Rhawnhurst is a Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of twin ranchers and Cape Cods between Fox Chase and Roosevelt Boulevard, and right now buyers have plenty to choose from. The figures on this page come from Bright MLS sales that listing agents placed in the Rhawnhurst 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 Rhawnhurst Numbers Mean
Rhawnhurst had 56 sales in the six months through September at a $332,250 median. Half went under contract within 14 days, the average took 31, and homes sold for an average of 99.2 percent of list price. Of those sales, 19 closed above list and 12 closed right at it. As of early October, 39 homes were for sale and 21 were under contract.
Detached homes are moving faster than twins in Rhawnhurst. Detached homes were 17 sales at a $412,000 median, went under contract in a median of 6 days, and averaged 100.7 percent of list. Twins were 36 sales at a $327,500 median, took 16 days, and averaged 98.7 percent. With 39 homes for sale against 56 sales in six months, twin sellers have real competition.
By bedroom count, three bedroom homes closed at a $330,000 median and four bedrooms at $406,750. Most Rhawnhurst homes sold with three bedrooms, which makes those the easiest to price from recent sales.
Where Rhawnhurst Prices Land
By price, 2 sold under $200,000, 9 sold between $200,000 and $299,999, 32 sold between $300,000 and $399,999, 11 sold between $400,000 and $499,999 and 2 sold at $500,000 or more. The $300,000 to $399,999 range held 32 of the 56 sales, so that is where most buyers in Rhawnhurst are shopping.
Where Is Rhawnhurst? County, City, and ZIP
Rhawnhurst sits in Northeast Philadelphia, inside the City and County of Philadelphia. Sales split between the 19152 and 19111 ZIP codes. Rhawn Street, Castor Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard are the main roads, and Pennypack Park runs along its northern side.
There is no borough or township in Rhawnhurst. The City of Philadelphia sets the tax bill for every home, and neighborhood names are informal, so the figures here follow the MLS neighborhood label rather than a ZIP code.
What Is It Like to Live in Rhawnhurst, PA?
Of the 56 homes sold, 54 had a basement and 42 had a garage. The median home was built in 1960 and has about 1,333 square feet.
Castor Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard carry the shopping and the bus routes, including service down the Boulevard toward Center City. Pennypack Park is a short walk from much of the neighborhood. Fox Chase station on SEPTA’s Fox Chase Line is nearby.
Streets and Home Types in Rhawnhurst
Rhawnhurst 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.
Twins
Twins are two thirds of Rhawnhurst sales, 36 at a $327,500 median and about 1,284 square feet. Ranchers lead by a wide margin, and 27 of the 36 had a garage. Sales came from streets like Vista, Strahle, Stanwood and Dorcas.
Detached Homes
Detached homes made up 17 sales at a $412,000 median and about 2,031 square feet. Cape Cods lead, followed by colonials, and most have four bedrooms. Rhawn Street and Ripley Avenue were among the sources of sales. The top sale was a 2004 home on Apple Blossom Way at $675,000.
What Kinds of Homes Are for Sale in Rhawnhurst?
As of early October, 39 Rhawnhurst homes were for sale: 27 twins, six condominiums, four detached homes, one rowhome and one end of row home. The median asking price was $330,000, about $2,250 below the six month closed median.
New Construction in Rhawnhurst
Rhawnhurst is built out. None of the 56 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
Rhawnhurst is part of the School District of Philadelphia. A share of every Philadelphia real estate tax bill goes to the district. The district sets school assignments by address and may change them, so confirm for the exact home you are considering.
What Buyers Should Know Right Now
With 39 homes for sale and twins averaging 98.7 percent of list, there is space to negotiate on a twin that has been listed for a few weeks. Detached homes are a different story, so move quickly on those.
What Sellers Should Know Right Now
If you are selling a twin, your competition is the 27 other twins for sale right now. Price against them, not against last spring. A three bedroom Rhawnhurst home closed at a $330,000 median and a four bedroom at $406,750. Our guide to selling your Rhawnhurst home covers pricing, timing, and how a cash offer compares to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhawnhurst PA Homes for Sale
How much do homes cost in Rhawnhurst?
The median Rhawnhurst sale was $332,250 from April through September 2026, based on Bright MLS sales listed in the Rhawnhurst neighborhood. By type, the medians were twins at $327,500 and detached homes at $412,000. Sales ranged from $110,000 to $675,000.
How fast do homes sell in Rhawnhurst?
Half of the Rhawnhurst homes that sold from April through September 2026 went under contract within 14 days. The average was 31 days.
What ZIP code is Rhawnhurst?
Rhawnhurst sales carry two ZIP codes, 19152 and 19111. ZIP codes in Philadelphia do not follow neighborhood lines, which is why these figures use the MLS neighborhood instead.
What school district serves Rhawnhurst?
Rhawnhurst 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 Rhawnhurst?
No. None of the 56 Rhawnhurst sales from April through September 2026 was marked new construction. Nearly every home here is a resale.
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