Fairmount Homes under $500,000

Location, location, location! Welcome to 1704 Wallace Street, Unit 202, a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo ideally situated in Philadelphia’s highly desirable Art Museum/Fairmount neighborhood. Freshly painted and featuring brand-new carpeting in the bedroom, this second-floor rear unit is move-in ready and offers a great combination of character, comfort, and convenience. The home features hardwood floors, crown molding, recessed lighting, a fireplace, in-unit washer and dryer, and a well-appointed kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The location is the true standout. Just minutes from Kelly Drive and the Schuylkill River Trail, you’ll have easy access to some of the city’s best running, biking, and outdoor recreation. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, Fairmount Avenue, neighborhood cafés and restaurants, shopping, and Center City are all within easy reach. Whether you’re looking for your next home or a convenient city retreat, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the lifestyle and walkability that make the Art Museum/Fairmount neighborhood such a desirable place to call home.

1704 Wallace St Unit 202, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of KW Empower. Contact:

$279,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Welcome to 2929 W Harper Street, a beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home tucked away on a charming residential block in the heart of Fairmount. Recently refurbished with a fresh, modern feel throughout, this home offers the perfect blend of classic Philadelphia character and stylish, move-in-ready living. Step inside to a bright and inviting open-concept living and dining space, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Fresh finishes, clean lines, and abundant natural light create a warm and welcoming atmosphere from the moment you walk through the door. The refreshed kitchen provides a functional and contemporary space for cooking and gathering, while two well-proportioned bedrooms offer flexibility for a primary bedroom, guest room, home office, or additional living space. A crisp, updated full bathroom completes the interior. Beyond the home itself, the location is truly hard to beat. Enjoy everything that makes Fairmount one of Philadelphia’s most desirable neighborhoods, with neighborhood cafés, restaurants, bars, shops, parks, and everyday conveniences all close at hand. Spend weekends exploring the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Kelly Drive, Boathouse Row, Fairmount Park, and the Schuylkill River Trail, or take advantage of easy access to Center City and public transportation. Offering a freshly updated interior, comfortable two-bedroom layout, and an exceptional Fairmount location, 2929 W Harper Street is the perfect opportunity to enjoy city living in one of Philadelphia’s most beloved neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today and come see everything this charming home has to offer!

2929 W Harper St, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Loonstyn Brothers Realty LLC. Contact:

$450,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

It doesn't get any better than the view of Philadelphia from the twenty first floor of the Philadelphian at 2401 Pennsylvania Ave. Step out on your balcony with your morning coffee and start the day feeling the pulse of the city. Inside the unit is full of light from the extra high windows. The living area is large enough to hold a nice gathering comfortably. A natural brick wall adds warmth and charm to the kitchen. The wall to the bedroom has extra closet space and inside extra shelving and drawers. All the utilities, basic cable, internet. indoor/outdoor pool and shuttle service around the city 6 days a week are included in the HOA fee. Valet garage parking is $209 per month at a first come first serve basis. There is a bank, grocery store, pharmacy, restaurant/bar and a beauty parlor on the lobby floor. All your basic needs are just and elevator ride away. The residents enjoy an active social life with weekly movies, guest speakers. card and game clubs and holiday parties to name a few. The building has a no smoking no pet policy. Approved service animal are permitted.

Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of KW Empower. Contact:

$379,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Classic Fairmount row on a charming tree-lined street with an 85-foot-deep lot. Good condition and ready for its next owner to make their own. The details and charm that matter are still intact here, hasn't been flipped with the history sanded off. Step inside to a combined living and dining room with high ceilings, original hardwoods and staircase, crown molding, and updated lighting. The sunny kitchen has a gas range, white cabinetry, and opens out to a large yard with plenty of room for a deck, a garden, dogs, or all three. Upstairs are two good-sized bedrooms. The primary has a walk-in closet with custom Elfa shelving. The bath is bigger than usual, with a window and a large double vanity. The second bedroom is a comfortable size, whether you need another bedroom or an office. Interior doors are solid wood, and fresh paint throughout keeps it clean and current, so you can move in or update and put your own stamp on it over time. The full basement is unfinished, with a washer and dryer in place and plenty of room for storage. Central air and gas heat keep the house comfortable year-round. Great location near everything Fairmount and Brewerytown have to offer. Grab coffee at Lucky Goat, Musette, or Brown Street. Dinner and drinks are steps away, including Human Robot, Spot Burger, Baby's Kusina, Otto's Taproom, Hilltown Tavern, and RyBrew. The Schuylkill River Trail, Kelly Drive, and Fairmount Park are nearby for runs, rides and dog walks, and the Art Museum is right here. SEPTA buses and trolleys are close by, with easy access to Center City and beyond.

