2020 N 17th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19121
About This Home
Located just steps from Temple University, 2020 N 17th Street is a spacious 6-bedroom, 2.5-bath investment property in the heart of Temple’s off-campus housing corridor. Positioned on a highly desirable block with strong student rental demand, this well-maintained home offers an ideal combination of size, functionality, and location. The property features an open-concept main living area with high ceilings, oversized windows, and abundant natural light throughout. The updated kitchen includes ample cabinet storage, durable tile flooring, full-size appliances, and generous prep space, creating a practical layout for student living. All six bedrooms are well-proportioned with large windows, ceiling fans, and ample closet space. Two full bathrooms feature dual vanities and full tub/showers, while an additional powder room in the basement adds convenience for larger groups. Additional highlights include a fenced rear yard, unfinished basement with storage potential, and easy access to public transportation, campus facilities, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities. A strong opportunity for investors seeking a turn-key student rental in one of Philadelphia’s most consistently active rental markets
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Excellent Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2008
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- 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: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 6
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,131
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,131
- Total interior livable area: 2,131 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 321204600
- Zoning: RM1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1,136 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 17.00 x 67.00
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
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Earthquake
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
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 | $1,466 | $17,592 |
| Home Insurance * | $387 | $4,644 |
| Property Taxes | $385 | $4,620 |
| Electricity | $233 | $2,805 |
| Total | $2,471 | $29,652 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
WildfireHailWindHow 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 $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-07 | Price change | $290,000 |
| 2026-05-14 | Listed for sale | $305,000 |
| 2025-08-02 | Listing removed | $334,990 |
| 2025-05-21 | Listed for sale | $334,990 |
| 2024-06-06 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-01-23 | Price change | $3,100 |
| 2024-01-06 | Listed for rent | $3,700 |
| 2023-07-05 | Listing removed | $400,000 |
| 2023-06-06 | Price change | $400,000 |
| 2023-04-13 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
| 2022-08-29 | Listing removed | $470,000 |
| 2022-05-30 | Listed for sale | $470,000 |
| 2022-02-26 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-02-15 | Listed for rent | $3,600 |
| 2020-02-22 | Listing removed | $3,600 |
| 2019-12-16 | Listed for rent | $3,600 |
| 2019-01-12 | Listing removed | $3,500 |
| 2018-11-26 | Price change | $3,500 |
| 2018-11-05 | Listed for rent | $3,600 |
| 2017-12-28 | Listing removed | $3,500 |
| 2017-12-07 | Listed for rent | $3,500 |
| 2008-07-10 | Sold | $35,000 |
| 2007-09-21 | Sold | $1,000 |
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