138 W Durham St Philadelphia, PA 19119
West Mount Airy Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,216
Sq Ft
1,907
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Straight Thru Architecture
- No HOA
- Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Skylights
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
About This Home
As of June 2017This house is adorable! Perched high above the street and filled with sunshine. Off-the-beaten-path location on a quiet one-way residential block. 1st floor: cheery entry foyer with wainscot and tile floor; large living room with built-in book shelves; formal dining room with chair rail and two tone paint scheme; renovated kitchen that maintains original pantry, dishwasher, and cut out into rear mudroom; rear kitchen space/mudroom with refrigerator, gas stove, powder room; exit to long fenced rear yard with garden space and lawn (and extra storage under the mudroom!). 2nd floor: front master bedroom with ceiling fan, wall of windows with great sky views; 2nd bedroom with corner closet; Expanded bright hall bath with new claw foot tub, new toilet, new pedestal sink and room for an over-sized storage cabinet; Bonus room perfect for home office or create a walk-in closet; Large rear bedroom with ceiling fan and windows overlooking rear yard. Hardwood floors everywhere except kitchen and baths, both with ceramic tile floors. Basement is full, unfinished with utilities and storage space. Gas hot air heat with new duct work. The front porch is broad and sunny, and in warmer weather enjoy watching the sunset. Terrific location with Chestnut Hill West commuter train 2 blocks away at Allen Lane Station (along with High Point Cafe!). One block the other direction, you'll find the many shops and restaurants along the popular Mt Airy commercial district on Germantown Avenue. A great house on a great block. First showings Saturday, March 25th. Open house Sunday, March 26th, 2-4 pm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #AB060272L Listed on: 03/23/2017
Co-Listed By
Lori Lorenz
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #TREND:1000404
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,903
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 1,907 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 15x129
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,216 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Mt Airy Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 121
- Assessor Parcel Number 092015300
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 23, 2017
Closed on
May 10, 2017
Sold by
Seward Zachary R and Scott Effie D
Bought by
Anderson Amy Kristen
Seller's Agent
Loretta Witt
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Clark
Compass RE
List Price
$242,500
Sold Price
$287,500
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
18.56%
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
$185,865
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%
Original Mortgage
$244,375
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2012
Closed on
Aug 28, 2012
Sold by
Hoban Thomas E and Hoban Claire M
Bought by
Seward Zachary R and Scott Effie D
Seller's Agent
Steve Caine
RE/MAX 2000
Buyer's Agent
Loretta Witt
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$209,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,900
-16.37%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$167,200
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $287,500 | None Available | |
| Deed | $209,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $235,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $244,375 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $167,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $81,509 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2017 06/09/17 | Sold | $287,500 | +18.6% | $130 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2017 03/26/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/23/2017 03/23/17 | For Sale | $242,500 | +16.0% | $109 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2012 08/29/12 | Sold | $209,000 | -9.1% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 07/24/2012 07/24/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2012 07/10/12 | Price Changed | $229,900 | -2.1% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2012 07/02/12 | Price Changed | $234,900 | -2.1% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2012 05/29/12 | Price Changed | $239,900 | -4.0% | $108 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2012 04/23/12 | For Sale | $249,900 | -- | $113 / 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 | $5,349 | $382,100 | $76,420 | $305,680 |
| 2024 | $5,349 | $410,500 | $82,100 | $328,400 |
| 2023 | $5,349 | $382,100 | $76,420 | $305,680 |
| 2022 | $2,791 | $337,100 | $76,420 | $260,680 |
| 2021 | $3,421 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,421 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,571 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,903 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,903 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,483 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,377 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $207,400 | $39,282 | $168,118 |
| 2012 | -- | $19,520 | $3,053 | $16,467 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Loretta Witt
Seller's Agent in 2017
Loretta Witt
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 264-3074
28 in this area
146 Total Sales
-
L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Lori Lorenz
BHHS Fox & Roach
-
Elizabeth Clark
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Elizabeth Clark
Compass RE
(610) 324-9860
14 in this area
126 Total Sales
-
Steve Caine
Seller's Agent in 2012
Steve Caine
RE/MAX
(215) 698-2024
89 Total Sales
-
Chris Caine
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012
Chris Caine
RE/MAX
(215) 605-9207
83 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003237433
APN: 092015300
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