've convinced yourself you're finally taking up this year.
Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms are bathed in natural light. The front bedroom enjoys a particularly lovely view of the historic church across the street, a reminder of the neighborhood's rich architectural fabric and sense of place. The rooms feel peaceful, bright, and inviting, spaces designed as much for rest as they are for everyday living. Beautifully renovated and thoughtfully designed, the bathroom feels less like a necessity and more like a destination. Radiant heated floors greet you on chilly mornings, while designer lighting, a spacious walk-in shower, and contemporary finishes elevate the everyday. A deep oval soaking tub offers an invitation to slow down, unplug, and linger. It's the kind of tub that inspires canceled plans, long baths, and spontaneous staycations.
Downstairs, the dry basement provides excellent storage and laundry space, offering the practical functionality every city homeowner appreciates.
But what truly sets this home apart is its location. This pocket of Fishtown has earned its reputation for good reason. Walk out your front door and you'll find neighborhood cafés, favorite corner bars, independent shops, farmers markets, and some of Philadelphia's best restaurants just a few blocks away. The El is nearby, Center City is easily accessible, and yet the block itself maintains a quiet residential feel that makes it easy to put down roots. Life here unfolds on foot. Morning coffee runs become neighborhood rituals. Familiar faces greet you on evening walks. Favorite restaurants are discovered and revisited. It's the kind of neighborhood that feels less like a place you live and more like a community you join.
1508 Berks Street isn't just a house. It's the warm glow from the kitchen on a winter evening. It's herbs growing in the backyard. It's soaking in the tub after a long day. It's coffee, conversation, neighbors, and the simple pleasure of feeling completely at home. And that's a rare thing indeed.
Step inside and you'll immediately understand. Sunlight pours through the front windows, dancing across the hardwood floors and filling the open living and dining spaces with a soft, welcoming glow. The layout feels effortless, open enough for modern living, yet intimate enough to feel cozy on a rainy Sunday afternoon. Thoughtful details throughout, from the updated lighting to the stylish powder room, create a home that feels carefully considered without ever feeling overdesigned.
The kitchen is where daily life naturally gathers. Warm maple cabinetry brings richness and character to the space, while granite countertops and stainless steel appliances provide all the functionality a serious home cook could want. A custom pantry and charming plate rack add personality and practicality in equal measure. This isn't a cookie-cutter kitchen pulled from a developer's catalog. It's a kitchen that has been lived in, loved, and designed for real life.
And just beyond it lies one of the home's most delightful surprises, the outdoor space. The backyard is enormous by city standards, a private urban oasis that feels increasingly rare in Fishtown. Imagine summer dinners beneath string lights, friends gathered around a fire pit, raised beds overflowing with herbs and tomatoes, or simply a quiet morning coffee surrounded by greenery. There's even a garden shed waiting for tools, bicycles, or whatever hobby you've convinced yourself you're finally taking up this year.
Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms are bathed in natural light. The front bedroom enjoys a particularly lovely view of the historic church across the street, a reminder of the neighborhood's rich architectural fabric and sense of place. The rooms feel peaceful, bright, and inviting, spaces designed as much for rest as they are for everyday living. Beautifully renovated and thoughtfully designed, the bathroom feels less like a necessity and more like a destination. Radiant heated floors greet you on chilly mornings, while designer lighting, a spacious walk-in shower, and contemporary finishes elevate the everyday. A deep oval soaking tub offers an invitation to slow down, unplug, and linger. It's the kind of tub that inspires canceled plans, long baths, and spontaneous staycations.
Downstairs, the dry basement provides excellent storage and laundry space, offering the practical functionality every city homeowner appreciates.
But what truly sets this home apart is its location. This pocket of Fishtown has earned its reputation for good reason. Walk out your front door and you'll find neighborhood cafés, favorite corner bars, independent shops, farmers markets, and some of Philadelphia's best restaurants just a few blocks away. The El is nearby, Center City is easily accessible, and yet the block itself maintains a quiet residential feel that makes it easy to put down roots. Life here unfolds on foot. Morning coffee runs become neighborhood rituals. Familiar faces greet you on evening walks. Favorite restaurants are discovered and revisited. It's the kind of neighborhood that feels less like a place you live and more like a community you join.
1508 Berks Street isn't just a house. It's the warm glow from the kitchen on a winter evening. It's herbs growing in the backyard. It's soaking in the tub after a long day. It's coffee, conversation, neighbors, and the simple pleasure of feeling completely at home. And that's a rare thing indeed.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19125 (19125)
Zoning RSA5
Rooms
Basement Full
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplace N
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Garage N
Building
Story 2
Foundation Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 1250
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Straight Thru
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Philadelphia City
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 181195000
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 1250
Special Listing Condition Standard
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