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$795,999

1517 Christian St

Philadelphia, PA
PENDING-BRIGHT
6
Bedrooms
4.0
Bathrooms
3,388
Square Feet
0.04
Lot Size (acres)
1915
Year Built
159
Days On Market

1517-17 Christian Street presents a rare opportunity to own a massive property in the heart of Philadelphia’s highly desirable Graduate Hospital neighborhood. Featuring 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms, this expansive home offers incredible space, character, and endless potential for an owner-occupant, investor, or developer looking to create a true masterpiece. Located just minutes from Center City and surrounded by some of Philadelphia’s best dining, shopping, entertainment, and transportation, this property perfectly blends location, lifestyle, and opportunity. The home’s generous footprint and prime positioning make it ideal for customization, luxury living, multi-generational living, or redevelopment possibilities. Motivated seller — bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this unique Graduate Hospital gem. Rare opportunities like this do not come around often.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
17 days ago
Listed By
E. Michael Burke, 2156355500 · Burke Property Group, 2156355500
MLS#
PAPH2623606
Source
Bright
Status
PENDING-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1517 Christian St #17, Philadelphia, PA 19146
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
PHILADELPHIA (SOUTH)
Zip Code
19146

Architecture

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4.0
Year Built
1915
Style
Straight Thru
Building Area
3,388 sq. ft.
Foundation
Brick/Mortar
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
On Street

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Cooling
None
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.04 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
3,388 sq. ft.
Total
3,388 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$795,999
Annual Taxes
$10,959

Schools

100/100
Universal Institute Charter School
7th & Above · Grades KG–09 · 0.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
743
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
94% Black · 4% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
83%
Phone
(215) 732-7988
77/100
Christopher Columbus Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
948
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
56% White · 15% Black · 14% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(215) 389-6000
76/100
McCall Gen George A School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
715
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
54% Asian · 22% White · 12% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7840
75/100
Independence Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
814
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
39% Black · 27% White · 25% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
52%
Phone
(215) 238-8000
73/100
Greenfield Albert Middle School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
663
Parent reviews
4.8★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
59% White · 15% Black · 12% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7819
67/100
Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
307
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
44% Black · 37% White · 7% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7940
54/100
Stanton Edwin Middle School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
314
Student body
74% Black · 10% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 400-7960
54/100
Fanny Jackson Coppin School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
599
Student body
33% White · 31% Hispanic / Latino · 17% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7970

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
05/19/2026Listed for sale$795,999

Listed by E. Michael Burke · Burke Property Group · 2156355500

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 8, 2026 at 2:45 AM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2623606

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