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$3,719,150$639 / 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 93How 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 $2,637,500 on Dec 9, 2011

261 S 4TH ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106
4
Beds
3
Baths
5,817 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.
2,718 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3.7M
$3.5M low$4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,637,500 · Dec 9, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$35,961 (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.$2,569,000 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$513,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,055,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,569,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,569,000

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.0.06
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

261 S 4th 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 Philadelphia County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Philadelphia County
  • Among the largest homes in Philadelphia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Society Hill
  • Among the oldest 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 almost all 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$3,719,150
CheaperTypical $423,922Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$639
CheaperTypical $403Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area5,817 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,131 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size2,718 ft²
SmallerTypical 915 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 261 S 4th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSociety HillPhiladelphia 19106Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,719,150almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$63989% of homes87% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than5,817 ft²98% of homes98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2,718 ft²96% of homes92% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than186015% of homes11% of homesalmost no homes

About 261 S 4th St

How much is 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA is $3,719,150 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $3,472,745 to $3,965,555. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Dec 9, 2011 for $2,637,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA?

261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5,817 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA built?

261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 4 stories.

What schools serve 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA?

261 S 4th St, 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 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19106?

Among the 5,767 homes in Philadelphia 19106, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,719,150 against a typical $423,922), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($639 against a typical $403), it is bigger than 98% of them (5,817 ft² against a typical 1,131 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (2,718 ft² against a typical 915 ft²) and it is newer than 11% of them (1860 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 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 261 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA was $35,961. The county assessed it at $2,569,000.

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