2810 Cambridge St, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact:

$340,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

INVESTOR OR HANDY HOMEBUYER SPECIAL!! Bring your vision to this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home on a great block in the heart of Fairmount. Refresh it with modern updates, or explore the potential to add a third level, subject to the necessary approvals. With a basement and rear patio, there’s plenty to work with. Remodeled photos are for illustrative purposes only, showcasing the home’s potential and do not reflect its current condition. Come see the possibilities for yourself—schedule your showing today!

861 N Bambrey St, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Real Estate-Langhorne. Contact:

$204,890

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Welcome to your new light-filled brick rowhome. Inside, the main level unfolds with smooth, continuous wood-laminate flooring, warm neutral paint, and an open layout tailored for easy living. The open kitchen features gas cooking and white cabinetry. Upstairs, generous bedrooms offer quiet retreats complete with rich flooring and substantial closet space, all anchored by a full bathroom outfitted with a clean vanity and full tub surround. Tucked away on a quiet North Philly block, this address places you merely one block from Broad Street's central transit options and a short stroll from world-class live entertainment at the historic MET. For those buying their first home, this move-in-ready layout, updated finishes, and easy access to Broad Street make settling in simple from day one.

1523 W Thompson St, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Houwzer, LLC. Contact:

$429,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Welcome to 2934 Poplar Street, a charming two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home in Philadelphia’s highly desirable Fairmount/Art Museum neighborhood, offering the character of a classic Philadelphia rowhome with thoughtful modern updates, flexible living space, and an exceptional location near the Art Museum and Schuylkill River. The main level features beautiful hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and a comfortable layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The living area flows into a dedicated dining space and an updated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances. Beyond the kitchen is an additional light-filled bonus space that adds tremendous flexibility to the floor plan and can easily function as a home office, breakfast area, additional dining space, reading room, or sitting area. Upstairs are two bedrooms, each offering its own distinctive character. The spacious primary bedroom features exposed beams, vaulted high ceilings, excellent natural light, a walk-in closet, and additional loft-style storage, creating a unique combination of historic charm and functionality. The rear bedroom features direct access to a private second-floor deck, providing valuable outdoor space rarely found in homes of this size. The full bathroom includes dual vanities and an oversized walk-in shower with two showerheads. The lower level provides even more usable flexible living space with a half bathroom and substantial storage, giving homeowners room for bikes, seasonal items, workout equipment, or additional household storage. The location is one of the home's strongest features. Situated in the heart of Fairmount, 2934 Poplar Street is approximately a 10-minute walk from the Philadelphia Museum of Art and just minutes from the Schuylkill River Trail, Boathouse Row, Kelly Drive, Whole foods and Fairmount Park, putting some of Philadelphia’s best recreation and cultural destinations practically outside your door. The Philadelphia Museum of Art sits directly alongside the Schuylkill River Trail, making the area especially convenient for walking, running, and cycling. With two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, hardwood floors, exposed beams, a walk-in closet, private balcony, flexible bonus space, generous basement storage, and an outstanding Fairmount location, 2934 Poplar Street offers a rare combination of historic Philadelphia charm, modern comfort, outdoor access, and walkability to some of the city’s most recognizable destinations.

2934 Poplar St, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact:

$389,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

NEWER ROOF● NEWER MECHANICALS● NEW DECK● FULLY UPDATED. Welcome to 20 Fleetwood Place, a beautiful home tucked away on a cul-de-sac. Offering 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath and a desirable one level living, this charming L-shaped ranch combines modern updates, stylish finishes and extensive improvements. This home features a beautifully updated kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and updated cabinetry. Both full bathrooms have been refreshed with modern vanities, fixtures, lighting, and custom tile. Crown molding and shadow-box wood trim add an elegant finishing touch throughout. Newer roof, framing, insulation, drywall, windows, siding, heating system, central air conditioning, hot water heater, flooring, interior paint, trim, doors, and paved driveway—offering buyers an impressive list of improvements. The outdoor space is just as inviting! Step outside onto the new Trex deck, perfect for relaxing, grilling, or entertaining, overlooking a fully fenced-in yard with plenty of space to enjoy. With its desirable ranch-style layout, updated interior, extensive improvements, and fantastic outdoor living space, this home checks so many boxes. Move right in and start enjoying everything 20 Fleetwood Place has to offer!

