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$215,815$225 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $73,000 on Jun 13, 2016

1639 E HOWELL ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
3
Beds
1
Baths
960 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,740 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$216K
$196K low$236K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$73,000 · Jun 13, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,083 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$187,900 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$177,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$187,900

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.52
67
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(4)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
William H. Ziegler Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.0 mi
H
Frankford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19149These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.59,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23,624 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,515
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,127
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1639 E Howell St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 70% of homes in Mayfair
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Philadelphia 19149
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Philadelphia 19149
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Philadelphia 19149

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19149

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$161K$305K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Philadelphia 19149.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19149

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19149.

Estimated value$215,815
CheaperTypical $228,397Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,194 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 1639 E Howell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMayfairPhiladelphia 19149Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,81530% of homes33% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22587% of homes91% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²7% of homes6% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,740 ft²55% of homes66% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than195089% of homes97% of homes75% of homes

About 1639 E Howell St

How much is 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA is $215,815 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $195,747 to $235,883. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Jun 13, 2016 for $73,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA?

1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA built?

1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA?

1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to William H. Ziegler Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Frankford High School (high), rated F. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19149?

Among the 17,833 homes in Philadelphia 19149, it is worth more than 33% of them ($215,815 against a typical $228,397), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($225 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 6% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,194 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²) and it is newer than 97% of them (1950 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 51% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1639 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA was $1,083. The county assessed it at $187,900.

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