BEDS4
BATHS1 full 1 partial
SQUARE FEET1,380
MLS#PAPH2655374
STATUSACTIVE
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Townhouse
SUBDIVISIONMELROSE
SCHOOLPHILADELPHIA CITY
Property Description
**Price Improvement !!!** Welcome to 1521 W Shunk St, a spacious and well cared for South Philadelphia home set just one block off South Broad Street in the highly desirable Girard Estates/Melrose pocket, offering unmatched convenience and neighborhood appeal. This two story property features 4 bedrooms, providing the kind of flexible space for larger families, or work from home buyers truly need. The main level offers an inviting living and dining area with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light, leading into a generous kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and direct access to the rear yard and main floor laundry. A first floor half bath adds everyday practicality. Upstairs, all four bedrooms are well sized with great closet space, accompanied by a clean and functional full hall bath. A major upgrade was completed in July 2026 with the installation of brand new Central Air, delivering efficient cooling and year round comfort. The home also includes a large basement ready for storage or future finishing. With Broad Street transit, top neighborhood schools, parks, dining, and the Stadium District all within easy reach, this location offers the best of South Philly living. A rare opportunity to secure a move in ready home with exceptional space in one of the area’s most sought after neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today !
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Townhouse
Basement: Yes
Basement: Unfinished
Cooling: Central A/C
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Heating: Forced Air
Home Style: Traditional, Straight Thru
Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $3,979
Year Built: 1920
Feature Descriptions
Additional Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Exterior: Masonry
Lot Dimensions: 0.02 Acre(S)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Sewer: Public Sewer
SQFT Above Finished: 1380
SQFT Total Finished: 1380
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Water: Public
Local Schools
School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Realty Mark Associates
Agency Phone: 2153764444
Shown By
Agent Name: Karen Risser
Agent Phone: (717) 673-9319
Agency Title: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
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Estimated Payment
$ 1,159.75 per month $732.21 Principal & Interest $331.58 Property Tax $95.96 Homeowner's Insurance
Corporate Office - 215 S Centerville Rd. Lancaster, PA 17603
1521 W Shunk Street | MLS# PAPH2655374
This townhouse located at 1521 W Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $329,000. This property was built in 1920 and has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 partial baths with 1380 sq. ft. W Shunk Street is located in the MELROSE subdivision within the PHILADELPHIA CITY school district. Search MELROSE real estate on www.karenrisserrealtor.com today.