NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1521 S Myrtlewood St Philadelphia, PA 19146

Grays Ferry Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $127,000 - $151,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,004 Sq Ft
$139/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 09, 2022

Last sale price $90,000 $90 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $863/month

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Radiator
  • 2-minute walk to Lanier Park
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2022

Make this solid Grays Ferry row home your own! Welcoming from the front porch, you have 3 comfortable bedrooms & 1 remodeled bath, and good bones to work with! Bring your paintbrush and transform this well-loved home easily into your dream home or simply spiffy it up to make an effortless investment property for a savvy investor. Located across the River from University City, adjacent to Point Breeze and Schuylkill. Walk to Lanier Park & Playground at 29th and Tasker streets with a walking path, large and small dog parks, picnic area, interactive water features, and Fitness Zone. Several restaurants within a 15 minute and also a short distance to the Grays Ferry Crescent Trail Park. Many nearby public transportation options and Regional Rail Lines are very close. Make your appointment today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stacey McCarthy

McCarthy Real Estate License #RM423377 Listed on: 07/15/2022

Co-Listed By

Joe Mccarthy

McCarthy Real Estate License #RS307205

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Mccarthy

McCarthy Real Estate License #RS307205

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,082

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 727 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 14.00 x 51.00
  • Property is in below average condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,004 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • James Alcorn Elementary And Middle School
  • Audenried High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Grays Ferry Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 301
  • Assessor Parcel Number 364410100

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,082

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Make this solid Grays Ferry row home your own! Welcoming from the front porch, you have 3 comfortable bedrooms & 1 remodeled bath, and good bones to work with! Bring your paintbrush and transform this well-loved home easily into your dream home or simply spiffy it up to make an effortless investment property for a savvy investor. Located across the River from University City, adjacent to Point Breeze and Schuylkill. Walk to Lanier Park & Playground at 29th and Tasker streets with a walking path, large and small dog parks, picnic area, interactive water features, and Fitness Zone. Several restaurants within a 15 minute and also a short distance to the Grays Ferry Crescent Trail Park. Many nearby public transportation options and Regional Rail Lines are very close. Make your appointment today!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1004
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1004
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 149.40
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1004
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1521

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full 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
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • Elementary School: JAMES ALCORN SCHOOL
  • Middle School: JAMES ALCORN SCHOOL
  • High School: AUDENRIED
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: JAMES ALCORN SCHOOL
  • High School: AUDENRIED
  • Middle Or Junior School: JAMES ALCORN SCHOOL

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 57841.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 19459.00
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 51.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 727.00
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Year Assessed: 2022
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1121784
  • School Tax: 593.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1082.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 364410100
  • Tax Lot: 301
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1004
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 09/09/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2022
Closed on
Sep 7, 2022
Sold by
Barbara Curran
Bought by
Kennedy Michael Patrick
Seller's Agent
Stacey McCarthy
McCarthy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joe Mccarthy
McCarthy Real Estate
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$90,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-40%
Current Estimated Value
$135,446

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,446
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.28%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 1965
Bought by
John John J and John Claire A
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
Kennedy Michael Patrick $90,000 --
John John J -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/09/2022 09/09/22 Sold $90,000 -40.0% $90 / Sq Ft
08/15/2022 08/15/22 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2022 08/12/22 For Sale $150,000 0.0% $149 / Sq Ft
08/02/2022 08/02/22 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2022 07/15/22 For Sale $150,000 -- $149 / 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 $1,468 $125,000 $25,000 $100,000
2024 $1,468 $125,000 $25,000 $100,000
2023 $1,468 $104,900 $20,980 $83,920
2022 $452 $59,900 $20,980 $38,920
2021 $1,082 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,082 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,006 $0 $0 $0
2018 $375 $0 $0 $0
2017 $795 $0 $0 $0
2016 $375 $0 $0 $0
2015 $359 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $56,800 $6,904 $49,896
2012 -- $5,216 $742 $4,474
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Stacey McCarthy

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Stacey McCarthy

    McCarthy Real Estate

    (215) 867-4511

    14 in this area

    180 Total Sales

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  • Joe Mccarthy

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Joe Mccarthy

    McCarthy Real Estate

    (267) 228-3950

    16 in this area

    228 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2139526

Bright MLS

APN: 364410100

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19146 Grays Ferry

1521 S Myrtlewood St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1521 S Myrtlewood St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 since 15 July 2022 and is currently estimated at $139,999, approximately $139 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 1521 S Myrtlewood St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Universal Alcorn Charter School, Universal Vare Charter School, and Universal Audenried Charter High School.

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