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Seller's Agent in 2025
Trish Gesswein
Houwzer
209 N Simpson St Philadelphia, PA 19139
Overbrook Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,470
Sq Ft
900
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Upgraded Countertops
- 4-minute walk to Granahan Playground & Skatepark
About This Home
As of July 2025Newly rehabbed contemporary 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath brick rowhome with a finished basement in West Phila is ready for you to move right in for years of maintenance-free living. This property has been freshly painted throughout and features open concept living with newly refinished hardwood floors, new light fixtures, a new full bathroom, spacious bedrooms, kitchen with granite countertops and tiled backsplash, a finished basement with a powder room, a newer water heater, new silver coating on both the porch and main roof and a fenced in backyard. As you enter the house, you are greeted with sweeping views of the first floor, featuring an exposed brick wall, contemporary stairs with sleek iron railings, a large living/dining room combo area with newly refinished hardwood floors, a fanlight and views of your eat-in kitchen. The eat-in kitchen features a granite countertop with a new tiled backsplash, new microwave and refrigerator, solid-wood cabinets with matte black handles, tiled flooring and access to your backyard. The second floor features 3 spacious bedrooms with ample storage, fan lights, new door hardware, hardwood floors, and a linen closet. The bathroom has been fully updated with all new plumbing fixtures, including a new tub with tiled surround, rich black matte accessories, new vanity, new toilet, new lighting, new flooring, and shelving for additional storage. The basement is accessed via an open stairway and features new recessed lighting, new carpet, and adds an additional 330 sq. feet of living space! The basement also includes a freshly updated powder room, laundry area and utility closet.
Last Buyer's Agent
Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management License #RS318075
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,302
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 900 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 60.00
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Upgraded Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Philadelphia Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 55
- Assessor Parcel Number 343092400
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 3, 2025
Sold by
Cifaldi Property Investments Llc
Bought by
Montgomery Tylar
Seller's Agent
Trish Gesswein
Houwzer, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Reynolds
Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management
List Price
$199,999
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1
0.0%
Views
156
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-16.60%
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Outstanding Balance
$10,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$187,475
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2025
Sold by
Traynham Catherine
Bought by
Cifaldi Property Investments Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2017
Closed on
Jul 17, 2017
Sold by
Xu Hong Wu
Bought by
Traynham Catherine
Seller's Agent
Jibri Bond
Peters Gordon Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Carmella Vassor-Johnson
Realty Mark Associates - KOP
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$114,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.96%
Original Mortgage
$103,410
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2005
Sold by
Cooper Willard M and Cooper Willard
Bought by
Xu Hong Wu
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 2001
Sold by
Tiger Relocation Company
Bought by
Cooper Willard
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,300
Interest Rate
6.77%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2001
Sold by
Pastalone Lucille
Bought by
Tiger Relocation Company
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $200,000 | Mba Abstract | |
| Deed | $120,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $114,900 | Interstate Abstract | |
| Deed | $234,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $29,000 | -- | |
| Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $10,000 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $160,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $103,410 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $48,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $37,300 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Sold | $200,000 | 0.0% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | For Sale | $199,999 | +74.1% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2017 07/17/17 | Sold | $114,900 | 0.0% | $101 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2017 05/18/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2017 05/12/17 | For Sale | $114,900 | -- | $101 / 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 | $1,683 | $164,500 | $32,900 | $131,600 |
| 2024 | $1,683 | $164,500 | $32,900 | $131,600 |
| 2023 | $1,683 | $120,200 | $24,040 | $96,160 |
| 2022 | $1,683 | $120,200 | $24,040 | $96,160 |
| 2021 | $1,683 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,683 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,620 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,352 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,352 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,352 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,294 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $96,600 | $5,310 | $91,290 |
| 2012 | -- | $8,608 | $1,116 | $7,492 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Anthony Reynolds
Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management
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Seller's Agent in 2017
Jibri Bond
Peters Gordon Realty Inc
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Buyer's Agent in 2017
Carmella Vassor-Johnson
Realty Mark Associates - KOP
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2473582
APN: 343092400
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