$155,000
SOLD APR 24, 2025

197 12th St Ambridge, PA 15003

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,316 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$118 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

72 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Double Pane Windows
  • Central Air
  • 4-minute walk to P.J. Caul Memorial Park
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Heating System Uses Gas

About This Home

As of April 2025

This solid brick home in Ambridge's historic Old Economy District offers plenty of space and character! A welcoming front porch leads into the main level featuring tile and high-performance flooring throughout. The spacious living room with a ceiling fan flows into a large dining room, perfect for gatherings. The charming gaily kitchen includes granite countertops, black appliances, and access to a level, fenced-in backyard - great for entertaining! The first floor bedroom off of the dining room provides convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, you'll find three nicely sized bedrooms and a full bath. The basement adds extra storage space and includes a half bath. Located near Route 65, this home offers easy access to shopping and dining in Robinson and Cranberry. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity in a great location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ariel Harat

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS Listed on: 02/11/2025

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS

Last Buyer's Agent

Marjorie Taglieri

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY License #RS366868

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,020

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 24x71x24x71

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,020

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Municipality: Ambridge
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size: 24X71X24X71
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Some Electric Appliances, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Window Features: Multi Pane

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ambridge

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2020.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 11, 2025
Closed on
Mar 29, 2025
Sold by
Vanaja Govind Penn Investments Llc
Bought by
Thompkins Bennie
Seller's Agent
Ariel Harat
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS
Buyer's Agent
Marjorie Taglieri
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY THE PREFERRED REALTY
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-2.52%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$150,325

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,675
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.16%
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Outstanding Balance
$154,453
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$4,128

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2016
Closed on
Nov 9, 2016
Sold by
New Lockhart Llc
Bought by
Vanaja Govind Penn Investments Llc
Seller's Agent
Susan Hillman
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Amy Lee
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$57,500
Sold Price
$38,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-33.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.78%
Original Mortgage
$79,500
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2016
Closed on
Sep 22, 2016
Sold by
Fusco Kasey L and Burgess Lorianne S
Bought by
New Lockhart Llc and Re 247 Llc
Seller's Agent
Susan Hillman
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Amy Lee
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$57,500
Sold Price
$38,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-33.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,500
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2014
Sold by
Clark Terry L
Bought by
Fusco Kasey and Burgess Lorianne S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$14,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2007
Sold by
Beneficial Consumer Disco
Bought by
Fusco Kasey L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $155,000 Everest Settlement Services
Deed $41,000 Closers Inc
Special Warranty Deed $38,000 None Available
Deed $19,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $36,000 --
Special Warranty Deed $36,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $155,000 VA
Previous Owner $79,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $14,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $34,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Sold $155,000 -2.5% $118 / Sq Ft
02/11/2025 02/11/25 For Sale $159,000 +318.4% $121 / Sq Ft
09/22/2016 09/22/16 Sold $38,000 -33.9% $29 / Sq Ft
08/18/2016 08/18/16 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2016 03/17/16 For Sale $57,500 -- $44 / Sq Ft
Source: West Penn Multi-List

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 $595 $45,750 $7,900 $37,850
2024 $2,019 $45,750 $7,900 $37,850
2023 $2,397 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2022 $2,397 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2021 $2,397 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2020 $2,363 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2019 $2,363 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2018 $2,328 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2017 $2,328 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2016 $2,207 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2015 $370 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
2014 $370 $16,650 $1,950 $14,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: West Penn Multi-List

MLS Number: 1687998

West Penn Multi-List

APN: 12-001-1207.000