NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1522 S 55th St Philadelphia, PA 19143

Kingsessing Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $209,000 - $234,228

-- Bed
-- Bath
1 Sq Ft
$224,409/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 22, 2018

Last sale price $148,000 $148,000 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,510/month

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • 1-minute walk to Chester Avenue And 55Th Street
  • Heating Available
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of November 2018

Newly renovated duplex in the bustling Kingsessing neighborhood of West Philadelphia. Each unit includes 2 bedrooms and one full bathroom. The building was renovated in 2016 to include beautiful new flooring, updated kitchens and bathrooms. Separate electric meters, electric baseboards. Owner only pays water! First floor is occupied paying $800 a month, second floor is currently vacant. Schedule your showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Simmens

(610) 818-5904 scottphlre@gmail.com Heritage Homes Realty License #RS312159 Listed on: 10/15/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Mohammed Ullah

(267) 278-3238 mohammed.ullah@foxroach.com BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square License #RS323777

BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $766

Year Built

  • Built in 1943

Lot Details

  • 1,488 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x93

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Duplex

Additional Features

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 248
  • Assessor Parcel Number 514008300

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units
  • Kingsessing Subdivision

Building Details

  • Operating Expense $766

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$766

Year Built

Built in 1943

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1943
  • Remarks Public: Newly renovated duplex in the bustling Kingsessing neighborhood of West Philadelphia. Each unit includes 2 bedrooms and one full bathroom. The building was renovated in 2016 to include beautiful new flooring, updated kitchens and bathrooms. Separate electric meters, electric baseboards. Owner only pays water! First floor is occupied paying $800 a month, second floor is currently vacant. Schedule your showing today.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Room List: Primary Bedroom
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 150000.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1522

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • 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: Electric
  • Heating Type: Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 46495.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 8205.00
  • Land Use Code: U30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X93
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1488.00
  • Zoning: RM1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Multi Family

  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1253051
  • Tax Annual Amount: 766.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 514008300
  • Tax Lot: 248
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 11/22/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2018
Closed on
Nov 13, 2018
Sold by
Lookash Realty Llc
Bought by
Sebhatu Rufael T and Fisaha Ferehewot
Seller's Agent
Scott Simmens
Heritage Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mohammed Ullah
BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$148,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.33%
Current Estimated Value
$224,409

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$76,409
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.21%
Original Mortgage
$111,000
Outstanding Balance
$97,602
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$126,807

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2015
Closed on
Aug 8, 2016
Sold by
Prince Sylveste3r and Prince Russell
Bought by
Lookash Realty Llc
Seller's Agent
Tifphani Johnson
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Buyer's Agent
Zach Oriel
KW Empower
List Price
$80,000
Sold Price
$50,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-37.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
59.96%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2015
Closed on
Aug 2, 2016
Sold by
Prince Sylveste3r and Prince Russell
Bought by
Lookash Realty Llc
Seller's Agent
Tifphani Johnson
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Buyer's Agent
Zach Oriel
KW Empower
List Price
$80,000
Sold Price
$50,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-37.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2005
Sold by
Prince Russell and Prince Sylvester
Bought by
Prince Russell and Prince Sylvester
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
Sebhatu Rufael T $148,000 None Available
Lookash Realty Llc -- None Available
Lookash Realty Llc -- None Available
Prince Russell -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sebhatu Rufael T $111,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/22/2018 11/22/18 Sold $148,000 -1.3% $148,000 / Sq Ft
10/22/2018 10/22/18 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2018 10/15/18 For Sale $150,000 +200.0% $150,000 / Sq Ft
08/02/2016 08/02/16 Sold $50,000 -37.5% $24 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/11/2016 07/11/16 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2015 10/01/15 For Sale $80,000 -- $38 / 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 $3,835 $274,000 $54,800 $219,200
2024 $3,835 $274,000 $54,800 $219,200
2023 $3,835 $274,000 $54,800 $219,200
2022 $3,835 $274,000 $54,800 $219,200
2021 $910 $0 $0 $0
2020 $910 $0 $0 $0
2019 $794 $0 $0 $0
2018 $766 $0 $0 $0
2017 $766 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,432 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,432 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $106,900 $5,409 $101,491
2012 -- $8,416 $1,555 $6,861
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Scott Simmens

    Heritage Homes Realty

    (610) 818-5904

    1 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Scott Simmens
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  • Mohammed Ullah

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Mohammed Ullah

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (267) 278-3238

    5 in this area

    280 Total Sales

    Mohammed Ullah
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  • Tifphani Johnson

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Tifphani Johnson

    Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne

    (267) 918-7529

    55 Total Sales

    Tifphani Johnson
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  • Zach Oriel

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Zach Oriel

    KW Empower

    (267) 205-8592

    3 in this area

    73 Total Sales

    Zach Oriel
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1009929438

Bright MLS

APN: 514008300

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19143 Kingsessing

1522 S 55th St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1522 S 55th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143 since 15 October 2018 and is currently estimated at $224,409, approximately $224,409 per square foot. This property was built in 1943. 1522 S 55th St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Mitchell Elementary, John Bartram High School, and Independence Charter School West.

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