NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1654 E Berks St Philadelphia, PA 19125

Fishtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $608,821 - $718,000

6 Beds
2 Baths
3,324 Sq Ft
$202/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 29, 2023

Last sale price $555,000 $167 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,150/month

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.06 Acre Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Palmer Doggie Depot

About This Home

As of June 2023

Welcome to this Brick 3 level townhome located in Fishtown! This home features 5 bedrooms, 2 baths and 3324 Square Feet! This home features updates throughout with a Living Room with fireplace, Primary Bedroom with walk-in closed and Full bath and fenced back yard. Close to restaurants, bars and Center City! A MUST SEE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marta Roman

RE/MAX Access Listed on: 04/19/2023

RE/MAX Access

Last Buyer's Agent

Wesley Kays-Henry

Space & Company

Space & Company

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,962

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 2,444 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 18.00 x 136.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 3,324 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Fishtown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 178
  • Assessor Parcel Number 181199400

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,962

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3324
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3324
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 172.98
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3324
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1654

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • 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
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 18.00 x 136.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2444.00
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 3820.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6962.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 181199400
  • Tax Lot: 178
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3324
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 06/29/2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 19, 2023
Closed on
Jun 26, 2023
Sold by
Martinez Jose L and Martinez Jenny
Bought by
Kastenbaum Isaac and Mansueto Allison
Seller's Agent
Marta Roman
RE/MAX Access
Buyer's Agent
Wesley Kays-Henry
Space & Company
List Price
$599,999
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,999
-7.5%
Total Days on Market
39
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$672,705

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$117,705
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.31%
Original Mortgage
$499,500
Outstanding Balance
$489,615
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$183,090

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2011
Sold by
Dalton Roy and Dalton Kathleen
Bought by
Martinez Jose L and Martinez Jenny

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$219,245
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 1999
Sold by
Dalton Kathleen
Bought by
Dalton Roy and Dalton Kathleen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$38,082
Interest Rate
9.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 1999
Sold by
Bartholomew Ruth Jean and Gehan Patricia
Bought by
Bartholomew Ruth Jean and Dalton Kathleen
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
Kastenbaum Isaac $555,000 None Listed On Document
Martinez Jose L $228,500 First American Title Ins Co
Dalton Roy -- First American Title Ins Co
Bartholomew Ruth Jean -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kastenbaum Isaac $499,500
Previous Owner Martinez Jenny $8,463
Previous Owner Martinez Jose L $219,245
Previous Owner Dalton Roy $75,000
Previous Owner Dalton Roy $38,082
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/29/2023 06/29/23 Sold $555,000 -3.5% $167 / Sq Ft
05/28/2023 05/28/23 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2023 05/24/23 Price Changed $575,000 -4.2% $173 / Sq Ft
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Price Changed $599,900 0.0% $180 / Sq Ft
04/19/2023 04/19/23 For Sale $599,999 -- $181 / 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 $6,963 $655,000 $131,000 $524,000
2024 $6,963 $655,000 $131,000 $524,000
2023 $6,963 $497,400 $99,480 $397,920
2022 $4,771 $497,400 $99,480 $397,920
2021 $4,771 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,771 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,428 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,253 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,253 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,253 $0 $0 $0
2015 $3,114 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $232,400 $43,006 $189,394
2012 -- $14,720 $4,416 $10,304
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marta Roman

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Marta Roman

    RE/MAX

    (267) 249-5865

    1 in this area

    97 Total Sales

    Marta Roman
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  • Wesley Kays-Henry

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Wesley Kays-Henry

    Space & Company

    (203) 554-1648

    8 in this area

    97 Total Sales

    Wesley Kays-Henry
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2218496

Bright MLS

APN: 181199400

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19125 Fishtown

1654 E Berks St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1654 E Berks St, Philadelphia, PA 19125 since 19 April 2023 and is currently estimated at $672,705, approximately $202 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 1654 E Berks St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Adaire Alexander School, Penn Treaty School, and St Laurentius School.

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