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$1,395,593$705 / 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 87How 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 $1,342,500 on Dec 4, 2024

253 SAINT JOSEPHS WAY

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,980 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.
1,323 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,342,500 · Dec 4, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,894 (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.$1,180,700 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$236,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$944,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,064,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,180,700

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.0.03
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Open
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
General George A. McCall SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Benjamin Franklin High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19106These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.15,032
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,747 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$118,203
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$161,165
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

253 Saint Josephs Way 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 Philadelphia County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Philadelphia County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Society Hill
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Philadelphia County

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19106

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

This home
$171K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Philadelphia 19106.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19106

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19106.

Estimated value$1,395,593
CheaperTypical $423,922Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$705
CheaperTypical $403Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,131 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size1,323 ft²
SmallerTypical 915 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 253 Saint Josephs Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSociety HillPhiladelphia 19106Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,395,59384% of homes88% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$70593% of homes90% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,980 ft²72% of homes76% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,323 ft²76% of homes73% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than196846% of homes50% of homes88% of homes

About 253 Saint Josephs Way

How much is 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA is $1,395,593 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,217,923 to $1,573,263. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Dec 4, 2024 for $1,342,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA?

253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,980 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA built?

253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA?

253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to General George A. McCall School (elementary), rated A+; Benjamin Franklin 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 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19106?

Among the 5,767 homes in Philadelphia 19106, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,395,593 against a typical $423,922), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($705 against a typical $403), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,980 ft² against a typical 1,131 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (1,323 ft² against a typical 915 ft²) and it is newer than 50% of them (1968 against a typical 1968). 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 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 253 Saint Josephs Way, Philadelphia, PA was $14,894. The county assessed it at $1,180,700.

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