Seller's Agent in 2015
Carol Cei
Homestarr Realty
(215) 643-9661
20 Total Sales
1936 S 57th St Philadelphia, PA 19143
Kingsessing NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $151,000 - $196,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,450
Sq Ft
$114/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Straight Thru Architecture
- 1-minute walk to Chester Avenue And 57Th Street
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
As of July 2015Seller says "Bring all offers." Would you like to be in University City but just can't quite meet the price point? Welcome to Kingsessing - the next closest spot!. This is a great place to start out as a homeowner, or have your own residence while you complete your academic degrees. This spacious 4 bedroom home includes an enclosed front porch leading to a large Living Room with decorator Fireplace. The Formal Dining Room is great for entertaining. For casual meals, you'll love the Breakfast Room which separates itself from the cooking-workspace area, complete with updated oak cabinetry. There is also a main level Powder Room and exit to rear, fenced yard. Upstairs, you'll find 4 very spacious bedrooms and a modern, updated Hall Bath. Check out the rear bedroom and you'll find a beautiful built-in armoire just waiting for your finishing touches. There are gleaming hardwood floors and a gorgeous turned staircase with oak millwork. The basement has freshly parged walls; the waste lines have been replaced with PVC and there are energy replacement windows everywhere. This home is an exceptional value, located on a wide street where there is lots of neighborhood pride on display. Not just for owner occupants, this is an excellent spot for investors, too. The neighborhood is within walking or bike distance from several parks like Clark Park as well as shops along Baltimore Ave. and Woodland Ave. Public transportation is also readily available with trolleys running through the area. And you can access I-76 quickly by car. Don't miss out on this great opportunity. A few artistic finishing touches and you'll be the envy of all!
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $708
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 1,204 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 16x75
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,450 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 1.5 Bathrooms
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Kingsessing Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 241
- Assessor Parcel Number 401003300
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 21, 2014
Closed on
Jul 28, 2015
Sold by
Blount Linnet A and Peart Ann Mare
Bought by
Anthony Byan
Seller's Agent
Carol Cei
Homestarr Realty
Buyer's Agent
John Bradham
Common Ground Realtors
List Price
$65,000
Sold Price
$50,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-23.08%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$115,559
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 1998
Sold by
Blount Linnet A
Bought by
Blount Linnet A and Peart Ann Marie
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Byan | $50,000 | None Available | |
| Blount Linnet A | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2015 07/30/15 | Sold | $50,000 | -23.1% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2015 06/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2015 04/14/15 | For Sale | $65,000 | 0.0% | $45 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2015 03/30/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2015 02/04/15 | Price Changed | $65,000 | -13.2% | $45 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2014 10/21/14 | For Sale | $74,900 | -- | $52 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,299 | $117,000 | $23,400 | $93,600 |
| 2024 | $1,299 | $117,000 | $23,400 | $93,600 |
| 2023 | $1,299 | $92,800 | $18,500 | $74,300 |
| 2022 | $1,051 | $92,800 | $18,500 | $74,300 |
| 2021 | $1,051 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,051 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $970 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $739 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $739 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $739 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $159 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $52,800 | $5,298 | $47,502 |
| 2012 | -- | $5,760 | $1,072 | $4,688 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Carol Cei
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John Bradham
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Buyer's Agent in 2015
John Bradham
Common Ground Realtors
(215) 813-2549
4 in this area
37 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003126654
APN: 401003300
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