817 Selma St

Philadelphia, PA 19116
  • $399,000

    Price
  • 3

    Bed
  • 1.5

    Bath
  • 1,173

    SqFt

About the Listing CBPREBB - 3196269

Looking for a Philadelphia address with a true residential feel? Welcome home. This Somerton split-level offers a wonderful opportunity to create your ideal living space. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this home is full of potential and solid updates where they matter most. Hardwood floors lie beneath the carpeting on both the main and upper levels, ready to be revealed. Major improvements include a new roof (2020), central air conditioning (2019), and a hot water heater replaced in 2025, giving peace of mind to the next owner. The eat-in kitchen offers everyday functionality, while the lower-level family room provides additional living space, along with a laundry room and a convenient half bath. The basement level features two bonus rooms, ideal for storage, a home office, workshop, or hobby space. Outside, enjoy a level, fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. While the home does need updating, it presents a fantastic opportunity to add your personal touch in a desirable neighborhood. A great value with strong bones—don’t miss the chance to make this home your own.

Listing Highlights

Status Active
Days on Site 1
Property Type Residential
MLS ® PAPH2594370
Year Built 1960
Total Square Footage 1,173
Lot/Acreage 0.13
County Philadelphia
Neighborhood Somerton
School District Philadelphia City
High School George Washington

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1 Full / 1 Half
  • Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator
  • Air Cond: Central A/C
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Fireplaces:
  • Floor: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile/Brick
  • Above Ground Sq Ft: 1173
  • Below Ground Sq Ft: n/a
  • Basement: Partial
  • Other: Bathroom - Tub Shower,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Water: Public

Exterior Details

  • Lot Description: Front Yard,Level,Landscaping,Rear Yard,Not New Construction,Horse Property: No
  • Garage Capacity: 1 car
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Zoning: RSD3
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Others: Good
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway,Built In,Driveway,Attached Garage,1+ Spaces

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: $5,082
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: N/A
  • Tax Year: 2026

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