NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1578 Hower Rd Abington, PA 19001

Abington Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $487,434 - $565,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,314 Sq Ft
$233/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 30, 2013

Last sale price $300,000 $130 Per Sq Ft

Est. 80% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,560/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Overlook Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of October 2013

Located on one of the nicest streets in Brentwood Manor in the Blue Ribbon Abington School District, this spacious and sunny 3 - 4 bedroom 2 bath stone and brick contemporary is exactly what you've been waiting for! It features a new 2013 kitchen with granite counters, ceramic tile floor, custom back splash and high end stainless steel appliances. This home also includes many replacement windows, updated bathrooms, a large living room with an open floor plan, family room with outside exit, lower level room that that can be used as a 4th bedroom or in-home office, newer furnace and A/C and a beautiful back yard. Freshly painted throughout and in move-in condition. Abington has been named one of America's most desirable communities by CNN and Money Magazine. Close to hospital, shopping, schools, restaurants and transportation. Don't wait! Open House 9/15 has been cancelled.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janet Cribbins

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #RS181091L Listed on: 09/03/2013

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

Last Buyer's Agent

Bob Lambert

Coldwell Banker Hearthside License #RS222662L

Coldwell Banker Hearthside

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,919

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,314 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic Fan
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile or Brick
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Schools

  • Abington Senior High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Patio

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Brentwood Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 238
  • Assessor Parcel Number 30-00-30568-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,919

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer & Dryer In "As Is" Condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Remarks Public: Located on one of the nicest streets in Brentwood Manor in the Blue Ribbon Abington School District, this spacious and sunny 3 - 4 bedroom 2 bath stone and brick contemporary is exactly what you've been waiting for! It features a new 2013 kitchen with granite counters, ceramic tile floor, custom back splash and high end stainless steel appliances. This home also includes many replacement windows, updated bathrooms, a large living room with an open floor plan, family room with outside exit, lower level room that that can be used as a 4th bedroom or in-home office, newer furnace and A/C and a beautiful back yard. Freshly painted throughout and in move-in condition. Abington has been named one of America's most desirable communities by CNN and Money Magazine. Close to hospital, shopping, schools, restaurants and transportation. Don't wait! Open House 9/15 has been cancelled.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted, Vinyl, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient, Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: Other
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2314
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2314
  • Net Sq Ft: 2314.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 134.83
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2314
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1578

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: ABINGTON
  • High School: ABINGTON SENIOR
  • School District Key: 300200397027
  • High School: ABINGTON SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 1101
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Dimensions: 75
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11250.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 652130
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4919.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 30-00-30568-002
  • Tax Lot: 238
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 10/30/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ABINGTON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2012
Sold by
Cook James
Bought by
Askin Daniel J
Total Days on Market
24
Current Estimated Value
$539,359

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$307,200
Interest Rate
4.52%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2005
Sold by
Cook James and Cook Ileen
Bought by
Cook James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
5.72%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2000
Sold by
Larson Robert T
Bought by
Cook James and Cook Ileen
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Askin Daniel J $300,000 None Available
Cook James -- --
Cook James $178,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Askin Daniel J $287,850
Previous Owner Askin Daniel J $307,200
Previous Owner Cook James $172,000
Previous Owner Cook James $50,000
Previous Owner Cook James $215,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/30/2013 10/30/13 Sold $300,000 -3.8% $130 / Sq Ft
09/27/2013 09/27/13 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2013 09/03/13 For Sale $312,000 -- $135 / 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
2024 $6,522 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2023 $6,251 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2022 $6,050 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2021 $5,724 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2020 $5,642 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2019 $5,642 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2018 $5,642 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2017 $5,476 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2016 $5,421 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2015 $5,096 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
2014 $5,096 $140,840 $53,440 $87,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003573268

Bright MLS

APN: 30-00-30568-002