Welcome to 405 S 51st Street - a stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bath Victorian twin located in the heart of West Philadelphia. This elegant home showcases timeless character with meticulously preserved original woodwork, walnut fireplaces, and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The spacious layout highlights the craftsmanship and charm of a bygone era. The third floor includes a second kitchen - ideal for a live-in nanny, au pair, or in-law suite. Enjoy peace of mind with well-maintained mechanicals, brand new electrical throughout, and a roof in good condition. Conveniently located near public transit, this home offers easy access to University City, Center City, and all that West Philly has to offer. The house sits directly across from the beautiful Malcolm X Park, home to community events, live jazz concerts, and the annual Juneteenth Festival. Nearby you will find an abundance of amazing restaurants, cafes, and shops such as Loco Pez, Toast Cafe, Reanimator coffee, and Carbon Copy Brewery. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia's architectural history in a thriving, culturally rich neighborhood!"
Property Features
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Bonus Room Level: Main
- Living Room Level: Main
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central A/C
- Heating Features: Forced Air
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Level: Main
- 2nd Kitchen Level: Upper 2
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.05
- Lot Size Square Feet: 2000
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: On Street
Homeowners Association
- Association: No
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
- Senior Community: No
School Information
- School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 8235
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Disclaimer: Standard
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: PHILADELPHIA (WEST)
- Postal Code Plus 4: 1607
- Subdivision: PHILADELPHIA (WEST)
- Township: PHILADELPHIA
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2880
- Year Built: 1925
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2880
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Levels: 3
- Property Age: 100
- Levels or Stories: 3
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Total Area Sqft: 2880
- Architectural Style: Victorian