1521 N 2nd St Philadelphia, PA 19122
Olde Kensington Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,600
Sq Ft
975
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Eat-In Kitchen
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- No HOA
- Living Room
- 2-minute walk to Hancock Park
About This Home
As of May 2015This charming home is conveniently located within blocks of Northern Liberties and the Frankford corridor. Enter into the home's spacious living room with hardwood floors that lead into the dining room which is framed with decorative columns. The kitchen offers additional space for a breakfast table or a butcher block island. The laundry area is located on the main floor. Off the first floor is a large patio. The second floor is home to two of the bedrooms and the main full bathroom. The rear bedroom has it's own deck. The large master bedroom is on the third floor with it's own half bathroom and private deck.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,457
Lot Details
- 975 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 15x65
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,600 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Laundry on main level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Parking
- Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Shared Driveway
- On-Street Parking
- Rented or Permit Required
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Underground Utilities
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Association fees include trash
- Fishtown Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 107
- Assessor Parcel Number 182108800
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 7, 2015
Closed on
May 29, 2015
Sold by
Hough Larry
Bought by
Rashmar Enterprise Llc
Seller's Agent
Jenna Leggette
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Sean Conroy
KW Empower
List Price
$285,900
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-3.81%
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
$198,313
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$206,250
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 2008
Sold by
Ismail Awad H
Bought by
Hough Larry
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,204
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 2006
Sold by
Husien Jamal
Bought by
Ismail Awad H
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 2001
Sold by
Reda Francis and Estate Of John Cain
Bought by
Husien Jamal
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $275,000 | Fidelity National Title Insu | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $229,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $50,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $35,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $429,300 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $429,300 | Commercial | |
| Closed | $206,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $215,746 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $227,204 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2023 06/27/23 | Rented | $2,275 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/07/2023 06/07/23 | For Rent | $2,275 | +14.0% | -- |
| 06/09/2021 06/09/21 | Rented | $1,995 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/04/2021 06/04/21 | For Rent | $1,995 | +5.3% | -- |
| 07/01/2020 07/01/20 | Rented | $1,895 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/01/2020 06/01/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2020 05/28/20 | For Rent | $1,895 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/29/2015 05/29/15 | Sold | $275,000 | -3.8% | $172 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2015 04/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/07/2015 04/07/15 | For Sale | $285,900 | -- | $179 / 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 | $5,459 | $470,100 | $94,020 | $376,080 |
| 2024 | $5,459 | $470,100 | $94,020 | $376,080 |
| 2023 | $8,672 | $390,000 | $78,000 | $312,000 |
| 2022 | $4,684 | $619,500 | $123,900 | $495,600 |
| 2021 | $4,684 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,684 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,717 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,611 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,611 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,611 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,457 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $258,000 | $8,678 | $249,322 |
| 2012 | -- | $6,752 | $1,688 | $5,064 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
James Decker
Seller's Agent in 2023
James Decker
OFC Realty
(215) 735-7368
3 Total Sales
-
Richard Schultz
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Richard Schultz
Schultz Real Estate Group
(610) 742-9605
1 in this area
56 Total Sales
-
Jenna Leggette
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jenna Leggette
Compass RE
(267) 334-6599
62 Total Sales
-
Sean Conroy
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Sean Conroy
KW Empower
(215) 479-3021
4 in this area
101 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1000019558
APN: 182108800
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