856 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130

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856 N 20th St,Philadelphia, PA 19130
$575,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,720 sq. ft.
  • Townhouse
  • Active
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Listed by: derek j. greene
Office: the greene realty group
MLS#:PAPH2612244
Source:BRIGHTMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$575,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$334.3

About this home

Welcome to 856 N 20th Street, a classic Philadelphia rowhome ideally situated in the heart of the highly desirable Fairmount neighborhood. This home offers approximately 1,700+ square feet of living space across three levels, blending historic charm with everyday functionality. Step inside to find a traditional straight-through layout featuring generous living and dining areas, high ceilings, and abundant natural light. The home’s layout provides excellent flow for both comfortable living and entertaining. The kitchen offers ample space for customization, making it an ideal opportunity to create your dream culinary space. Upstairs, you’ll find multiple spacious bedrooms with flexible configurations for home office or guest use. The property also includes a full basement, providing additional storage or potential for future finishing. Outside, enjoy a private rear yard—perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing in the city. With its prime location just steps from Fairmount Avenue, the...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1920
  • Listing ID #:PAPH2612244
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:April 25, 2026 at 10:19 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Carpet, Wood
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Heated, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Side Entrance, Unfinished
  • Living area:1,720 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central A/C
  • Heating:Central, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1920
  • Building area:1,720 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.02 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Traditional
  • Construction Materials:Brick
  • Foundation Description:Permanent
  • Levels:3 Story

Schools

  • High school:BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
  • Middle school:LAURA W. WARING
  • Elementary school:LAURA W. WARING SCHOOL

Utilities

  • Water:Public

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$575,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$334.3
  • Tax amount:$7,997 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Amenities:Electric Available, Natural Gas Available

Parking

  • Parking description:Off Site