1537 Swain St, Philadelphia, PA, 19130
About This Home
5-Bedroom, 3.5-Bath Home situated in the amazing Fairmount community just minutes from the heart of Center City. This beautifully designed, spacious home offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic charm. Featuring gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, central heating and air, a finished basement which includes the fifth bedroom, and an inviting fireplace in the living room, this home is built for both style and convenience. The first floor boasts an open-concept layout with a bright living room, a stylish dining area, and a chef’s kitchen equipped with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. A half bath is also conveniently located on this level. Step out onto the private patio, perfect for grilling and entertaining. The fully finished basement adds incredible versatility, complete with a separate bedroom and a full bathroom—ideal for guests, a home office, or a private retreat. On the second and third floors, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, each filled with natural light. The third-floor rear bedroom features its own private deck, offering a serene outdoor escape. Each floor also includes a full bathroom, ensuring comfort and convenience for everyone. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a spacious, stylish home in a prime location! The property is currently tenant occupied at $2,875 per month expiring 7/31/2026.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Construction materials: Masonry
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Has Laundry
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,757
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,757
- Total interior livable area: 1,757 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 152184400
- Zoning: RM1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 900 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 15.00 x 61.00
Parking
- Parking features: None
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $2,624 | $31,488 |
| Home Insurance * | $307 | $3,684 |
| Property Taxes | $683 | $8,196 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $3,838 | $46,056 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Price change | $519,000 |
| 2026-06-01 | Price change | $540,000 |
| 2026-05-28 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
| 2026-05-07 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
| 2026-04-14 | Listed for rent | $3,300 |
| 2026-03-04 | Listing removed | $590,000 |
| 2025-10-27 | Price change | $590,000 |
| 2025-09-03 | Price change | $600,000 |
| 2025-03-24 | Listed for sale | $625,000 |
| 2024-06-29 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-05-08 | Listed for rent | $2,800 |
| 2020-05-26 | Listing removed | $2,700 |
| 2020-05-14 | Price change | $2,700 |
| 2020-04-09 | Listed for rent | $2,800 |
| 2018-05-06 | Listing removed | $2,800 |
| 2018-03-14 | Listed for rent | $2,800 |
| 2014-06-14 | Listing removed | $2,499 |
| 2014-06-09 | Listed for rent | $2,499 |
| 2011-04-25 | Listing removed | $2,500 |
| 2011-03-07 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2008-08-11 | Sold | $148,000 |
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