NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1520 W Shunk St Philadelphia, PA 19145

South Philadelphia West Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $318,000 - $345,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,428 Sq Ft
$233/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 26, 2019

Last sale price $220,000 $154 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,034/month

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • 4-minute walk to Oregon
  • No HOA
  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of September 2019

Girard Estates Gem perfect for owner occupant interested in customizing their dream home, or investor looking for the next development opportunity. Original 1920's hardwood inlaid floors, spacious floorplan with three bedrooms, 1.5 bath, laundry on the main floor. Kitchen has new stainless steel appliance and solid wood cabinets. Needs some TLC.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janette Spirk

(610) 762-3183 janette.spirk@gmail.com Compass RE Listed on: 08/09/2019

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Joey Zheng

shouweizheng@gmail.com Tesla Realty Group, LLC License #2442897

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,994

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 960 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16.00 x 60.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,428 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Schools

  • South Philadelphia High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Girard Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 99
  • Assessor Parcel Number 261052500

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,994

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, A/C Units
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Sq Ft: 1428
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1428
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 154.06
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1428
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • 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: No
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • High School: SOUTH PHILADELPHIA

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 177537.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 36363.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 60.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 960.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1039959
  • School Tax: 1643.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2994.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 261052500
  • Tax Lot: 99
  • Tax Data Updated: Yes
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 9, 2019
Closed on
Sep 26, 2019
Sold by
Pescatore John
Bought by
Chen Yuhong and Liu Jiayong
Seller's Agent
Janette Spirk
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Joey Zheng
Tesla Realty Group, LLC
List Price
$220,000
Sold Price
$220,000
Current Estimated Value
$332,584

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$112,584
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.00%
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Outstanding Balance
$153,825
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$178,759

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2019
Sold by
Soto Cynthia and Soto Juan
Bought by
Pescatore John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,300
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2011
Sold by
Cohen Jill
Bought by
Soto Cynthia and Soto Juan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,070
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2003
Sold by
Barnett Deborah A and Will Of Charles Edward Barnett
Bought by
Cohen Jill

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,216
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Chen Yuhong $220,000 First City Abstract Agcy Inc
Pescatore John $134,000 Advantage Title Co Llc
Soto Cynthia $155,000 None Available
Cohen Jill $100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chen Yuhong $176,000
Previous Owner Pescatore John $127,300
Previous Owner Soto Cynthia $151,070
Previous Owner Cohen Jill $99,216
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/26/2019 09/26/19 Sold $220,000 0.0% $154 / Sq Ft
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2019 08/09/19 For Sale $220,000 -- $154 / 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
2026 $3,526 $277,700 $55,540 $222,160
2025 $3,526 $277,700 $55,540 $222,160
2024 $3,526 $277,700 $55,540 $222,160
2023 $3,526 $251,900 $50,380 $201,520
2022 $2,994 $251,900 $50,380 $201,520
2021 $2,994 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,994 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,783 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,550 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,550 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,550 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,441 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $182,200 $17,472 $164,728
2012 -- $16,704 $2,999 $13,705
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Janette Spirk

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Janette Spirk

    Compass RE

    (610) 762-3183

    19 in this area

    116 Total Sales

    Janette Spirk
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Joey Zheng

    Tesla Realty Group, LLC

    (215) 776-5228

    2 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Joey Zheng
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH823470

Bright MLS

APN: 261052500

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19145 South Philadelphia West

1520 W Shunk St, Philadelphia, PA

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