247 Fitzwater Street • Philadelphia, PA 19147

$525,000 Beds: 3 • Baths: 1 full 1 partial • Sq. Feet: 1300 • MLS ID: PAPH2622252 • Subdivision: QUEEN VILLAGE • School Dist: PHILADELPHIA CITY
Charming and full of potential, this adorable two-and-a-half-story home is ideally situated on one of Queen Village’s most beautiful tree-lined blocks within the highly sought-after William M. Meredith School catchment. Offering three bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, and a wonderful layout, this lovingly cared-for residence presents an exceptional opportunity for a buyer looking to personalize a classic Philadelphia home in an unbeatable location. Enter into a spacious open living and dining area featuring high ceilings and great natural flow, leading to a sizable eat-in kitchen with abundant cabinetry, wide-plank laminate flooring, and a window overlooking the rear garden. A side door off the kitchen opens to a generously sized outdoor yard area, perfect for gardening, entertaining, or relaxing. The second floor offers a bright front bedroom with high ceilings and two closets, a middle bedroom with a deep closet, and a full tile hall bath. The top level features a charming dormer-style third bedroom complete with built-ins and windows facing both north and south, creating a light-filled and inviting space. The semi-finished basement offers high ceilings, laundry, mechanicals, and excellent storage space. Lovingly maintained over the years, this solid home offers a wonderful opportunity for the next owner to update and personalize . Just steps from neighborhood cafés, parks, shops, and all the charm the area is known for. View this listing at: http://karenrisserrealtor.com/mls=PAPH2622252

Property Features

  • Taxes: $6,397
  • Basement: Yes
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.02 Acre(S)
  • Heating: Radiator
  • Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Wall Unit
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Stories: 2.5
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • Additional Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Appliances: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Basement: Partially Finished,Full
  • SQFT Total Finished: 1300
  • SQFT Above Finished: 1300
  • Interior: Attic,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Carpet,Combination Dining/Living,Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Laminate Plank

School Information

  • Elementary School: WILLIAM M. MEREDITH SCHOOL
  • School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
Printed May 27, 2026


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