829 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19147
About This Home
Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in this beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in the heart of Philadelphia's highly desirable Queen Village neighborhood. Featuring original hardwood floors, an exposed red brick fireplace, classic chair rail molding, and abundant natural light, this home offers timeless character and is ready for a new owner! The main level welcomes you with a warm and inviting living room, flowing into an updated kitchen with ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a large breakfast bar perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Just beyond the kitchen, enjoy a private rear patio—ideal for outdoor dining, gardening, or relaxing. The second and third floors offer spacious bedrooms that comfortably fit queen-sized furniture, full bathrooms, and unique landings featuring floor-to-ceiling closets and custom built-in shelving, providing exceptional storage rarely found in historic homes. The fourth floor is a versatile retreat featuring an additional bedroom and dedicated home office or flex space surrounded by charming east- and west-facing dormer windows that fill the space with natural light. The partially finished basement includes a laundry area with washer and dryer, additional storage, and flexible space for a home gym, workshop, or recreation room. Located within the highly sought-after Meredith School catchment, this home places you just steps from the best of Queen Village and Fabric Row. Enjoy walking to Headhouse Square Farmers Market, Mario Lanza Park, neighborhood cafés, award-winning restaurants, boutiques, and local favorites. Whole Foods is less than one mile away, with easy access to Center City, public transportation, Penn's Landing, and major highways. Come check out all this property has to offer, schedule your tour today!
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Good Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Masonry
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,295
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Heat Pump,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,295
- Total interior livable area: 1,295 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 022128210
- Zoning: CMX1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 493 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 10.00 x 51.00
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,654 | $31,848 |
| Home Insurance * | $151 | $1,812 |
| Property Taxes | $516 | $6,192 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $3,545 | $42,540 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
Hail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-01 | Price change | $525,000 |
| 2026-07-16 | Price change | $545,000 |
| 2026-07-02 | Listed for sale | $565,000 |
| 2019-06-21 | Sold | $382,500 |
| 2019-05-10 | Pending sale | $397,500 |
| 2019-04-16 | Price change | $397,500 |
| 2019-03-27 | Price change | $400,000 |
| 2019-03-05 | Pending sale | $390,000 |
| 2019-01-30 | Listed for sale | $400,000 |
| 2015-07-09 | Sold | $19,200 |
| 2014-06-09 | Sold | $321,000 |
| 2014-03-20 | Price change | $339,000 |
| 2014-02-26 | Listed for sale | $349,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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