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$1,903,429$572 / 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 99How 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

238 MONROE ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,327 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.
1,564 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.9M
$1.9M low$1.9M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,484 (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.$1,621,000 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$324,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,296,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,558,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,621,000

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.39
1
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.
76
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.
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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

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

E
William M. Meredith SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Horace Furness High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19147These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,711
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24,684 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,361
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

238 Monroe 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Queen Village
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Philadelphia County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Philadelphia 19147
  • Older than 71% of homes in Philadelphia County

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19147

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

This home
$221K$1.3M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Philadelphia 19147.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19147

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19147.

Estimated value$1,903,429
CheaperTypical $495,638Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$572
CheaperTypical $353Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area3,327 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 871 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 238 Monroe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeQueen VillagePhiladelphia 19147Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,903,429almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57297% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than3,327 ft²95% of homes96% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,564 ft²83% of homes90% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than192054% of homes66% of homes29% of homes

About 238 Monroe St

How much is 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA is $1,903,429 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,884,395 to $1,922,463. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA?

238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,327 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA built?

238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA?

238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to William M. Meredith School (elementary), rated A+; Horace Furness High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19147?

Among the 14,625 homes in Philadelphia 19147, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,903,429 against a typical $495,638), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($572 against a typical $353), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,327 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (1,564 ft² against a typical 871 ft²) and it is newer than 66% of them (1920 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than almost all 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 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 238 Monroe St, Philadelphia, PA was $7,484. The county assessed it at $1,621,000.

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