NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1540 S 27th St Philadelphia, PA 19146

Grays Ferry Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $153,000 - $214,813

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,446 Sq Ft
$130/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 08, 2016

Last sale price $75,000 $52 Per Sq Ft

Est. 152% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,209/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Patio
  • Tile or Brick Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • 3-minute walk to Lanier Park

About This Home

As of March 2016

Move-in ready home or rental in HOT Grays Ferry neighborhood of South Philadelphia.. A short walk to the East Passyunk corridor, Point Breeze/Newbold, makes this Grays Ferry home a great value and wonderful and affordable. This home features a front porch, cozy Living Room, Dining Room and kitchen on the first floor. There are 3 nice size bedrooms on the second floor and one full size bathroom. The basement is semi-finished with laundry hook-up. Nice rear yard and property is in good condition, all Offers will be presented.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Cohen

KW Empower License #AB066937 Listed on: 01/09/2016

KW Empower

Last Buyer's Agent

Francis Desimone

Summit Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $851

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 930 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 15x62
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,446 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry in Basement

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Grays Ferry Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 106
  • Assessor Parcel Number 364299500

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$851

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1446
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1446
  • Net Sq Ft: 1446.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 55.26
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1446
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1540

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 15X62
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 930.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 851.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 364299500
  • Tax Lot: 106
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 03/08/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2007
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Dand D Real Properties Llc
Total Days on Market
10
Current Estimated Value
$188,703

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 2006
Sold by
Glasgow Yvonne
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1996
Sold by
Teti Joseph and Teti Flora Katherine
Bought by
Glasgow Yvonne
Source: Public Records

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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
Dand D Real Properties Llc $47,000 None Available
Federal National Mortgage Association $30,000 None Available
Glasgow Yvonne $43,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed D & D Real Properties Llc $87,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/08/2016 03/08/16 Sold $75,000 -6.1% $52 / Sq Ft
01/19/2016 01/19/16 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2016 01/09/16 For Sale $79,900 -- $55 / 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 $1,834 $178,300 $35,660 $142,640
2024 $1,834 $178,300 $35,660 $142,640
2023 $1,834 $131,000 $26,200 $104,800
2022 $1,104 $131,000 $26,200 $104,800
2021 $1,104 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,104 $78,900 $14,360 $64,540
2019 $1,027 $0 $0 $0
2018 $851 $0 $0 $0
2017 $851 $0 $0 $0
2016 $851 $0 $0 $0
2015 $815 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $60,800 $8,742 $52,058
2012 -- $5,920 $1,325 $4,595
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Cohen

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Michael Cohen

    KW Empower

    (610) 331-7213

    10 in this area

    877 Total Sales

    Michael Cohen
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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Francis Desimone

    Summit Real Estate

    (267) 307-7310

    2 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Francis Desimone
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002374656

Bright MLS

APN: 364299500

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19145 Grays Ferry

1540 S 27th St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1540 S 27th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 since 09 January 2016 and is currently estimated at $188,703, approximately $130 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 1540 S 27th 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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