NOT LISTED FOR SALE

118 E Fariston Dr Philadelphia, PA 19120

Melrose Park Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $242,000 - $280,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,152 Sq Ft
$229/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 26, 2024

Last sale price $255,000 $221 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,637/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Attic
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of July 2024

Take advantage of an opportunity to own a home in a wonderful area of the city with a suburban atmosphere, situated close to Cheltenham Township. This three bedroom, two and half bath townhouse. features a french door opening to a spacious first level, with hardwood floors throughout and a living room, dining room and an eat in kitchen with wood cabinets accented with corian counter tops and tile backsplash. There is access from this area to a spacious rear deck. The 2nd level features a main bedroom, and a full bath with a stall shower. There is a modern hall bath that has beautiful tile and a jacuzzi tub , vanity and accent lights. The two additional nice size bedrooms have ample closet space. The lower level features a powder room and a laundry room equipped with a washer and a dryer that will remain. This area also has access to a one car garage and also an exit to the rear of the house. A One Year home warranty from APHW is a gift to the Buyer from the Seller, at settlement. The property is very easy to show and is available immediately.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Victoria Foggy-Taylor

RE/MAX Services Listed on: 06/08/2024

RE/MAX Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Shlomo

Elfant Wissahickon Realtors License #2326170

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,305

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16.00 x 100.00
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 1 Driveway Space
  • Rear-Facing Garage

Home Design

  • AirLite
  • Stone Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Chair Railings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Treatments
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Gas Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Melrose Park Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 55
  • Assessor Parcel Number 611386000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,305

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Airlite
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Ref, D.W, C/F's , All in "AS IS " Condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-06-08
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Take advantage of an opportunity to own a home in a wonderful area of the city with a suburban atmosphere, situated close to Cheltenham Township. This three bedroom, two and half bath townhouse. features a french door opening to a spacious first level, with hardwood floors throughout and a living room, dining room and an eat in kitchen with wood cabinets accented with corian counter tops and tile backsplash. There is access from this area to a spacious rear deck. The 2nd level features a main bedroom, and a full bath with a stall shower. There is a modern hall bath that has beautiful tile and a jacuzzi tub , vanity and accent lights. The two additional nice size bedrooms have ample closet space. The lower level features a powder room and a laundry room equipped with a washer and a dryer that will remain. This area also has access to a one car garage and also an exit to the rear of the house. A One Year home warranty from APHW is a gift to the Buyer from the Seller, at settlement. The property is very easy to show and is available immediately.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer - Gas, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1152
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 225.61
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1152
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 118

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Spa: 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
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: R30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1600.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Roof
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1265.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2305.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 611386000
  • Tax Lot: 55
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1152
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 07/26/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2024
Closed on
Jul 23, 2024
Sold by
Green Carolyn T and Green Gregory Carolyn
Bought by
Brinson Arid Shantaya
Seller's Agent
Victoria Foggy-Taylor
RE/MAX Services
Buyer's Agent
Kate Shlomo
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
List Price
$259,900
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.89%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
$264,035

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,035
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.37%
Original Mortgage
$229,500
Outstanding Balance
$172,090
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$91,945

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1984
Bought by
Gregory Carolyn T
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
Brinson Arid Shantaya $255,000 Class Abstract
Gregory Carolyn T $41,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brinson Arid Shantaya $229,500
Closed Brinson Arid Shantaya $229,500
Previous Owner Gregory Carolyn T $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/26/2024 07/26/24 Sold $255,000 -1.9% $221 / Sq Ft
06/18/2024 06/18/24 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2024 06/08/24 For Sale $259,900 -- $226 / 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 $2,305 $205,400 $41,080 $164,320
2024 $2,305 $205,400 $41,080 $164,320
2023 $2,305 $164,700 $32,940 $131,760
2022 $1,342 $119,700 $32,940 $86,760
2021 $1,972 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,972 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,832 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,529 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,949 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,529 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,463 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $139,200 $12,800 $126,400
2012 -- $19,136 $2,038 $17,098
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Victoria Foggy-Taylor

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Victoria Foggy-Taylor

    RE/MAX

    (215) 498-2804

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

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  • Kate Shlomo

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Kate Shlomo

    Elfant Wissahickon Realtors

    (267) 992-2478

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2351682

Bright MLS

APN: 611386000

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19120 Melrose Park Gardens

118 E Fariston Dr, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 118 E Fariston Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19120 since 08 June 2024 and is currently estimated at $264,035, approximately $229 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 118 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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