1218 E Berks St Philadelphia, PA 19125
Fishtown Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,768
Sq Ft
1,440
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Carriage House
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- 2-minute walk to Fishtown Recreation Center
- No HOA
About This Home
As of April 2023RED HOT PRICE IMPROVEMENT! DON'T WAIT. Welcome home to Fishtown! Vintage brick front home located in one of the hottest neighborhoods in the Country. (Forbes Magazine) Extra large 3 BR home with private alley in need of total rehab. However, much of the demolition has already been started. Generational memories have been made in this spacious straight through with beautiful faux fireplace, large rooms and a nice size yard. Property located one block from public Library, newly renovated community pool. Short walk to premier elementary school, waterfront attractions and the many new shops and restaurants along Frankford Avenue and Girard Avenue. Literally minutes to downtown Center City via drive or mass transportation. Minutes to some of the world's best Hospitals, Colleges and Music Venues. This home is waiting for your finishing touch.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Leibovitz Real Estate, LLC License #RS173562L Listed on: 10/11/2020
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,587
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 1,440 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 18.00 x 80.00
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Carriage House
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 1,768 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Alexander Adaire Elementary School
- Penn Treaty Middle School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 124
- Assessor Parcel Number 181191400
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Fishtown Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 20, 2023
Closed on
Apr 14, 2023
Sold by
Allstate Home Realty Inc
Bought by
Barnett Ellen and Mattern Daniel
Seller's Agent
Yan Levshits
Tri-State Home Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Michael Prince
SERHANT PENNSYLVANIA LLC
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$541,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-1.46%
Views
20
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.54%
Original Mortgage
$486,900
Outstanding Balance
$475,857
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$122,826
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2020
Closed on
Mar 25, 2021
Sold by
Kirk Lorinda D
Bought by
Allstate Home Realty Inc
Seller's Agent
COLLEEN STRUNK NAGLE
Leibovitz Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Yan Levshits
Tri-State Home Realty, LLC
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,900
-24.26%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
41.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2007
Sold by
Kirk Lorinda D
Bought by
Kirk Lorinda D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2004
Sold by
Barger Victoria and Kirk Lorinda D
Bought by
Kirk Lorinda D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $541,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $265,000 | Global Abstract & Setmnt Svc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $486,900 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Price Changed | $579,900 | -3.3% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | For Sale | $599,900 | +10.9% | $249 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | Sold | $541,000 | 0.0% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 03/27/2023 03/27/23 | Off Market | $541,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/20/2023 03/20/23 | For Sale | $549,000 | +107.2% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2021 03/30/21 | Sold | $265,000 | -3.6% | $150 / Sq Ft |
| 03/12/2021 03/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/09/2021 02/09/21 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -8.3% | $156 / Sq Ft |
| 11/07/2020 11/07/20 | Price Changed | $299,900 | -7.7% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2020 10/25/20 | Price Changed | $324,900 | -7.1% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 10/11/2020 10/11/20 | For Sale | $349,900 | -- | $198 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,041 | $621,300 | $124,260 | $497,040 |
| 2024 | $5,041 | $621,300 | $124,260 | $497,040 |
| 2023 | $5,041 | $360,100 | $72,020 | $288,080 |
| 2022 | $4,020 | $360,100 | $72,020 | $288,080 |
| 2021 | $1,587 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,587 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,587 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,587 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,587 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,587 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,520 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $188,300 | $25,776 | $162,524 |
| 2012 | -- | $12,096 | $1,740 | $10,356 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Prince
Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Prince
SERHANT PENNSYLVANIA LLC
(843) 267-3302
11 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Yan Levshits
Y
Seller's Agent in 2023
Yan Levshits
Tri-State Home Realty, LLC
(267) 546-8363
5 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
COLLEEN STRUNK NAGLE
Seller's Agent in 2021
COLLEEN STRUNK NAGLE
Leibovitz Real Estate, LLC
(267) 342-1251
3 in this area
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH944210
APN: 181191400
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