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Townhouse for sale at 252 E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 | MLS# PAPH2582272 | Listing updated on 2026-02-17
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$295,000

Monthly Est:$1,468

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    3 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,296sqft

252 E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120

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  • Townhouse

  • Built in 1965

  • $-- HOA

  • 1,795 sqft lot

  • $228/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to this sun-filled, lovingly maintained home with modern updates throughout, ideally located at 252 Cheltenham Ave in East Oak Lane. Fresh neutral paint, new vinyl flooring, and recessed lighting create a bright, cohesive feel, while opened dividing walls between the kitchen and dining room enhance the open flow—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The upgraded kitchen shines with marble countertops and high-end appliances. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features a private ensuite bath, complemented by two generously sized bedrooms and a second full bathroom. The partially finished walkout basement offers flexible space for a recreation area and includes a new GE washer and dryer. Added peace of mind comes with a Ring and Google camera system covering the front and rear of the home. Set in a quiet, green area near Tookany Creek, this home is minutes from the Melrose Park train station, Helen G. Sturgess Park, and an array of excellent nearby restaurants—putting convenience, nature, and neighborhood charm right at your doorstep. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.

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  • Listing updated: February 17, 2026 at 6:15 am
  • Listing Provided by: James F Caraway (215) 917-0933 | Redfin Corporation (484) 962-0034
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2582272 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Townhouse

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    Melrose Park Gardens

  • Year Built

    1965

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,296 sqft

  • Lot Size

    1,795 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2582272

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    6

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathrooms: 3

Interior

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Appliances

    Built In Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1965

  • Home type

    Townhouse

  • Architectural Style

    Other

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Construction Materials

    Masonry, Brick

  • Roof

    Flat, Rubber

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    Full, Partially Finished, Walkout Level

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Patio

  • Subdivision Name

    East Oak Lane

Price History

DateEventPrice

02/12/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2582272

Listed for Sale

$295,000 +8.46%

$228/sqft

09/08/2023

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2245000

Price Increased

$272,000 +41.67%

$210/sqft

08/11/2020

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH888304

Sold

$192,000

$148/sqft

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