East Falls sits along the Schuylkill River where Ridge Avenue meets Kelly Drive, a Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of rowhomes, large older twins and a few condominium buildings. The figures on this page come from Bright MLS sales that listing agents placed in the East Falls neighborhood. Philadelphia neighborhood lines are informal, so a handful of nearby sales tagged with a neighboring name or simply Philadelphia are not counted here. See the Philadelphia community page for the citywide picture.
What the East Falls Numbers Mean
East Falls had 71 sales in the six months through September at a $399,900 median. Half went under contract within 21 days, the average took 59, and homes sold for an average of 100.2 percent of list price. Of those sales, 27 closed above list and 14 closed right at it. As of early October, 29 homes were for sale and 13 were under contract.
New construction changes the averages here. Nine of the 71 sales were townhomes built in 2022 and 2023 and marked new construction, and they took longer to sell. Without them, half of East Falls resales went under contract within 8 days and the average was 33. Rowhomes were 42 of the 71 sales at a $387,500 median, and twins were 10 at $598,500.
By bedroom count, two bedroom homes closed at a $270,000 median, three bedrooms at $392,500, four bedrooms at $516,000, and five bedrooms at $600,000. Most East Falls homes sold with three bedrooms, which makes those the easiest to price from recent sales.
Where East Falls Prices Land
By price, 14 sold under $300,000, 23 sold between $300,000 and $399,999, 19 sold between $400,000 and $499,999, 10 sold between $500,000 and $749,999 and 5 sold at $750,000 or more. The $300,000 to $399,999 range held 23 of the 71 sales, the largest share of sales.
Where Is East Falls? County, City, and ZIP
East Falls sits in Northwest Philadelphia along the Schuylkill River, inside the City and County of Philadelphia. Every East Falls sale in this period carried the 19129 ZIP code. Ridge Avenue runs through the neighborhood, Kelly Drive follows the river, and Wissahickon Valley Park is a short drive north.
East Falls is a neighborhood, not a municipality. There is one city tax bill, one school district and no township line to check. Where East Falls ends and the next neighborhood begins is informal, so we used the MLS neighborhood label for these numbers.
What Is It Like to Live in East Falls, PA?
Of the 71 homes sold, 61 had a basement and 25 had a garage. The median home was built in 1940 and has about 1,350 square feet.
Ridge Avenue carries East Falls’ shops and restaurants near the river. East Falls station on SEPTA’s Manayunk/Norristown Line runs into Center City, and Kelly Drive and the Schuylkill River Trail run along the water. Interstate 76 is a short drive across the river.
Streets and Home Types in East Falls
East Falls does not have named subdivisions the way a suburban township does. The market sorts itself by home type instead, and each type has its own buyer.
Rowhomes
Rowhomes are the core of East Falls, 42 sales at a $387,500 median and about 1,263 square feet, most with three bedrooms. Older straight through and Tudor style rows sit near newer townhomes, with sales on Sunnyside, Westmoreland, 35th Street and Vaux.
Twins
Twins are fewer and larger, 10 sales at a $598,500 median and about 2,250 square feet, many of them Victorian and traditional homes on streets like Penn and Ainslie.
End of Row Homes
End of row homes were nine sales at a $350,000 median, almost all with three bedrooms.
Condominiums
Condominiums were six sales at a $246,500 median, mostly on Gypsy Lane, and they took longer to sell, a 43 day median.
What Kinds of Homes Are for Sale in East Falls?
As of early October, 29 East Falls homes were for sale: 16 rowhomes, eight end of row homes, two detached homes, two twins and one condominium. The median asking price was $323,000, about $76,900 below the six month closed median.
New Construction in East Falls
East Falls has recent new construction. Nine of the 71 closed sales were marked new construction, all townhomes built in 2022 and 2023 on 35th Street, Westmoreland Street and Calumet Street. Buyers who want a new home can also look at the new construction communities we track in the suburbs.
School District of Philadelphia
Every home in East Falls is in the School District of Philadelphia, which receives part of each city real estate tax bill. School assignments come from the district by address and can change, so check with the district for a specific home.
What Buyers Should Know Right Now
Resales move fast here, so be ready. Half of East Falls resales went under contract within 8 days. The median asking price in early October was $323,000, below the closed median.
What Sellers Should Know Right Now
Homes averaged 100.2 percent of list, and 27 of the 71 sold above it. A three bedroom East Falls home closed at a $392,500 median. If a new construction townhome is listed near you, price against resales of your own home type, not against the builder. Our guide to selling your East Falls home covers pricing, timing, and how a cash offer compares to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions About East Falls PA Homes for Sale
How much do homes cost in East Falls?
The median East Falls sale was $399,900 from April through September 2026, based on Bright MLS sales listed in the East Falls neighborhood. By type, the medians were rowhomes at $387,500 and twins at $598,500. Sales ranged from $137,000 to $950,000.
How fast do homes sell in East Falls?
Half of the East Falls homes that sold from April through September 2026 went under contract within 21 days. The average was 59 days.
Is East Falls near the Schuylkill River Trail?
Yes. Kelly Drive and the Schuylkill River Trail run along the river on the East Falls side, and East Falls station on the Manayunk/Norristown Line is close by.
What school district serves East Falls?
East Falls 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.
Is there new construction in East Falls?
Yes. Nine of the 71 East Falls sales from April through September 2026 were new construction townhomes built in 2022 and 2023, on 35th Street, Westmoreland Street and Calumet Street.
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