Castor Gardens PA homes for sale are mostly brick rows and twins built from the 1930s through the 1950s, between Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia. The figures on this page come from Bright MLS sales that listing agents placed in the Castor Gardens neighborhood. Philadelphia neighborhood lines are informal, and Castor Gardens overlaps Oxford Circle, so sales tagged with a neighboring name or simply Philadelphia are not counted here. See the Philadelphia community page for the citywide picture.
What the Castor Gardens Numbers Mean
Castor Gardens had 81 sales in the six months through September at a $245,000 median. Half went under contract within 14 days, the average took 36, and homes sold for an average of 98.2 percent of list price. Of those sales, 22 closed above list and 15 closed right at it. As of early October, 39 homes were for sale and 14 were under contract.
Rows are the heart of the market, 65 of the 81 sales at a $235,000 median, and they moved fastest with an 11 day median. Twins were 13 sales at $285,000 but took longer, a 23 day median, and averaged 97.2 percent of list.
By bedroom count, three bedroom homes closed at a $240,000 median and four bedrooms at $296,750. Three bedrooms made up 68 of the 81 sales, so most sellers can price from a deep set of recent sales.
Where Castor Gardens Prices Land
By price, 9 sold under $200,000, 63 sold between $200,000 and $299,999 and 9 sold between $300,000 and $399,999. The $200,000 to $299,999 range held 63 of the 81 sales, so that is where most Castor Gardens buyers are shopping.
Where Is Castor Gardens? County, City, and ZIP
Castor Gardens sits in Northeast Philadelphia, inside the City and County of Philadelphia. Most sales carry the 19149 ZIP code, with many in 19111. Castor Avenue runs through the middle, Cottman Avenue is the northern edge and Roosevelt Boulevard runs along the southeast. The city’s open data map does not draw a separate Castor Gardens and includes the area in Oxford Circle.
Because Castor Gardens is a city neighborhood, there is no borough or township to sort out. Every home pays Philadelphia real estate tax, and the line between Castor Gardens and the next neighborhood is a matter of local habit. That is why these figures use the MLS neighborhood label rather than the ZIP code.
What Is It Like to Live in Castor Gardens, PA?
Of the 81 homes sold, 80 had a basement and 50 had a garage. The MLS lists the median home as built in 1950, with about 1,242 square feet.
The name comes from Castor’s mill, which stood near today’s Magee Avenue, and building here ran from the 1930s until the last homes went up along Cottman Avenue in 1956. Castor Avenue is the main shopping street, and the city has planned sidewalk and lighting improvements for it. The Northeast Regional Library is on Cottman Avenue and the Bushrod Library is on Castor Avenue. Max Myers Playground and the Seymour Tarken Recreation Center are nearby, and Roosevelt Mall sits at the edge on Cottman Avenue. Cheltenham and Ryers stations on SEPTA’s Fox Chase Line are each a short drive away.
Streets and Home Types in Castor Gardens
Castor Gardens does not have named subdivisions the way a suburban township does. The market sorts itself by home type, and rows lead by a wide margin.
Rowhomes
Rows made up 65 sales at a $235,000 median and averaged 98.4 percent of list. Large Street, Unruh Avenue and Glenview Street were among the busiest row streets.
Twins and End Units
Twins made up 13 sales at a $285,000 median, and end units added 3 sales at $295,000. The top sale in Castor Gardens was a four bedroom 1960 twin at $375,000.
What Kinds of Homes Are for Sale in Castor Gardens?
Of the 39 Castor Gardens PA homes for sale in early October, 29 were rows, seven were twins and three were end units. The median asking price was $249,900, about $4,900 above the six month closed median.
New Construction in Castor Gardens
Castor Gardens is built out. None of the 81 closed sales was marked new construction, and there is no builder community here. Buyers who want a new home usually look at the new construction communities we track in the suburbs.
School District of Philadelphia
Castor Gardens is in the School District of Philadelphia. Philadelphia sends one real estate tax bill, and part of it funds the school district. The district assigns schools by address and can change those assignments, so confirm with the district for any home you are considering.
What Buyers Should Know Right Now
Buyers have a real selection. There were 39 Castor Gardens PA homes for sale in early October, and the average home sold for 98.2 percent of list. Well priced rows still go fast, with an 11 day median, so do not wait on a good one. Twins have taken longer to sell, which can mean more room to negotiate.
What Sellers Should Know Right Now
Castor Gardens sellers compete with dozens of similar homes, so price and condition decide the outcome. Rows priced close to recent sales are still going under contract in under two weeks. Our guide to selling your Castor Gardens home covers pricing, timing, and how a cash offer compares to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Castor Gardens PA Homes for Sale
How much do homes cost in Castor Gardens?
The median Castor Gardens sale was $245,000 from April through September 2026, based on Bright MLS sales listed in the Castor Gardens neighborhood. By type, the medians were rowhomes at $235,000 and twins at $285,000. Sales ranged from $158,000 to $375,000.
How fast do homes sell in Castor Gardens?
Half of the Castor Gardens homes that sold from April through September 2026 went under contract within 14 days. The average was 36 days.
What is Castor Gardens known for?
Castor Gardens is known for brick rows and twins along Castor Avenue between the Boulevard and Cottman Avenue, with the Northeast Regional Library and Roosevelt Mall close by. The name comes from Castor’s mill, which once stood near today’s Magee Avenue.
Is Castor Gardens the same as Oxford Circle?
The two overlap. The city’s open data map folds Castor Gardens into Oxford Circle, while listing agents use both names. The figures on this page count only sales listed as Castor Gardens.
What school district serves Castor Gardens?
Castor Gardens is in the School District of Philadelphia. Part of every Philadelphia real estate tax bill funds the school district. The district assigns schools and can change those assignments, so check with the district for a specific address.
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