NOT LISTED FOR SALE

105 E Fariston Dr Philadelphia, PA 19120

Melrose Park Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $222,000 - $238,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,152 Sq Ft
$202/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 06, 2015

Last sale price $86,000 $75 Per Sq Ft

Est. 166% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,458/month

358 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Patio
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of February 2015

This spacious three bedroom home boasts 2 full and 1 half bath. Unlike most homes in the area, the backyard has room to relax or do some backyard gardening. This area will also hold cars if you prefer. Inside, the large living room enjoys bright afternoon sun. Location is great with just a few blocks to the park, shopping and transportation. This home is just waiting for your decorating touch. Home is being sold in 'as is' condition.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anne Lotz

BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown License #RS272093 Listed on: 01/30/2014

BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown

Last Buyer's Agent

Bob Merritt

Gold Keys Real Estate Specialists License #RM420540

Gold Keys Real Estate Specialists

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,970

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 2,896 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x181
  • Property is in below average condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • AirLite
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry on lower level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Melrose Park Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 89
  • Assessor Parcel Number 611377100

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,970

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Airlite
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Remarks Public: This spacious three bedroom home boasts 2 full and 1 half bath. Unlike most homes in the area, the backyard has room to relax or do some backyard gardening. This area will also hold cars if you prefer. Inside, the large living room enjoys bright afternoon sun. Location is great with just a few blocks to the park, shopping and transportation. This home is just waiting for your decorating touch. Home is being sold in 'as is' condition.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1152
  • Net Sq Ft: 1152.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 78.04
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1152
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 105

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 120357.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 26643.00
  • Land Use Code: R30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X181
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2896.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: R9A

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1332640
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1970.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 611377100
  • Tax Lot: 89
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 02/06/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2022
Sold by
Karen Foster
Bought by
Foster Karen and Degale-Foster Kalyn Marie
Current Estimated Value
$229,100

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2014
Closed on
Feb 5, 2015
Sold by
Lev Benjamin and Lev Dorota
Bought by
Foster Karen
Seller's Agent
Anne Lotz
BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown
Buyer's Agent
Bob Merritt
Gold Keys Real Estate Specialists
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$86,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$43,900
-33.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1972
Bought by
Lev Benjamin And and Lev Dorota
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Foster Karen -- None Listed On Document
Foster Karen $86,000 Alpert Abstract Llc
Lev Benjamin And $20,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Foster Karen $50,000
Previous Owner Foster Karen $25,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/06/2015 02/06/15 Sold $86,000 -4.3% $75 / Sq Ft
01/23/2015 01/23/15 Pending -- -- --
01/14/2015 01/14/15 Price Changed $89,900 -10.0% $78 / Sq Ft
09/10/2014 09/10/14 Price Changed $99,900 -9.1% $87 / Sq Ft
06/30/2014 06/30/14 Price Changed $109,900 -8.3% $95 / Sq Ft
05/07/2014 05/07/14 Price Changed $119,900 -7.7% $104 / Sq Ft
01/30/2014 01/30/14 For Sale $129,900 -- $113 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,514 $226,200 $45,240 $180,960
2024 $2,514 $226,200 $45,240 $180,960
2023 $2,514 $179,600 $35,920 $143,680
2022 $2,076 $179,600 $35,920 $143,680
2021 $2,076 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,076 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,929 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,058 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,058 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,058 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $147,000 $26,643 $120,357
2012 -- $19,136 $2,205 $16,931
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anne Lotz

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Anne Lotz

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (215) 514-4054

    15 Total Sales

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  • Bob Merritt

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Bob Merritt

    RE/MAX

    (215) 327-1234

    61 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003624483

Bright MLS

APN: 611377100

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19120 Melrose Park Gardens

105 E Fariston Dr, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 105 E Fariston Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19120 since 30 January 2014 and is currently estimated at $232,759, approximately $202 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 105 E Fariston Dr is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Thomas K. Finletter School, Samuel Fels High School, and Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School.

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