NOT LISTED FOR SALE

215 E Gowen Ave Philadelphia, PA 19119

East Mount Airy Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $595,143 - $747,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,672 Sq Ft
$245/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 27, 2013

Last sale price $355,000 $133 Per Sq Ft

Est. 78% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,987/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Mount Airy
  • No HOA
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Beamed Ceilings

About This Home

As of November 2013

Some of Historic Gowen Avenue's most delightful houses are the ten twins that were built in 1925. The architectural details include a covered front porch, decorative lead glass windows, decorative tile fireplaces and a carved Arts and Crafts style staircase. Living Room with beamed ceiling and gas stove fireplace, Dining Room with bay window and Large Eat-in Kitchen. The private fenced yard has a lovely patio and garden beyond. 5 Bedrooms and two Baths with an extra dressing room on the 3rd Floor. A well maintained home with loads of charm. Walk to train, shops and Fairmount Park

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ellen Goodwin

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #RS058781A Listed on: 09/13/2013

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

Last Buyer's Agent

Janice Manzi

Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill License #RS284974

Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,923

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 3,172 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20x159

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Slate Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,672 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Stained Glass
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mt Airy Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 55
  • Assessor Parcel Number 091042300

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,923

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Front Porch Swing, Chandelier 3rd Fl Dressing Rm, Red Drapes In Dr
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Small Fridge, 5 A/C/'s
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Exposed Beams, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2672
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2672
  • Net Sq Ft: 2672.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 136.60
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2672
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 215

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Flat, Shingle, Slate
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: H51
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Dimensions: 20X159
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3172.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: R5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2923.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 091042300
  • Tax Lot: 55
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 11/27/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2013
Closed on
Nov 11, 2013
Sold by
Meyers Jeffrey L and Meyers Zanna P
Bought by
Reilly James Joseph and Reilly Heather Laura
Seller's Agent
Ellen Goodwin
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Buyer's Agent
Janice Manzi
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.74%
Current Estimated Value
$633,023

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$278,023
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2005
Sold by
Dowling Jennifer L
Bought by
Meyers Jeffrey L and Meyers Zanna P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2000
Sold by
Wheelan Renaya Furtick
Bought by
Dowling Jennifer L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,900
Interest Rate
7.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 1996
Sold by
Melissen Adrian A and Melissen Mary Jean
Bought by
Wheelan Renaya Furtick
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
Reilly James Joseph $355,000 None Available
Meyers Jeffrey L $295,000 --
Dowling Jennifer L $139,900 --
Wheelan Renaya Furtick $97,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reilly James Joseph $236,000
Closed Reilly James Joseph $255,000
Previous Owner Meyers Jeffrey L $226,290
Previous Owner Meyers Jeffrey L $236,000
Previous Owner Dowling Jennifer L $132,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/27/2013 11/27/13 Sold $355,000 -2.7% $133 / Sq Ft
10/15/2013 10/15/13 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2013 09/13/13 For Sale $365,000 -- $137 / 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 $6,250 $493,300 $98,600 $394,700
2024 $6,250 $493,300 $98,600 $394,700
2023 $6,250 $446,500 $89,300 $357,200
2022 $3,658 $401,500 $89,300 $312,200
2021 $4,288 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,288 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,475 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,628 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,628 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,593 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $259,200 $66,604 $192,596
2012 -- $29,920 $4,115 $25,805
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ellen Goodwin

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Ellen Goodwin

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (215) 514-0126

    2 in this area

    34 Total Sales

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  • Janice Manzi

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Janice Manzi

    Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

    (215) 680-7616

    1 in this area

    88 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003587918

Bright MLS

APN: 091042300

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19119 East Mount Airy

215 E Gowen Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 215 E Gowen Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119 since 13 September 2013 and is currently estimated at $655,786, approximately $245 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 215 E Gowen Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Henry H. Houston School, Roxborough High School, and Renaissance Charter School.

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