NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1248 Forsythe Dr Fort Washington, PA 19034

Estimated Value: $496,000 - $842,339

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,036 Sq Ft
$228/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 22, 2016

Last sale price $440,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,477/month

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Fort Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Attic

About This Home

As of August 2016

This spacious home is set on a beautiful manicured half acre lot in desirable Fort Washington. You'll enjoy this summer by the pool! The bright and airy main level offers entry foyer, large living and dining room with hardwood floors, kitchen with breakfast bar and breakfast area with two skylights in the vaulted ceiling and sliders to oversized rear deck. The master bedroom includes en-suite full bathroom, double closets and room that was converted into a dressing room/walk in closet (can easily be converted back into a bedroom). There are another two bedrooms, a hall bath and additional guest room with private bedroom area with full bath. The lower-level boasts Family room with brick fireplace, office, laundry room, powder room and mudroom with access to the oversized one car garage. Finished basement also includes rec room and tons of storage. Fully fenced in rear yard, in-ground pool with it's own fence, front covered porch and large driveway complete this lovely home! Minutes to all major highways. Call today to set up your personal tour!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dino D'Orazio

(610) 724-8866 dino@dsteam.com Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell Listed on: 05/20/2016

Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell

Co-Listed By

Gary Segal

(215) 646-1600 gary@dsteam.com Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown

Last Buyer's Agent

Diane Sarkisian

(215) 872-7147 sarkisian.diane@gmail.com Homestarr Realty License #RS165144L

Homestarr Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,764

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Front and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition
  • Property is zoned A1

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,036 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level

Parking

  • 4 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Sandy Run Middle School
  • Upper Dublin High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 038
  • Assessor Parcel Number 54-00-06446-034

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,764

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Freezer, Speakers And Mounts In Fr And Dining Room Chandelier
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer In As Is Condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3036
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3036
  • Net Sq Ft: 3036.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 149.87
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3036
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Garage Features: Inside Access, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School: UPPER DUBLIN
  • Middle Or Junior School: SANDY RUN

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.51
  • Lot Dimensions: 200
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 22038.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: A1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 805782
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8764.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 54-00-06446-034
  • Tax Lot: 038
  • Tax Year: 2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: UPPER DUBLIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2025
Sold by
Zenszer Jennifer
Bought by
Naish Benjamin and Klinger Thomas
Current Estimated Value
$691,085

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$652,500
Outstanding Balance
$649,088
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$41,997

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2017
Sold by
Zenszer Jennifer and Grizzle Jeffrey C
Bought by
Zenszer Jennifer

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2016
Closed on
Aug 5, 2016
Sold by
Shelow Carl D and Shelow Donna D
Bought by
Zenszer Jennifer and Grizzle Jeffrey C
Seller's Agent
Dino D'Orazio
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
Buyer's Agent
Diane Sarkisian
Homestarr Realty
List Price
$479,900
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-8.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.04%
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 1992
Bought by
Shelow Carl D and Shelow Donna D
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Naish Benjamin $725,000 Keystone Title
Naish Benjamin $725,000 Keystone Title
Zenszer Jennifer $195,795 None Available
Zenszer Jennifer $440,000 None Available
Shelow Carl D $195,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Naish Benjamin $652,500
Closed Naish Benjamin $652,500
Previous Owner Zenszer Jennifer $352,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/22/2016 08/22/16 Sold $440,000 -3.3% $145 / Sq Ft
06/15/2016 06/15/16 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2016 06/08/16 Price Changed $455,000 -5.2% $150 / Sq Ft
05/20/2016 05/20/16 For Sale $479,900 -- $158 / 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 $10,322 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2024 $10,322 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2023 $10,082 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2022 $9,862 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2021 $9,616 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2020 $9,338 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2019 $9,182 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2018 $9,182 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2017 $8,847 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2016 $8,764 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2015 $8,550 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
2014 $8,278 $211,670 $69,820 $141,850
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002432642

Bright MLS

APN: 54-00-06446-034