20 Fleetwood Pl, Willingboro

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty, LLC. Contact:

$429,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Get ready to be wowed by this stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo and part of a luxury condo community. Ultra-luxurious, high-end new construction, with a backyard outdoor space. The first-floor features an incredibly modern yet elegant kitchen with seamless, soft-closing white shaker style cabinets and waterfall quartz countertops extend to a convenient breakfast bar, illuminated by large pendant lights. The 10 + ceilings create a dramatic effect to the living space. The modern chefs kitchen comes with stainless steel GE appliances with a gas range, Kohler Purist fixtures and white shaker style cabinets, offset by a luxurious Carrara marble backsplash. Your secluded private patio is accessed through PELLA sliding glass doors. Off the kitchen is a large bedroom, custom walk-in closet, and a monochrome ensuite bathroom with white cabinetry, quartz counters, hexagon tile floors, and matte black mullion shower doors. The lower level features another spacious bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. A third bedroom with built in closet space and with full hall bathroom, laundry closet, and an open bonus space complete the level. This apartment has plenty of modern conveniences including a SONOS Sound system, NEST thermostat, and an AIphone Intercom security system with exterior cameras. Every floor is lined with gypcrete concrete and AcoustiCORK flooring to prevent sound penetration between each floor, a construction feature not commonly practiced in many buildings. Around the corner from the Francisville playground - perfect for pet owners. This prime Fairmount/Francisville location is steps away from Fairmount and has a Walk Score of 92. Nearby dining includes Telas, Bar Hygge, Rybread café, and Engimono Sushi. Nearby shopping includes Whole Foods, Target, and Fine Wines & Good Spirits. Approx 5 years remaining on the tax abatement. 100% abated on the property assessment and annual real estate taxes below $1,000!

1910 Brown St Unit 2, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. Contact:

$100,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

ONLINE AUCTION - Bankruptcy Ordered Auction. Package Sale! This spacious three-story rowhome located in Philadelphia’s East Parkside neighborhood is being sold with three other properties in Philadelphia - including 2113 Simon St, 6113 McMahon St, and 2539 W Gordon St. Properties sell via online auction, and list price reflects opening bid amount. Final sale price will be determined through competitive bidding, and this sale is subject to court approval. Sale is being conducted pursuant to Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings pending in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida, Case No. 8:26-bk-01636-CPM, In re: RAD Diversified REIT, Inc., et al. Please contact listing agent for more information regarding the auction terms and conditions.

4141 Cambridge, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Sanford Alderfer Real Estate. Contact:

$420,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

A diamond in the rough with incredible Fairmount charm! Welcome to this charming, three level, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home in the heart of Philadelphia's sought after Fairmount section, where character, location, and incredible potential come together. This home needs work but for the buyer with vision, it offers a wonderful opportunity to restore and transform a property with tons of charm and personality. Bring your ideas, creativity, and renovation plans and make this home truly your own. And the location is hard to beat! Fairmount puts you close to some of Philadelphia's best restaurants, cafes, museums, entertainment, and city attractions, with so much to explore right outside your door! With 4 bdrooms, 2.5 baths, beautiful city views, and endless possibilities, this is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to create a special home in one of Philadelphia's most desirable neighborhoods. So bring your vision and your contractor and unlock the potential- this Fairmount gem is ready for its next chapter!

2928 Cambridge St, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty. Contact:

$275,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Rare contractor special: This two story home is an inside end of row with large windows (front, side and back), and high ceilings. The building has been gutted except for the staircase and some other original features that may be worth keeping. Current owner has a floor plan and the house is suitable for 3 bedroom 1.5 baths. Another special feature is the side yard between this house and the adjacent church in addition to the rear yard. The property is being sold as-is including the tools and materials that are left behind. 73.5 x 24 lot. Just pull your permits and start your work for your dream home/investment opportunity. 5 blocks from Fairmount Avenue

931 N 26th St, Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut. Contact:

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