637 Powell St, Gloucester City, NJ, 08030
About This Home
Opportunity Meets Location at 637 Powell Street! Whether you're searching for your next home or a property with exceptional investment potential, this beautifully updated residence offers the best of both worlds. Ideally located in the heart of Gloucester City, just minutes from Center City Philadelphia via major highways, this property is also near the approved Meridian Freedom Pier redevelopment, placing it in one of South Jersey's most exciting areas for future growth. Start your mornings or unwind in the evenings on the inviting front porch, the perfect spot to enjoy your favorite beverage and connect with the neighborhood. Inside, this renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath twin welcomes you with a bright, modern interior featuring fresh neutral paint, stylish new flooring throughout, and a stunning gourmet kitchen complete with Quartz countertops and sleek stainless steel appliances. The thoughtfully updated living spaces provide a move-in-ready experience with contemporary finishes designed for today's lifestyle, and the full-size basement offers abundant additional space for storage, utilities, laundry, or future possibilities. Step outside to a beautifully maintained, fully fenced backyard with a deck that offers the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, or letting pets play freely. A shed with electrical adds valuable storage and versatility, while off-street parking for two vehicles provides an added layer of everyday convenience in this desirable location. Adding even more value are the additional subdividable parcels (subject to municipal approvals), creating a rare opportunity for homeowners seeking extra land or investors and developers looking to capitalize on future appreciation and development potential. With low property taxes, modern renovations, convenient access to shopping, dining, major commuter routes, and the exciting future Meridian Freedom Pier project, 637 Powell Street is a unique opportunity to own a move-in-ready home with exceptional long-term upside. Live in it, invest in it, or develop it—the choice is yours! Schedule your private showing today and discover all the possibilities this remarkable property has to offer! (Pictures have been virtually staged/enhanced using AI)
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Pitched
- Construction materials: Frame
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2005
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedroom1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 128
- Dimensions: 8 X 16
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 X 16
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Vinyl,Carpet
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,056
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,056
- Total interior livable area: 1,056 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 10 X 16
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 X 16
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 X 16
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 140007400002 02
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: RESID
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Refrigerator,W / D,Spaceship Light,Tv Mounts,Cameras / Mount,Security System.
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks,Street Lights,Storage
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Lot size: 1,991 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot,Flag Lot,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
- Lot size dimensions: 20.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved,On Street,Driveway,Off Site
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered 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
- Coastal Flooding
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey 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 | $1,188 | $14,256 |
| Home Insurance * | $140 | $1,680 |
| Property Taxes | $483 | $5,796 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $2,004 | $24,048 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-15 | Listed for sale | $235,000 |
| 2024-12-18 | Sold | $214,900 |
| 2024-11-04 | Pending sale | $219,900 |
| 2024-10-10 | Listed for sale | $219,900 |
| 2006-11-13 | Sold | $119,900 |
| 2005-03-03 | Sold | $62,500 |
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