1557 N Orkney St Philadelphia, PA 19122
Olde Kensington NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,959/month
Total Views
167
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,122
Sq Ft
$245
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Combination Kitchen and Living
- Downtown Location
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- 4-minute walk to Cruz Park - Power 99 Parks & Rec
About This Home
New modern home with hardwood floors, update kitchen new appliances, cabinets, granite countertop. one bedroom with two closets and private bathroom on second floor. Third floor has one bedroom with full bath and laundry room. Nice private big yard access to the street.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,450
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 490 Sq Ft Lot
- Downtown Location
- Privacy Fence
- Back Yard
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Poured Concrete
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 1,122 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Combination Kitchen and Living
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 75
- Assessor Parcel Number 182262500
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Olde Kensington Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,929 | $389,400 | $77,880 | $311,520 |
| 2024 | $3,929 | $389,400 | $77,880 | $311,520 |
| 2023 | $3,929 | $280,700 | $56,100 | $224,600 |
| 2022 | $3,924 | $280,700 | $56,100 | $224,600 |
| 2021 | $3,924 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,924 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,430 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,130 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,130 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,130 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,081 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $80,700 | $4,579 | $76,121 |
| 2012 | -- | $4,128 | $1,174 | $2,954 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | For Sale | $275,000 | +5.8% | $245 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2022 05/12/22 | Sold | $260,000 | 0.0% | $232 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2022 04/09/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2022 04/01/22 | For Sale | $260,000 | -11.9% | $232 / Sq Ft |
| 01/26/2018 01/26/18 | Sold | $295,000 | +18.0% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 12/11/2017 12/11/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/27/2017 11/27/17 | Price Changed | $250,000 | -9.1% | $227 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2017 10/12/17 | Price Changed | $274,900 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2017 09/11/17 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -3.3% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2017 09/06/17 | Price Changed | $284,500 | -0.1% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2017 08/15/17 | Price Changed | $284,900 | 0.0% | $259 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2017 07/18/17 | For Sale | $285,000 | -- | $259 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $245,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $245,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $100,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,960,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2524510
APN: 182262500
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