NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1517 E Berks St Philadelphia, PA 19125

Fishtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $626,000 - $710,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,342 Sq Ft
$288/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2021

Last sale price $589,000 $251 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,825/month

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2021

TEN YEAR TAX ABATEMENT. Would you enjoy hosting an afternoon party on a rooftop deck? And then a nap at dusk? Welcome home to 1517 E Berks Street. A one-of-a-kind, elegantly redone townhome on a tree-lined street in Fishtown. The workmanship and attention to detail abound and should not be missed. The unique updates: a 2-bedroom addition, Brazilian hardwood floors, quartz kitchen island & granite counters, a floating book shelf, custom bench seating with storage, frameless spa-like shower with Bluetooth and LED lighting, a 6 foot soaking tub, double bowl sinks, oversized encasement windows and 3rd floor laundry. This home has 4 bedrooms, 2 and ½ baths, that rooftop deck and plenty of exposed brick, recessed lighting and crown molding.. A full list of the exquisite workmanship is posted for review and download. Make an appointment today to appreciate the effort and energy put into this home. Estimated new square footage is 2342 sq ft.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Egan

(610) 500-3090 kelly@eganre.com Egan Real Estate License #RS349760 Listed on: 07/20/2021

Co-Listed By

Pat Egan

(484) 919-0178 pat@eganre.com Egan Real Estate License #RM421478

Last Buyer's Agent

David Leipert

(215) 760-7221 david@leipertgroup.com City & Suburban Real Estate

City & Suburban Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,150

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 865 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 2,342 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Casement Windows
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Walk-in Shower

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Heat Pump System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Fishtown Subdivision
  • Property has 4.5 Levels

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 228
  • Assessor Parcel Number 181208300

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,150

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Art Deco, Contemporary
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: TEN YEAR TAX ABATEMENT. Would you enjoy hosting an afternoon party on a rooftop deck? And then a nap at dusk? Welcome home to 1517 E Berks Street. A one-of-a-kind, elegantly redone townhome on a tree-lined street in Fishtown. The workmanship and attention to detail abound and should not be missed. The unique updates: a 2-bedroom addition, Brazilian hardwood floors, quartz kitchen island & granite counters, a floating book shelf, custom bench seating with storage, frameless spa-like shower with Bluetooth and LED lighting, a 6 foot soaking tub, double bowl sinks, oversized encasement windows and 3rd floor laundry. This home has 4 bedrooms, 2 and ½ baths, that rooftop deck and plenty of exposed brick, recessed lighting and crown molding.. A full list of the exquisite workmanship is posted for review and download. Make an appointment today to appreciate the effort and energy put into this home. Estimated new square footage is 2342 sq ft.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Casement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 4.5
  • Room List: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 2342
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2342
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 255.76
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2342
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1517

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s), Zoned
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 157500.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 67500.00
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 865.00
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RSA5

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 981680
  • School Tax: 1728.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3150.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 181208300
  • Tax Lot: 228
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 09/15/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 20, 2021
Closed on
Sep 13, 2021
Sold by
Louis Group Properties Llc
Bought by
Fitzpatrick Brendan and Kennedy Sarah
Seller's Agent
Kelly Egan
Egan Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
David Leipert
City & Suburban Real Estate
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$589,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.67%
Current Estimated Value
$673,726

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$84,726
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.33%
Original Mortgage
$471,200
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2019
Sold by
Devine Michael Joseph and Flynn Carolyn
Bought by
Louis Group Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2015
Sold by
Dsb Holding Co Llc
Bought by
Dsb Holding Co Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 1993
Bought by
Joseph Michael and Flynn Carolyn A J T
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Fitzpatrick Brendan $589,000 None Listed On Document
Louis Group Properties Llc $155,000 None Available
Dsb Holding Co Llc -- First Amer Title Ins Co Gene
Joseph Michael $49,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Fitzpatrick Brendan $471,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/15/2021 09/15/21 Sold $589,000 -1.7% $251 / Sq Ft
07/20/2021 07/20/21 For Sale $599,000 -- $256 / 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 $3,150 $631,000 $126,200 $504,800
2024 $3,150 $631,000 $126,200 $504,800
2023 $3,884 $590,000 $118,000 $472,000
2022 $3,150 $277,500 $55,500 $222,000
2021 $3,150 $0 $0 $0
2020 $3,150 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,923 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,346 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,346 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,346 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $145,600 $14,881 $130,719
2012 -- $11,104 $3,704 $7,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kelly Egan

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Kelly Egan

    Egan Real Estate

    (610) 500-3090

    1 in this area

    109 Total Sales

    Kelly Egan
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  • Pat Egan

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Pat Egan

    Egan Real Estate

    (484) 919-0178

    1 in this area

    127 Total Sales

    Pat Egan
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  • David Leipert

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    David Leipert

    City & Suburban Real Estate

    (215) 760-7221

    2 in this area

    162 Total Sales

    David Leipert
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2012390

Bright MLS

APN: 181208300

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19125 Fishtown

1517 E Berks St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1517 E Berks St, Philadelphia, PA 19125 since 20 July 2021 and is currently estimated at $673,726, approximately $287 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 1517 E Berks St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Adaire Alexander School, Penn Treaty School, and Holy Name of Jesus.

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