$860,000
SOLD DEC 18, 2024
3 Beds
4 Baths
2,750 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$313 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Skylights
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 4-minute walk to Pastorius Park

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to the "Laughing Orange" residence, located Top of the Hill, just a leisurely stroll away from Germantown Ave, Pastorious Park, and the vibrant offerings of Chestnut Hill. Designed by prominent architect William McDowell Jr this home employs a modern, simple, and straightforward style putting function first.

Meticulously maintained, this home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 2 powder rooms. The main level features a generously proportioned eat-in kitchen with a wet bar, complemented by a convenient powder room, seamlessly flowing into the open-concept sun-filled living and dining areas. Slide open the glass doors to access either the Graver's Lane side balcony, offering autumn views of the "burning bush," or the side patio leading to an expansive garden adorned with grape hyacinths and forsythias. The eco-friendly garden was deliberately landscaped for both privacy and aesthetic appeal, the space promises serene moments amidst low-maintenance greenery.

Ascending to the upper level reveals 3 ample bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own en-suite bath, supplemented by an additional full hall bathroom. Descend to the fully finished basement, where additional living space awaits alongside ample storage solutions, a convenient laundry room equipped with washer and dryer, and yet another powder room. Step outside through the walk-out basement to access the rear and side yards, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living.

Parking is a breeze with your very own detached one-car garage with enough space to accommodate an SUV with ample room for extra storage. Situated just steps away from the Septa Chestnut Hill West, Highland, and St. Martins Stations, commuting is convenient and hassle-free.

This extraordinary property boasts an extra-wide lot, offering over 11,000 square feet of land, providing ample space for outdoor recreation, gardening, and entertaining. Experience the allure of this remarkable property firsthand. Schedule your viewing today and make "Laughing Orange" your new home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Maynes

BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut License #AB067539 Listed on: 10/21/2024

BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut

Last Buyer's Agent

Nanci Fitzgerald

Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty License #RS356142

Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,934

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 77.00 x 137.00
  • Front and Side Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway
  • Parking Lot

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 2,750 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Skylights
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Mobility Improvements
  • Patio

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chestnut Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 148
  • Assessor Parcel Number 092191120

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,934

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: Mobility Improvements
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to the "Laughing Orange" residence, located Top of the Hill, just a leisurely stroll away from Germantown Ave, Pastorious Park, and the vibrant offerings of Chestnut Hill. Designed by prominent architect William McDowell Jr this home employs a modern, simple, and straightforward style putting function first. Meticulously maintained, this home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 2 powder rooms. The main level features a generously proportioned eat-in kitchen with a wet bar, complemented by a convenient powder room, seamlessly flowing into the open-concept sun-filled living and dining areas. Slide open the glass doors to access either the Graver's Lane side balcony, offering autumn views of the "burning bush," or the side patio leading to an expansive garden adorned with grape hyacinths and forsythias. The eco-friendly garden was deliberately landscaped for both privacy and aesthetic appeal, the space promises serene moments amidst low-maintenance greenery. Ascending to the upper level reveals 3 ample bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own en-suite bath, supplemented by an additional full hall bathroom. Descend to the fully finished basement, where additional living space awaits alongside ample storage solutions, a convenient laundry room equipped with washer and dryer, and yet another powder room. Step outside through the walk-out basement to access the rear and side yards, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living. Parking is a breeze with your very own detached one-car garage with enough space to accommodate an SUV with ample room for extra storage. Situated just steps away from the Septa Chestnut Hill West, Highland, and St. Martins Stations, commuting is convenient and hassle-free. This extraordinary property boasts an extra-wide lot, offering over 11,000 square feet of land, providing ample space for outdoor recreation, gardening, and entertaining. Experience the allure of this remarkable property firsthand. Schedule your viewing today and make "Laughing Orange" your new home!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2750
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2750
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 321.82
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2750
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 151

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathroom: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • 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: Shared Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot, Detached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District Key: 803408593408
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: J41
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Dimensions: 77.00 x 137.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11175.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RSD3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 5563.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9934.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 092191120
  • Tax Lot: 148
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2750
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 12/18/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 21, 2024
Closed on
Dec 10, 2024
Sold by
Fricke-Gottschild Hellmut and Dixon-Gottschild Brenda
Bought by
Youn Andrew and Davies Hermione
Seller's Agent
George Maynes
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Buyer's Agent
Nanci Fitzgerald
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$885,000
Sold Price
$860,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.82%
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$924,573

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$64,573
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.64%
Original Mortgage
$688,000
Outstanding Balance
$678,458
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$223,060

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2011
Sold by
Rambo Maree F
Bought by
Fricke Gottschild Hellmut and Dixon Gottschild Brenda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$376,500
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 1997
Sold by
Farnum Peter R
Bought by
Rambo Maree F
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $860,000 Northwest Abstract
Deed $860,000 Northwest Abstract
Deed $502,000 Title Insurance Company
Deed $200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $688,000 New Conventional
Closed $688,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $378,318 New Conventional
Previous Owner $376,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2024 12/18/24 Sold $860,000 -2.8% $313 / Sq Ft
11/14/2024 11/14/24 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2024 10/25/24 Off Market $885,000 -- --
10/21/2024 10/21/24 For Sale $885,000 -- $322 / 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 $9,934 $769,800 $153,960 $615,840
2024 $9,934 $769,800 $153,960 $615,840
2023 $9,934 $709,700 $141,940 $567,760
2022 $7,751 $664,700 $141,940 $522,760
2021 $8,381 $0 $0 $0
2020 $8,381 $0 $0 $0
2019 $7,362 $0 $0 $0
2018 $5,993 $0 $0 $0
2017 $5,993 $0 $0 $0
2016 $5,573 $0 $0 $0
2015 $5,335 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $428,100 $305,078 $123,022
2012 -- $35,680 $8,263 $27,417
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2412104

Bright MLS

APN: 092191120