




6709 Charles St, Philadelphia, PA, 19135
About This Home
Welcome home! Nestled in the heart of the desirable Tacony neighborhood, this exceptional twin home offers a rare combination of size, modern updates, and versatility that is hard to find in the area. Conveniently located near major highways, shopping centers, parks, and recreational fields, you'll enjoy easy access to everything Philadelphia has to offer while still benefiting from the comfort of a residential setting. From the moment you arrive, you'll notice this home stands apart from neighboring properties with its generous footprint and impressive living space spread across three finished levels. Enter through the welcoming front mudroom, which leads into a spacious living room filled with natural light. A beautiful set of French doors opens to the dining area and expansive kitchen, creating the perfect space for everyday living and entertaining. This level also features a large storage closet, a convenient powder room, basement access, and an additional rear living area that offers endless possibilities as a family room, entertainment space, home office, playroom, or whatever best suits your lifestyle. The second floor continues to impress with three generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom. A truly unique feature for the neighborhood is the private second-floor balcony, where you can unwind, enjoy your morning coffee, soak up the sun, and take in peaceful views of the open field behind the property. The finished lower level adds tremendous value and flexibility, featuring its own exterior entrance, two additional bedrooms, another full bathroom, and a spacious laundry room. Whether you're accommodating extended family, creating guest quarters, setting up a home office, or exploring investment opportunities, this level offers exceptional versatility. Recent renovations and major system upgrades provide peace of mind, including newer HVAC, mini-split systems, water heater, roof, blacktop driveway, and patio. Outside, you'll find a detached garage, a fenced rear yard for added privacy, and plenty of outdoor space for gatherings, barbecues, and entertaining friends and family. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer searching for a move-in ready home, a growing family in need of space, or an investor seeking a property with outstanding potential, 6709 Charles Street presents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home with room to grow, relax, and create lasting memories. This is one you won't want to miss.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction materials: Masonry
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2026
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 671
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 671
- Finished area above ground: 1,731
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ductless,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,402
- Total interior livable area: 2,402 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 552234700
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1,849 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 15.00 x 120.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Earthquake
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- 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 | $2,199 | $26,388 |
| Home Insurance * | $244 | $2,928 |
| Property Taxes | $438 | $5,256 |
| Electricity | $263 | $3,162 |
| Total | $3,144 | $37,728 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
How 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Contingent | $435,000 |
| 2026-06-22 | Listed for sale | $435,000 |
| 2025-11-24 | Sold | $275,000 |
| 2025-11-06 | Pending sale | $299,999 |
| 2025-10-31 | Listed for sale | $299,999 |
| 1997-01-17 | Sold | $57,500 |
