NOT LISTED FOR SALE

157 E Walnut Park Dr Philadelphia, PA 19120

Melrose Park Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $215,000 - $266,455

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,152 Sq Ft
$211/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 01, 2021

Last sale price $225,000 $195 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,563/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Chairlift
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Property is in very good condition

About This Home

As of October 2021

This charming home has 3 BR's and 1 1/2 baths with neutral paint on first floor, 2nd floor hallway, middle bedroom, and the basement. The kitchen includes all stainless steel GE appliances new cabinets, and a new floor. The house has a finished partial basement and a new roof installed in October 2020. The garage was converted into extra storage with a vinyl siding exterior and not currently used for car storage. There are two surround speakers installed in the wall of the living room that are included with the home. The current owners are open to a rent back if possible but not necessary.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maritza Cainas

Re/Max One Realty Listed on: 06/27/2021

Re/Max One Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Maurice Rollins

EXP Realty, LLC

EXP Realty, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,949

Year Built

  • Built in 1955 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16.00 x 100.00
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • AirLite
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Plaster Walls
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Dining Area
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Dual Flush Toilets

Laundry

  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Chairlift

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Tax Lot 479
  • Assessor Parcel Number 611360500

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Melrose Park Gardens Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,949

Year Built

Built in 1955 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Airlite
  • Accessibility Features: Chairlift
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Inclusions: All stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, gas range, microwave, dishwasher, ceiling fan in dining room, all light fixtures throughout the house, and 4 AC units.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2021-06-27
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Year Renovated: 2018
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: This charming home has 3 BR's and 1 1/2 baths with neutral paint on first floor, 2nd floor hallway, middle bedroom, and the basement. The kitchen includes all stainless steel GE appliances new cabinets, and a new floor. The house has a finished partial basement and a new roof installed in October 2020. The garage was converted into extra storage with a vinyl siding exterior and not currently used for car storage. There are two surround speakers installed in the wall of the living room that are included with the home. The current owners are open to a rent back if possible but not necessary.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Dual Flush Toilets, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Laminated
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1152
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 195.31
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1152
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 157

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Roof: Flat
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Internet Services: Cable, Fixed Wireless

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Loss Mitigation Fee?: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 118320.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 20880.00
  • Land Use Code: R30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1600.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1332479
  • School Tax: 1069.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1949.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 611360500
  • Tax Lot: 479
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1152
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 10/01/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2021
Closed on
Sep 30, 2021
Sold by
Lisa Mora
Bought by
Perez Yvette
Seller's Agent
Maritza Cainas
Re/Max One Realty
Buyer's Agent
Maurice Rollins
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-4.26%
Current Estimated Value
$250,779

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,779
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.57%
Original Mortgage
$220,924
Interest Rate
2.98%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2017
Sold by
Aguayo Luis and Lucena Hector Luis
Bought by
Mora Lisa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,575
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 1985
Bought by
Aguayo Luis and Aguayo Guillermina
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
Perez Yvette $225,000 None Listed On Document
Mora Lisa $125,000 Title Services
Aguayo Luis $37,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Perez Yvette $220,924
Previous Owner Mora Lisa $132,000
Previous Owner Mora Lisa $91,575
Previous Owner Aguayo Luis $30,000
Previous Owner Aguayo Luis $25,000
Previous Owner Aguayo Luis $10,000
Previous Owner Aguayo Luis $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Sold $225,000 0.0% $195 / Sq Ft
08/09/2021 08/09/21 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2021 08/04/21 Price Changed $225,000 -2.1% $195 / Sq Ft
07/21/2021 07/21/21 Price Changed $229,900 -2.2% $200 / Sq Ft
06/27/2021 06/27/21 For Sale $235,000 -- $204 / 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 $2,275 $224,400 $44,800 $179,600
2024 $2,275 $224,400 $44,800 $179,600
2023 $2,275 $162,500 $32,500 $130,000
2022 $1,319 $117,500 $32,500 $85,000
2021 $1,949 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,949 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,811 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,949 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,949 $0 $0 $0
2016 -- $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $139,200 $12,800 $126,400
2012 -- $19,136 $2,205 $16,931
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Maritza Cainas

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Maritza Cainas

    RE/MAX

    (215) 990-4114

    2 in this area

    125 Total Sales

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  • Maurice Rollins

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Maurice Rollins

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (267) 650-7015

    1 in this area

    51 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2002978

Bright MLS

APN: 611360500

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19120 Melrose Park Gardens

157 E Walnut Park Dr, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 157 E Walnut Park Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19120 since 27 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $242,614, approximately $210 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 157 E Walnut Park Dr is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Thomas K. Finletter School, Samuel Fels High School, and Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School.

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