Holmesburg is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Northeast Philadelphia, built along Frankford Avenue where it crosses Pennypack Creek, and today it is mostly brick rowhomes from around 1950. The figures on this page come from Bright MLS sales that listing agents placed in the Holmesburg 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 Holmesburg Numbers Mean
Holmesburg had 44 sales in the six months through September at a $240,050 median. Half went under contract within 15 days, the average took 31, and homes sold for an average of 99.2 percent of list price. Of those sales, 15 closed above list and 8 closed right at it. As of early October, 29 homes were for sale and 13 were under contract.
Holmesburg is a rowhome market. Rows were 26 of the 44 sales at a $218,500 median, and they averaged 100.2 percent of list. Twins were 8 sales at $291,250 and moved faster, at an 11 day median against 17 for rows.
By bedroom count, two bedroom homes closed at a $217,000 median and three bedrooms at $242,050. Most Holmesburg homes sold with three bedrooms, which makes those the easiest to price from recent sales.
Where Holmesburg Prices Land
By price, 11 sold under $200,000, 23 sold between $200,000 and $299,999, 8 sold between $300,000 and $399,999 and 2 sold between $400,000 and $499,999. The $200,000 to $299,999 range held 23 of the 44 sales, so that is where most buyers in Holmesburg are shopping.
Where Is Holmesburg? County, City, and ZIP
Holmesburg sits in Northeast Philadelphia, inside the City and County of Philadelphia. Every Holmesburg sale in this period carried the 19136 ZIP code. Frankford Avenue runs through the center, with Pennypack Creek and Pennypack Park along the northern edge.
Holmesburg is a neighborhood, not a municipality. There is one city tax bill, one school district and no township line to check. Where Holmesburg 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 Holmesburg, PA?
Of the 44 homes sold, 41 had a basement and 17 had a garage. The median home was built in 1950 and has about 1,200 square feet.
The Frankford Avenue bridge over Pennypack Creek in Holmesburg dates to 1697 and is still in use. Holmesburg Junction station on SEPTA’s Trenton Line runs into Center City, and Frankford Avenue buses connect to the Frankford Transportation Center. Pennypack Park is close by.
Streets and Home Types in Holmesburg
Holmesburg 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 Holmesburg, 26 sales at a $218,500 median and about 1,152 square feet, most with three bedrooms. Air lite and straight through layouts lead, and 13 of the 26 had a garage. Sales came from streets like Stanwood, Lansing, Leon and Bleigh.
Twins
Twins made up 8 sales at a $291,250 median, mostly straight through layouts, with sales spread across Craig, Decatur, Meridian and Arthur streets.
Detached Homes
Detached homes are rare, five sales at a $329,900 median. The top sale was a 1990 colonial on Benson Street at $440,000.
What Kinds of Homes Are for Sale in Holmesburg?
As of early October, 29 Holmesburg homes were for sale: 19 rowhomes, four twins, four end of row homes and two condominiums. The median asking price was $239,900, about $150 below the six month closed median.
New Construction in Holmesburg
Holmesburg is built out. None of the 44 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
Every home in Holmesburg 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
Holmesburg offers a three bedroom median of $242,050. Sale prices vary widely, from $74,000 to $440,000, so condition drives value. Get a full inspection on any home from the 1950s or earlier.
What Sellers Should Know Right Now
Condition matters a lot here. Rows sold at an average of 100.2 percent of list. With 29 homes for sale, buyers compare carefully, so fix what an inspector will flag before you list. Our guide to selling your Holmesburg home covers pricing, timing, and how a cash offer compares to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holmesburg PA Homes for Sale
How much do homes cost in Holmesburg?
The median Holmesburg sale was $240,050 from April through September 2026, based on Bright MLS sales listed in the Holmesburg neighborhood. By type, the medians were rowhomes at $218,500 and twins at $291,250. Sales ranged from $74,000 to $440,000.
How fast do homes sell in Holmesburg?
Half of the Holmesburg homes that sold from April through September 2026 went under contract within 15 days. The average was 31 days.
Is Holmesburg near Pennypack Park?
Yes. Pennypack Creek runs along the northern side of Holmesburg, and the Frankford Avenue bridge over the creek dates to 1697.
What school district serves Holmesburg?
Holmesburg 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 Holmesburg?
No. None of the 44 Holmesburg sales from April through September 2026 was marked new construction. Nearly every home here is a resale.
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