NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1537 Fontain St Philadelphia, PA 19121

North Philadelphia West Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $186,000 - $302,972

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,498 Sq Ft
$159/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 03, 2024

Last sale price $180,000 $120 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,680/month

364 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of July 2024

Welcome to 1537 Fontain St. This property has been used for Temple Student housing for many years. This property is a 4 bedroom, 2 full bathroom and has been very well maintained. The current owners have rented this property for $2,600 monthly with 4 roommates living together. Schedule your showing today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Edward Rogers

Honest Real Estate License #RM424065 Listed on: 06/01/2023

Honest Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Hunt

KW Empower

KW Empower

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 975 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 65.00

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,498 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 148
  • Assessor Parcel Number 321031000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1915

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
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 1537 Fontain St. This property has been used for Temple Student housing for many years. This property is a 4 bedroom, 2 full bathroom and has been very well maintained. The current owners have rented this property for $2,600 monthly with 4 roommates living together. Schedule your showing today.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Total Sq Ft: 1498
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1498
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 140.19
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1498
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1537

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

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

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public 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
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 65.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 975.00
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RM1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2533.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4617.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 321031000
  • Tax Lot: 148
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1498
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 07/03/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2023
Closed on
Jul 3, 2024
Sold by
Morales Ruben E and Morales Moraima Lugo
Bought by
Brophy Brian and Brophy Suzanne Marie
Seller's Agent
Edward Rogers
Honest Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Hunt
KW Empower
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-25%
Views
185
Current Estimated Value
$237,743

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$57,743
Avg. Annual Appreciation
25.49%
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Outstanding Balance
$142,910
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$90,791

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2004
Sold by
Morales Ruben
Bought by
Morales Ruben E and Morales Moraima Lugo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,400
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2001
Sold by
Jones Clara
Bought by
Morales Ruben
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
Brophy Brian $180,000 None Listed On Document
Morales Ruben E $63,000 Commonwealth Title
Morales Ruben $9,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brophy Brian $144,000
Previous Owner Morales Ruben E $520,000
Previous Owner Morales Ruben E $50,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2024 07/03/24 Sold $180,000 -14.3% $120 / Sq Ft
05/30/2024 05/30/24 Pending -- -- --
11/06/2023 11/06/23 Price Changed $210,000 -4.5% $140 / Sq Ft
08/01/2023 08/01/23 Price Changed $220,000 -8.3% $147 / Sq Ft
06/01/2023 06/01/23 For Sale $240,000 -- $160 / 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 $4,618 $293,400 $58,600 $234,800
2024 $4,618 $293,400 $58,600 $234,800
2023 $4,618 $329,900 $65,980 $263,920
2022 $3,620 $329,900 $65,980 $263,920
2021 $3,620 $0 $0 $0
2020 $3,620 $0 $0 $0
2019 $3,500 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,192 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,192 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,192 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,024 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $76,400 $7,995 $68,405
2012 -- $3,008 $421 $2,587
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Edward Rogers

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Edward Rogers

    Honest Real Estate

    (267) 231-7212

    5 in this area

    275 Total Sales

    Edward Rogers
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  • Joseph Hunt

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Joseph Hunt

    KW Empower

    (215) 607-6007

    7 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Joseph Hunt
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2242686

Bright MLS

APN: 321031000

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19121 North Philadelphia West

1537 Fontain St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1537 Fontain St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 since 01 June 2023 and is currently estimated at $237,743, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1915. 1537 Fontain St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Tanner Duckrey School, Alliance for Progress Charter School, and Kipp North Philadelphia Academy.

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