NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1538 S 53rd St Philadelphia, PA 19143

Southwest Schuylkill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $147,000 - $194,579

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,622 Sq Ft
$106/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 03, 2014

Last sale price $80,000 $49 Per Sq Ft

Est. 115% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,025/month

206 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Woodland Avenue And 53Rd Street
  • Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Butlers Pantry

About This Home

As of July 2014

lovely well maintained huge 4 bedroom home with beautiful hardwood floors under the carpets this large home has front porch large living room dining room breakfast room and full kitchen that leads to back yard second floor has 4 nice size bedrooms and one full bath the basement is semi-finished with washer and dryer.location is ideal near local bus routes and one block from the trolley that takes you directly to center city Philadelphia. The owner really took good care of this property seller is motivated and ready for your buyer to move in.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sam Shephard

Keller Williams Main Line License #RS294333 Listed on: 08/27/2013

Keller Williams Main Line

Last Buyer's Agent

Jae Jones-Wright

Legacy Enterprise Realty Co. License #RM424007

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $665

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 1,248 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x78
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,622 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Parking Space
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 154
  • Assessor Parcel Number 512015800

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$665

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1622
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1622
  • Net Sq Ft: 1622.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 52.34
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1622
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Flat
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Radiator
  • 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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 44858.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 4742.00
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X78
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1248.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R10

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1249558
  • Tax Annual Amount: 665.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 512015800
  • Tax Lot: 154
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Close Date: 07/03/2014

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2013
Closed on
Jun 10, 2014
Sold by
Bell Mary and Cunningham Barbara A
Bought by
Lawrence Noell Taylor and Lawrence Noell
Seller's Agent
Sam Shephard
Keller Williams Main Line
Buyer's Agent
Jae Jones-Wright
Legacy Enterprise Realty Co.
List Price
$84,900
Sold Price
$80,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-5.77%
Current Estimated Value
$172,395

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$92,395
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.10%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2012
Sold by
Bell Mary and Cunningtham Barbara A
Bought by
Bell Mary and Cunningham Barbara 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
Lawrence Noell Taylor -- --
Bell Mary -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lawrence Noell Taylor $4,110
Closed Lawrence Noell Taylor $3,860
Closed Lawrence Noell Taylor $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2014 07/03/14 Sold $80,000 -5.8% $49 / Sq Ft
03/21/2014 03/21/14 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2013 08/27/13 For Sale $84,900 -- $52 / 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 $1,027 $121,100 $24,220 $96,880
2024 $1,027 $121,100 $24,220 $96,880
2023 $1,027 $73,400 $14,600 $58,800
2022 $948 $73,400 $14,600 $58,800
2021 $948 $0 $0 $0
2020 $948 $0 $0 $0
2019 $875 $0 $0 $0
2018 $882 $0 $0 $0
2017 $882 $0 $0 $0
2016 $882 $0 $0 $0
2015 $665 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $49,600 $4,742 $44,858
2012 -- $8,192 $1,603 $6,589
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sam Shephard

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sam Shephard

    Keller Williams Main Line

    (267) 784-4500

    90 Total Sales

    Sam Shephard
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  • Jae Jones-Wright

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Jae Jones-Wright

    Legacy Enterprise Realty Co.

    (215) 531-3332

    1 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Jae Jones-Wright
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003568182

Bright MLS

APN: 512015800

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19143 Southwest Schuylkill

1538 S 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1538 S 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19143 since 27 August 2013 and is currently estimated at $172,395, approximately $106 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 1538 S 53rd St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Benjamin B. Comegys School, John Bartram High School, and Independence Charter School West.

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