2480 Emerald St, Philadelphia, PA, 19125
About This Home
Welcome to this stunning new construction home in the heart of East Kensington, one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant and rapidly growing neighborhoods. This home is a corner row so enjoy all the extra natural light from the wall of extra windows .Built by a well-known local developer, this thoughtfully designed 3-story home with a finished basement offers modern finishes, flexible living space, and a 10-year tax abatement plus a 1-year builder warranty. Step inside to an open and inviting main level featuring hardwood flooring throughout, a spacious living room, dining area, and a beautifully designed kitchen. The kitchen showcases quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, stylish backsplash, and modern cabinetry, making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen is a nice-sized private backyard, ideal for relaxing, gardening, or hosting gatherings. The finished basement adds valuable living space and includes a bedroom, full bathroom, and flexible area that could be used as a home office, gym, media room, or guest space. On the second floor, you’ll find a convenient washer and dryer closet, two generously sized bedrooms, and a full hall bathroom. The third floor is dedicated to the owner’s suite, offering privacy and comfort with a spacious bedroom, three closets, and a luxurious full bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. This level also includes an additional bedroom that can easily serve as an office, nursery, or flex space Top it all off with a full roof deck, providing the perfect spot to enjoy city views, relax, or entertain guests. Located in red-hot East Kensington (19125), this home offers close proximity to restaurants, cafes, shopping, and public transportation, making it an ideal blend of modern living and urban convenience.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent
- New construction: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar,Concrete Perimeter
- Construction materials: Brick,Concrete
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Has Laundry,Upper Level
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 311070800
- Zoning: CMX1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 2,100 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 16.00 x 64.00
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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 | $2,528 | $30,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $256 | $3,072 |
| Property Taxes | $496 | $5,952 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $3,504 | $42,048 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $499,990 |
| 2026-07-14 | Price change | $519,990 |
| 2026-06-23 | Listed for sale | $525,000 |
| 2019-02-05 | Sold | $37,800 |
| 2000-06-29 | Sold | $5,328 |
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