NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2159 E Firth St Philadelphia, PA 19125

Fishtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $210,000 - $292,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
984 Sq Ft
$258/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 03, 2017

Last sale price $145,000 $147 Per Sq Ft

Est. 75% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,555/month

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 2-minute walk to Black Coyle & McBride Playground
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of May 2024

Welcome to this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom brownstone in the heart of Fishtown. Tucked away on a safe, wide, tree lined street. This home has been completely renovated from top to bottom. Hardwood floors throughout, reclaimed wood floating stairs, sleek grey soft close cabinets, quartz countertops, herringbone subway tile backsplash, hand painted moroccan tile, central air & heat, finished basement, washer/dryer, huge backyard for entertaining. This home is close to bustling & trendy frankford avenue, cafes, restaurants, public transportation. Literally steps away from the critically acclaimed Parish house homes. Please contact me through email ONLY with questions and private showing requests. Good Credit & Clean background check required!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Steven Ohm

Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Services License #RS331788 Listed on: 04/19/2024

Last Renter's Agent

Marvis Burns

BMB Living, Inc.

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,111

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 804 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 12.00 x 67.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 984 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $2,100
  • Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • 12-Month Lease Term
  • Available 6/1/24
  • $45 Application Fee
  • Assessor Parcel Number 314061300

Community Details

Overview

  • Fishtown Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Deposit $700

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,111

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2024-06-01
  • Application Fee: 45.00
  • Months Rent Up Front: 2.0
  • Pet Deposit: 700.00
  • Pets: Number Limit
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Security Deposit: 2100.00
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Max Lease in Months: 12
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2024-04-19
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom brownstone in the heart of Fishtown. Tucked away on a safe, wide, tree lined street. This home has been completely renovated from top to bottom. Hardwood floors throughout, reclaimed wood floating stairs, sleek grey soft close cabinets, quartz countertops, herringbone subway tile backsplash, hand painted moroccan tile, central air & heat, finished basement, washer/dryer, huge backyard for entertaining. This home is close to bustling & trendy frankford avenue, cafes, restaurants, public transportation. Literally steps away from the critically acclaimed Parish house homes. Please contact me through email ONLY with questions and private showing requests. Good Credit & Clean background check required!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 984
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 984
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 2.13
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 984
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2159

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

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: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 12.00 x 67.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 804.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 314061300
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 984
  • Close Date: 05/05/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2017
Sold by
Mermelstein Aaron
Bought by
Basin Rachel and Basin Ilya
Current Estimated Value
$253,464

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,000
Outstanding Balance
$87,756
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$165,708

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2017
Closed on
Mar 2, 2017
Sold by
Walsh James
Bought by
Mermelstein Aaron
Seller's Agent
Collette Walsh
Century 21 Advantage Gold-Southampton
Buyer's Agent
Kirk Waechter
Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Services
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-3.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2001
Sold by
Emc Mtg Corp
Bought by
Walsh James

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2001
Sold by
Perez Robert and First Union Mtg Corp
Bought by
Emc Mtg Corp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 1997
Sold by
Wazalis Daniel
Bought by
Perez Robert D
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
Basin Rachel $154,400 Terra Abstract Inc
Mermelstein Aaron $145,000 Colony Abstract Co Inc
Walsh James $9,900 --
Emc Mtg Corp $4,200 --
Perez Robert D $33,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Basin Rachel $105,000
Previous Owner Walsh James $733,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/05/2024 05/05/24 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
05/01/2024 05/01/24 Under Contract -- -- --
04/19/2024 04/19/24 For Rent $2,100 0.0% --
03/03/2017 03/03/17 Sold $145,000 -3.3% $171 / Sq Ft
02/15/2017 02/15/17 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2017 02/14/17 For Sale $149,900 -- $177 / 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 $2,111 $195,400 $39,080 $156,320
2024 $2,111 $195,400 $39,080 $156,320
2023 $2,111 $150,800 $30,160 $120,640
2022 $2,111 $150,800 $30,160 $120,640
2021 $1,373 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,373 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,275 $0 $0 $0
2018 $858 $0 $0 $0
2017 $858 $0 $0 $0
2016 $858 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,369 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $60,000 $11,497 $48,503
2012 -- $5,984 $1,242 $4,742
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Steven Ohm

    Landlord's Agent in 2024

    Steven Ohm

    Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Services

    (267) 475-6688

    1 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    Steven Ohm
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  • Marvis Burns

    Tenant's Agent in 2024

    Marvis Burns

    BMB Living, Inc.

    (215) 995-5890

    20 Total Sales

    Marvis Burns
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  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Collette Walsh

    Century 21 Advantage Gold-Southampton

    (215) 806-1253

    26 Total Sales

    Collette Walsh
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  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Kirk Waechter

    Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Services

    (866) 327-7673

    122 Total Sales

    Kirk Waechter
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2338096

Bright MLS

APN: 314061300

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19125 Fishtown

2159 E Firth St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 2159 E Firth St, Philadelphia, PA 19125 since 19 April 2024 and is currently priced at $253,464. This property was built in 1925. 2159 E Firth St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Horatio B. Hackett School, Penn Treaty School, and Sankofa Freedom Academy Charter School.

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