828 Mercer Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125-3519 $359,900

Beds/Baths: 3/1.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 920
Acreage: 0.02
Age:100 years
Style:
Traditional
MLS#: PAPH2493620
Subdivision: Fishtown
Design/Type:
Interior Row/Townhouse

Description

Location, Location, Location. Charming 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Fishtown Home with Original Details & Modern Updates. Welcome to 828 Mercer Street—a beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated home in the heart of always-desirable Fishtown and in the sought-after Adaire School Catchment. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home has been meticulously updated inside and out while retaining its original charm and craftsmanship. Step through the restored Tofani Star wood front door into a bright tiled vestibule featuring vintage Pink and White heart-patterned tiles. Inside, you’ll find just refinished original Heart Pine hardwood floors, restored millwork, moldings, railings, and banisters, and all-new Matte Black ceiling fans and light fixtures that add a modern, cohesive touch throughout. The updated eat-in kitchen features 42-inch White cabinets, solid surface countertops, and brand new stainless steel appliances. A updated spacious full bath includes a tub/shower combo, while the large basement offers additional living and storage space, a half bath, built-in shelving, and a Cedar-lined closet, a gas furnace and hot water heater. A brand new Speed Queen washer and dryer set and double utility sink is also included. Additional updates include a brand new roof with a 10 year warranty, replacement windows, and the entire interior and exterior were just professionally painted, making this home truly move-in ready. The fenced and gated backyard is ideal for pets, kids, gardening, or entertaining. This home offers abundant storage and closet space across all three levels and is just steps from Hetzell Playground, Adaire Elementary School, Palmer Park, Palmer Doggie Depot, and Fishtown’s best restaurants, bars, shops, cafes and music venues. Enjoy unbeatable walkability—just minutes to Frankford Ave, Girard Ave, and Delaware Ave hotspots. Walk to ReAnimator Coffee, La Colombe, Suraya, Kalaya, Middle Child Clubhouse, Bastia, Two Robbers, Kraftwork, Lloyd, Weckerly’s & Jeni's Ice Cream, Les & Doreen’s Happy Tap, Fishtown Tavern, Kismet & Philly Style Bagels, Gilda, Wonder Fishtown, Johnny Brenda’s, Wm. Mulherin’s Sons, Next of Kin, Percy, Fette Sau, Char, Pizza Shackamaxon, Pizza Beddia, Goldie, Liberty Kitchen, Laser Wolf, Joe’s Steaks, Ekta, Sancho Pistola’s, Dottie’s Donuts, Cedar Point, Front Street & Green Eggs Cafes, Jinxed, Milkcrate Cafe, Percy, Barcade, Garage, Loco Pez, Whipped & Cake Life Bakeshops, Ama, Riverwards Produce Market, Amrita Yoga, Cedar Point Bar & Kitchen, Firth & Wilson Bicycle Shop, Lokal & Anna & Bel hotels, and more. Ideal for commuters, the home offers easy access to I-95 and is walkable to the Market-Frankford Line and multiple bus routes. From your doorstep, you’re just 10–15 minutes to 30th Street Station and approximately 20 minutes to Philadelphia International Airport. It’s also a short drive to the city’s best green spaces, including Fairmount Park and Wissahickon Valley Park—perfect for hiking, biking, dog walking, or just getting into nature without leaving the city. Homes on Mercer Street rarely become available—don’t miss your chance to live in one of the most vibrant, design-forward neighborhoods in Philadelphia. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, the 2025 property taxes would be $2710.

Primary Bed: Upper 1
Bedroom 2: Upper 1
Bedroom 3: Upper 1
Living Room: Main
Dining Room: Main
Kitchen: Main
Foyer: Main
Basement: Lower 1
Laundry: Lower 1

Taxes: $4,109
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Philadelphia City

Features

Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Natural Gas, Wall Unit Cooling, Window Unit(s) Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers

Garage/Parking
On Street

Interior
Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Full Basement, Interior Access Basement, Basement Shelving, Basement Windows, Basement Workshop, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Energy Efficient Windows, Insulated Windows, Replacement Windows, Window Screens, Double Hung Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Insulated Doors, Six Panel Doors, Storm Doors, Double Entry, Security System, Smoke Detector

Exterior
Stone Foundation, Flat Roof, Brick Exterior, Patio(s), Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Awning(s)

Lot
Level Lot, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Private Lot, Chain Link Fence, Fully Fenced

Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC , (267) 435-8015, marianne.dillon@compass.com

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