1920 E Firth St, Philadelphia, PA, 19125
About This Home
Charming townhome at 1920 E. Firth Street in East Kensington, blending original character with modern updates. The bright main level features an open living and dining area with restored hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and a cozy breakfast area perfect for everyday living. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms include a primary retreat with walk-in closet space and period details, while the full renovated bathroom showcases contemporary fixtures and a clean, spa-like finish. The finished lower level provides flexible space for a home office, family room, or gym, plus convenient in-unit laundry and additional storage. Outside, a private fenced rear patio creates a peaceful spot for entertaining or relaxing. Located on a tree-lined block with easy access to local shops, restaurants, transit options, and neighborhood parks, this well-maintained home offers a move-in-ready combination of historic charm and modern convenience.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1875
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Masonry
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Straight Thru
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 920
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 920
- Total interior livable area: 920 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 314045100
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 786 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 12.00 x 66.00
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 | $1,264 | $15,168 |
| Home Insurance * | $128 | $1,536 |
| Property Taxes | $231 | $2,772 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $1,847 | $22,164 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Price change | $250,000 |
| 2026-06-16 | Price change | $265,000 |
| 2026-05-26 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
| 2019-09-25 | Sold | $232,000 |
| 2019-09-18 | Listed for sale | $239,900 |
| 2019-07-31 | Pending sale | $239,900 |
| 2019-07-23 | Price change | $239,900 |
| 2019-07-16 | Listed for sale | $254,900 |
| 2019-06-12 | Listing removed | $259,900 |
| 2019-05-15 | Price change | $259,900 |
| 2019-05-04 | Price change | $269,900 |
| 2019-04-19 | Price change | $279,900 |
| 2019-03-21 | Listed for sale | $289,900 |
| 2018-05-24 | Sold | $120,000 |
| 2018-03-09 | Pending sale | $134,900 |
| 2018-03-01 | Price change | $134,900 |
| 2018-01-23 | Price change | $139,900 |
| 2017-12-19 | Price change | $144,900 |
| 2017-11-19 | Price change | $149,900 |
| 2017-11-17 | Price change | $154,900 |
| 2017-11-13 | Price change | $149,900 |
| 2017-11-07 | Price change | $154,900 |
| 2017-10-30 | Price change | $157,500 |
| 2017-10-13 | Listed for sale | $159,900 |
| 2012-08-07 | Listing removed | $675 |
| 2004-06-17 | Sold | $20,000 |
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