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Townhouse for sale at 1531 Swain St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | MLS# PAPH2605232 | Listing updated on 2026-04-21
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$500,000

Monthly Est:$2,489

  • Beds Icon4 Beds
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    3 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,836sqft

1531 Swain St, Philadelphia, PA 19130

$2,489/moEst:

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  • Townhouse

  • Built in 1920

  • $-- HOA

  • 2,175 sqft lot

  • $272/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to 1531 Swain Street, a beautifully updated 3-story home located on a quiet, low-traffic block in the desirable Fairmount neighborhood. Renovated in 2019, this spacious and light-filled property blends classic charm with modern comforts across three well-appointed levels.

Step inside to a bright living room featuring hardwood floors and large windows that fill the space with natural light. The main level also includes a dedicated dining area and a thoughtfully designed kitchen. The kitchen offers a large center island, ample cabinet and counter space, stainless steel appliances, and a window over the sink for added light.

A conveniently located half bath and acc
ess to a private, fenced-in backyard complete the first floor.

The second level features two large bedrooms with hardwood floors and a spacious full bathroom. On the third floor, you’ll find an expansive primary bedroom, a stylish bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, and an additional bedroom—ideal for a guest room or home office.

The home also includes a full unfinished basement with laundry, storage space, and mechanicals.

With its ideal location, thoughtful layout, and modern updates, this property is perfect as a primary residence or investment opportunity.

  • Houzeo last checked: 5 hours ago
  • Listing updated: April 21, 2026 at 2:26 am
  • Listing Provided by: Christopher K Somers (267) 987-4443 | KW Empower (215) 627-3500
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2605232 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Townhouse

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    Francisville

  • Year Built

    1920

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,836 sqft

  • Lot Size

    2,175 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2605232

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    13

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 4

    Bathrooms: 3

Interior

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

  • Flooring

    Hardwood, Tile/brick

  • Interior Features

    Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/dining, Kitchen Eat In, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Appliances

    Built In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven/range Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1920

  • Home type

    Townhouse

  • Architectural Style

    Contemporary

  • Construction Materials

    Mixed

  • Roof

    Flat

  • Foundation Details

    Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    Unfinished

  • Utilities

    Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Fairmount

Price History

DateEventPrice

04/08/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2605232

Price Decreased

$500,000 -6.52%

$272/sqft

10/16/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2484654

Price Decreased

$534,900 -0.02%

$291/sqft

10/15/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2484654

Price Decreased

$535,000 -2.73%

$291/sqft

09/24/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2484654

Price Decreased

$549,999 -1.77%

$300/sqft

09/13/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2484654

Price Decreased

$559,900 -1.75%

$305/sqft

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