2226 MEMPHIS ST Open House Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Philadelphia,PA 19125
OPEN HOUSE
Sun Oct 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,284 sqft
Price per Sqft $264
Subdivision Fishtown
MLS Listing ID PAPH2546410
Style Contemporary
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 864
Year Built 1875
Available Date 2025-10-19
Annual Tax Amount $4,270
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 648 Sqft
Acres 0.01
Property Sub-Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Location, Location, Location. Charming 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Fishtown Home with Original Details, Character & Modern Updates with central air, gas heat, hot water & cooking, a heated & cooled finished basement/family room (could be a 3rd bedroom) and fenced private rear yard. Welcome to 2226 Memphis Street—a beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated home in the heart of always-desirable Fishtown. Owner occupied since 2017, the home gets great light and all day sun. Harder to find wide open first floor with wide open living room, dining room & kitchen. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath (full bath has radiant floor heating!), finished basement/family room home has been updated inside and out while retaining its original charm and craftsmanship. Inside, you'll find exposed brick walls and exposed ceiling beams, restored millwork, moldings, railings, and banisters, and all-new recessed LED lights, Brushed Brass light fixtures that add a modern, cohesive touch throughout. The updated cooks' kitchen with a breakfast bar features Oak Moss cabinets with Brushed Brass hardware, stone countertops, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, gas range/oven, range hood, disposal, Matte Black faucet, subway tile backsplash, pantry with plenty of cabinets and counter space. An updated spacious full bath includes a tub/shower combo, while the large finished basement/family room could also be used as a third bedroom, kids/pets playroom, home office or business, Peloton/fitness studio, workshop offers additional living and storage space, an updated half bath, built-in shelving, a gas furnace, hot water heater, washer and dryer. Additional updates include exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, flooring, replacement windows, Nest thermostat, fencing, raised vegetable beds and the entire interior and exterior of the home were just professionally painted, making this home truly move-in ready. The fenced backyard with raised vegetable, flower and plant beds 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 Frankford Avenue, Riverwards Produce Market, Konrad Square/Park, and Fishtown's best restaurants, bars, shops, cafes and music venues. Enjoy unbeatable walkability—just minutes to everything. Walk to ReAnimator Coffee, La Colombe, Vessel, Coffee House Too, Suraya, Kalaya, Loco Pez, Picnic, Meetinghouse, Middle Child Clubhouse, Bastia, Evil Genius, 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, St. Oners, Percy, Barcade, Garage, Loco Pez, Whipped & Cake Life Bakeshops, Ama, Amrita Yoga, Philadelphia, Brewing Company, 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 Memphis Street this-close to Frankford Avenue 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 estimated 2025 property taxes would be $2871. All showings begin at the Grand Opening Public Open House this Sunday, October 19 from 11 am to 1 pm.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19125 (19125)
Zoning RSA5
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Kitchen,Family Room,Laundry,Utility Room,Full Bath,Half Bath
Basement Drainage System,Fully Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Access,Shelving,Space For Rooms,Water Proofing System,Windows,Sump Pump
Interior
Interior Features Bathroom - Tub Shower,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Exposed Beams,Floor Plan - Open,Kitchen - Island,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air,Programmable Thermostat
Cooling Central A/C,Programmable Thermostat
Flooring Hardwood,Luxury Vinyl Plank,Ceramic Tile,Carpet
Inclusions Refrigerator, Gas Range/Oven, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer. All inclusions convey in as-is condition.
Equipment Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Water Heater,Washer,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Oven/Range - Gas
Window Features Double Hung,Energy Efficient,ENERGY STAR Qualified,Double Pane,Insulated,Low-E
Appliance Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Water Heater,Washer,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Oven/Range - Gas
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Fence Fully,Privacy,Wood
Water Access N
Roof Type Pitched
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s)
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Level,Private,Rear Yard
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Above Ground Finished SqFt 864
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Contemporary
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
Structure Type Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 312004600
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 1284
Special Listing Condition Standard