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Townhouse for sale at 3952 Melon St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | MLS# PAPH2595516 | Listing updated on 2026-10-27
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$257,000

Monthly Est:$1,279

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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,170sqft

3952 Melon St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

$1,279/moEst:

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  • Townhouse

  • Built in 1925

  • $-- HOA

  • 1,162 sqft lot

  • $220/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to Mantua in West Philadelphia—urban living with a neighborhood feel.

Located on a tree lined block, this move in ready interior brick rowhome has been thoughtfully maintained and offers an open, updated layout with pride of ownership throughout.

The bright first floor features newer hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a seamless flow between the living and dining areas. A convenient half bath sits just off the dining room. The modern eat in kitchen includes contemporary cabinetry, stone countertops, tile flooring, and access to a rear deck—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen also provides easy access to a clean, dry basement offering exc
ellent storage or workspace potential.

The second floor includes two carpeted bedrooms with built in closets and a spacious full bathroom with laundry. The basement has been upgraded with a French drain system leading to a new sump pit and houses the forced air system and water heater. Additional updates over the years include updated windows, newer hot water heater, and a newer roof.

Ideally situated near public transportation (31, 40, 41, and 43 bus routes, T1 trolley, and 30th Street Station), the home is minutes from the Lancaster Avenue corridor, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and within one mile of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. With its solid condition, functional layout, and desirable location, this property offers both comfortable owner occupancy and long term investment potential.

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  • Listing updated: October 27, 2026 at 12:52 am
  • Listing Provided by: Michael F Dixon (215) 353-1882 | Coldwell Banker Realty (610) 828-9558
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2595516 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Townhouse

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    Mantua

  • Year Built

    1925

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,170 sqft

  • Lot Size

    1,162 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2595516

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    200

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathrooms: 2

Interior

  • Flooring

    Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile

  • Appliances

    Built In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/range Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Interior Features

    Floor Plan Open, Kitchen Eat In, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Exterior Features

    Flood Lights, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1925

  • Home type

    Townhouse

  • Architectural Style

    Straight Thru

  • Construction Materials

    Masonry

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Property Condition

    Good

  • Roof

    Flat

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Electric

    100 Amp Service

  • Basement

    Unfinished

  • Utilities

    Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Mantua

Price History

DateEventPrice

07/25/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2595516

Price Decreased

$257,000 -1.15%

$220/sqft

03/28/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2595516

Listed for Sale

$260,000 +32.65%

$222/sqft

01/08/2021

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH937590

Sold

$196,000

$168/sqft

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