Seller's Agent in 2018
Loretta Witt
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 264-3074
28 in this area
144 Total Sales
123 W Upsal St Philadelphia, PA 19119
West Mount Airy NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $942,000 - $1,335,000
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
5,571
Sq Ft
$204/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.32 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Wood Burning Stove
- Victorian Architecture
- 1 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of December 2018Stunning, historic, impeccably cared-for, perfect 21st century home. Built as an elegant residence on the broad boulevard of West Upsal Street, c. 1883, this 3 story, light-filled stone Victorian offers 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths with numerous special features: Architectural Treats like oversized windows flooded with natural light, gleaming oak floors with several artful inlays, sweeping oak staircase, unique tower design at the southwest corner of all floors, high ceilings, attractive formal dining room large enough for great feasts, broad front porch; Functional Amenities like custom-designed hand-built mudroom with benches and cubbies, renovated butler's pantry with custom-built pantry storage, 2nd floor laundry big enough for folding tables, custom-designed 10x14 walk-in closet on 3rd floor, high-efficiency wood-stove insert in living room fireplace that can by itself heat much of the house, 2013 gas boiler and Central Air; New Delights in an Old House like recent cook's kitchen all new 5 years ago and upgraded since then, all new bathrooms including brand new hand-built 1st floor powder room, spacious master bedroom suite with master bath with whirlpool tub and separate shower, multiple deep closets for storage. The house is complimented by outside living space: a luxurious custom built 16x20 Pennsylvania fieldstone patio drystack style, surfaced with slate flagstone, post and beam shed-style playhouse with climbing wall at the rear, carriage house (conveyed as-is)with a history of use as stables, as greenhouse, as garage, as studio and for storage. Off-street parking for about 4 cars with original porte-cochere. All of these features are graced by a splendid garden, almost all of which was meticulously planned and lovingly planted since 2013 with specimen plantings, flowering shrubs and trees, abundant perennials too numerous to count. 123 West Upsal Street is located a short walk to the Chestnut Hill West commuter rail line, to the sweet baked goods at Frosted Fox Bakery, or to Mt. Airy's favorite Weaver's Way Co-op. It is close to popular historic sites as well as to the natural green trails and woods along the Wissahickon Creek. It's just a 20 minute drive to Center City Philadelphia. Great house. Great neighborhood. Probably one of the nicest properties to go on the market in 2018!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #AB060272L Listed on: 10/08/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,590
Year Built
- Built in 1883
Lot Details
- 0.32 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80x176
- Southeast Facing Home
- Level Lot
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
- Property is zoned RSA2
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 5,571 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Wood Burning Stove
- Bay Window
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Mt Airy Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 10
- Assessor Parcel Number 223021700
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 8, 2018
Closed on
Nov 16, 2018
Sold by
Hines Scott J and Li Ho Yin
Bought by
Berkowitz Daniel M and Berkowitz Christine M
Seller's Agent
Loretta Witt
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Buyer's Agent
Jon Christopher
Christopher Real Estate Services
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$695,000
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$443,255
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.72%
Original Mortgage
$556,000
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 19, 2013
Closed on
Jun 10, 2013
Sold by
Mayer And Mogul Llc
Bought by
Ho-Yin Hines Scott J and Ho-Yin Li
Seller's Agent
Robert lamb
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Michael Garden
Compass RE
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$531,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.57%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.03%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 23, 2007
Sold by
Stout Carolyn and Estate Of Henrietta Collins
Bought by
Neville Mckenzie Stanley and Neville Nicholas
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkowitz Daniel M | $695,000 | Bryn Mawr Abstract Inc | |
| Ho-Yin Hines Scott J | $531,000 | None Available | |
| Neville Mckenzie Stanley | $235,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Berkowitz Daniel M | $550,000 | |
| Closed | Berkowitz Daniel M | $556,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ho-Yin Hines Scott J | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mckenzie Stanley G | $170,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Neville Mckenzie Stanley | $188,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2018 12/11/18 | Sold | $695,000 | 0.0% | $125 / Sq Ft |
| 10/11/2018 10/11/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/08/2018 10/08/18 | For Sale | $695,000 | +30.9% | $125 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2013 06/18/13 | Sold | $531,000 | -2.6% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 06/07/2013 06/07/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/19/2013 04/19/13 | For Sale | $545,000 | -- | $125 / 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 | $14,611 | $1,061,800 | $212,300 | $849,500 |
| 2024 | $14,611 | $1,061,800 | $212,300 | $849,500 |
| 2023 | $10,311 | $1,043,800 | $208,760 | $835,040 |
| 2022 | $8,819 | $893,493 | $208,760 | $684,733 |
| 2021 | $8,819 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $8,819 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $8,241 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $7,590 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $7,590 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $6,887 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $5,228 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $480,900 | $140,060 | $340,840 |
| 2012 | -- | $53,792 | $22,100 | $31,692 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Loretta Witt
-
Jon Christopher
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Jon Christopher
Christopher Real Estate Services
(267) 342-1856
3 in this area
237 Total Sales
-
Robert lamb
Seller's Agent in 2013
Robert lamb
Compass RE
(215) 370-6798
14 in this area
164 Total Sales
-
Michael Garden
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Michael Garden
Compass RE
(215) 500-2981
2 in this area
106 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1009066438
APN: 223021700
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