Kara Markley, Realtor

10/17/2026

“How’s the market?”

Well…it depends. Every property is different. Every area is different. Every week is different.

This week was an active one, with 3 buyer closings and 2 listings going under agreement.
- 2 buyers scored grand old Fairmount beauties at list price, within a couple days on market.
- An East Passyunk buyer negotiated $51k off of list price on a high-quality renovation.
- My longest-tenured listing went under agreement in Brewerytown, with fair terms for both parties.
- My newest listing in East Falls got an offer over asking within 2 days on market.

“The market” experience was extremely different for each of these homes. Every situation is unique in a very nuanced market.

Curious “How’s the market”? Let’s chat!

10/13/2026

10/08/2026

Buyers: If you’re just starting your search, or if you’re searching for pro, open houses are a great way to see and compare the current inventory.

I’m hosting 4 this weekend! No matter your area or price point, got something for everyone! And always have great tunes playing. 🎶

Come see me in Graduate Hospital, East Falls, Wash Sq West, or Brewerytown!

10/06/2026

Story as old as time. Told again. In rhyme.

Some were too small, some were too old;
Some were too new, some “choices” too bold.
“Kara, will we ever find our perfect home you promised us??” They wondered aloud.
“Have patience, have faith, my friends.”
They trusted, their Realtor is proud!
Now they are quite happy. The end.

(Original work by Kara Markley) 😂

10/06/2026

New to Market in Wash Square West. And under $400K! 🔥

718 Addison St F sits at the end of a gated courtyard off one of the quietest streets in Center City. A little privacy in the middle of literally everything you love about city life!

🏡 2 beds, 3 floors of hardwood & charm
🍳 Updated kitchen + bath
☀️ Sunroom nook
❄️ Central air + laundry in the basement
🚪 Thoughtful storage and closets
🙌 No HOA fee

It’s perfect. You’ll see. Contact me for a tour.

09/22/2026

Coming Soon: a 16th-floor 1-bedroom with garage parking at Symphony House, where everyday life feels like an extended stay at a 5-star hotel.

Offered at $525,000, and Only on Compass. Contact me for an early access tour, before it hits the open market.

Kara Markley
Compass RE
📲 267-261-3660
🏢 267-435-8015
📧 [email protected]

09/21/2026

Buyers went from Virginia —> Philly (Academy House 1-bed) —> Belgium —> Philly (Academy House 2-bed). Welcome. Back. Home.

09/17/2026

This Seller traded his Florida room for a new life in Florida.

The seller came to me going a mile-a-minute, when he got an unexpected job offer in Miami. He wanted to get his home listed and sold quickly, so he didn’t have to stress over it while also relocating. But, we also knew what a gem he had, and if we took our time to put together a perfect plan, we could achieve both a great price and get him the closing flexibility he needed.

We slowed the momentum and listed it through our Compass Coming Soon program, while still getting the home in perfect-show shape.

We got a great offer before it even hit the MLS…but we actually did not take it because we felt we might do even better once we had it ready. But this pre-market offer gave us confidence we were on track with our pricing and had a desirable property.

And our bet paid off! We got 4 offers in the first weekend on the market, getting every term the seller had dreamed of to make his sale and move to Miami virtually stress-free.

And everyone got their own perfect piece of Florida! ☀️

09/15/2026

You want walkability, light, modern bright kitchens and baths, outdoor space, and greenery…right??

Well, 2720 W Cabot St has ALL of that, PLUS:

- Extra-wide footprint, extra-tall ceilings & windows
- Huge rooms…huuuuuge closets!
- Large finished basement
- 2 private, legit outdoor spaces
- Entertaining space (inside and out) you’ve only dreamed of
- Easy access to highways; in/out of the city
- Close to Fairmount Park, the river trail, and the upcoming FIFA Fan Festival this summer
- No shared walls; neighborhood-tended lots on either side
- Easy street parking
- One block from Girard Ave restaurants & shops

Priced at $525,000, big, bright, beautiful 2720 W Cabot St stands alone as the Brewerytown’s Best Value 🥇

04/16/2026

This one stands alone in Brewerytown. Literally.

No shared walls.
PLENTY of room to spread out.
19-ft wide and incredible high ceilings throughout.
Big, bright, beautiful.
It’s THE ONE.

2720 W Cabot St
4 beds, 3.5 baths
Private yard with garden; roof deck
Finished basement
All that space
$549,000