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$209,900

6505 Smedley St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,260
Square Feet
0.03
Lot Size (acres)
1925
Year Built
27
Days On Market

This remarkably spacious 3-bedroom row home in Northwest Philadelphia's desirable West Oak Lane neighborhood offers incredible bones and immense potential, starting with a main floor that boasts a grand foyer, a formal living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace, an elegant dining room adorned with classic wainscoting, and a well-appointed kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms accompanied by an updated full bathroom, while the basement features dedicated egress—making it the ideal candidate to finish for expanded living space or to generate valuable supplemental income. Complete with an attached garage, off-street parking, a small rear deck, and a charming front yard, this substantial property requires only relatively nominal repairs to truly shine in an unbeatable location. West Oak Lane offers wide, tree-lined streets characterized by timeless stone and brick townhomes, while being situated right on the Montgomery County border, placing you moments from suburban shopping and major commuter roadways. Enjoy a quick 15-20 minute commute to Center City via the Broad Street Line and easy access to lush green escapes like the 55-acre Awbury Arboretum, Tacony Creek Park, and the scenic trails of Wissahickon Valley. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
25 days ago
Listed By
James F Caraway, 2159170933 · Redfin Corporation, 4849620034
MLS#
PAPH2674006
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
6505 N Smedley St, Philadelphia, PA 19126
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
WEST OAK LANE
Zip Code
19126

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Year Built
1925
Style
Air Lite
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Building Area
1,260 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Roof
Rubber, Flat
Levels
Two
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dryer, Washer, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater
Exterior Features
Balcony
Cooling
None
Heating
Natural Gas, Hot Water, Radiant

Property Features

Lot Size
0.03 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,260 sq. ft.
Total
1,260 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$209,900
Annual Taxes
$2,557

Schools

91/100
Rowen William School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
517
Student body
93% Black · 5% Two or More Races · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3550
68/100
Prince Hall School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
572
Student body
90% Black · 8% Two or More Races · 1% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3690
55/100
Ellwood School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
295
Student body
88% Black · 6% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3540
55/100
Howe Julia Ward School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.8 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
242
Student body
90% Black · 6% Two or More Races · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3650
52/100
Building 21
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
371
Student body
91% Black · 5% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
103%
Phone
(215) 400-7450
51/100
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
517
Student body
92% Black · 3% Two or More Races · 3% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3560
51/100
Imhotep Institute Charter High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
602
Student body
100% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 438-4140
51/100
Pennell Joseph School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.7 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
414
Parent reviews
2.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
90% Black · 5% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3680

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
09/28/2026Listed for sale$209,900

Listed by James F Caraway · Redfin Corporation · 4849620034

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: September 30, 2026 at 4:09 AM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2674006

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