NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1709 Christian St Philadelphia, PA 19146

Southwest Center City Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $608,483 - $773,000

-- Bed
3 Baths
2,142 Sq Ft
$318/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 06, 2023

Last sale price $600,000 $280 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,415/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 90% Forced Air Heating System
  • 1-minute walk to Marian Anderson Recreation Center

About This Home

As of October 2023

Boutique apartment building with 3 rental units (legal duplex). fully occupied. All units include washer/dryer, refrigerator and window ac units. First floor apartment has access to the rear yard. Third floor apartment offers access to a roof deck. Wonderful location in the heart of Graduate Hospital. Close to public trans, Rittenhouse Sq, restaurants. Great rental history year over year. Property to be sold as-is. Leases and all income information listed in "documents".

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandy Kauffman

Space & Company Listed on: 08/22/2023

Space & Company

Last Buyer's Agent

Marc Bennett

KW Empower License #2320897

KW Empower

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,474

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16.00 x 50.00
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • 2,142 Sq Ft Home
  • Duplex
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Combination Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Masonry

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 90% Forced Air Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • 3 Units
  • Income includes apartment rentals

Listing and Financial Details

  • The owner pays for management, repairs, real estate taxes
  • Tax Lot 128
  • Assessor Parcel Number 301173300

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,474

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Tenant's property
  • Inclusions: washer/dryer in each apartment. Refrigerator in each apartment. Assorted window ac units.
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Combination
  • Total Sq Ft: 2142
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2142
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 303.45
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2142
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1709

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: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: U50
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 50.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 800.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RM1

Rental Info

  • Existing Lease Type: Yearly
  • Owner Pays: Management, Repairs, Taxes - Real Estate
  • Rent Control: No
  • Total Actual Rent: 55092.00
  • Units Leased Count: 3
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4650.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8474.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 301173300
  • Tax Lot: 128
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2142
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 10/06/2023

Multi Family

  • Income Includes: Apartment Rentals

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2023
Closed on
Oct 6, 2023
Sold by
Shames Jonathan
Bought by
Karol Elyse
Seller's Agent
Sandy Kauffman
Space & Company
Buyer's Agent
Marc Bennett
KW Empower
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-7.69%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$680,828

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$80,828
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2005
Sold by
Lombardi Charles
Bought by
Shames Dianne and Shames Jonathan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2003
Sold by
Garrison John T
Bought by
Lombardi Charles

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2000
Sold by
Garrison John T and Garrison Roberta B
Bought by
Garrison John T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,500
Interest Rate
7.78%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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
Karol Elyse $600,000 City Abstract
Shames Dianne $360,000 Trident Land Transfer Co
Lombardi Charles $74,000 --
Garrison John T -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Shames Dianne $34,738
Previous Owner Shames Dianne $326,000
Previous Owner Shames Jonathan $200,000
Previous Owner Shames Dianne $40,000
Previous Owner Shames Dianne $320,000
Previous Owner Shames Dianne $342,000
Previous Owner Garrison John T $45,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/06/2023 10/06/23 Sold $600,000 -7.7% $280 / Sq Ft
09/07/2023 09/07/23 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2023 08/22/23 For Sale $650,000 -- $303 / 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 $8,474 $625,700 $125,140 $500,560
2024 $8,474 $625,700 $125,140 $500,560
2023 $8,474 $605,400 $121,080 $484,320
2022 $7,874 $605,400 $121,080 $484,320
2021 $7,874 $0 $0 $0
2020 $7,874 $0 $0 $0
2019 $8,057 $0 $0 $0
2018 $4,337 $0 $0 $0
2017 $4,337 $0 $0 $0
2016 $4,337 $0 $0 $0
2015 $4,151 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $309,800 $21,931 $287,869
2012 -- $13,888 $10,943 $2,945
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sandy Kauffman

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Sandy Kauffman

    Space & Company

    (610) 405-4191

    7 in this area

    103 Total Sales

    Sandy Kauffman
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  • Marc Bennett

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Marc Bennett

    KW Empower

    (609) 774-6936

    10 in this area

    188 Total Sales

    Marc Bennett
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2269294

Bright MLS

APN: 301173300

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19146 Southwest Center City

1709 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 1709 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 since 22 August 2023 and is currently estimated at $680,828, approximately $317 per square foot. This property was built in 1915. 1709 Christian St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Edwin M. Stanton School, South Philadelphia High School, and Universal Institute Charter School.

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