NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2225 Princeton Ave Philadelphia, PA 19149

Castor Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $241,666 - $284,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,170 Sq Ft
$222/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 31, 2016

Last sale price $160,000 $137 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,662/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Living Room
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of October 2016

2 Story Brick Row - 1st Floor has nice size living room , formal dining room - Eat in Kitchen with D/W and G/D and Newer sliding glass doors that lead out to a beautiful new deck- 2nd Floor has 3 nice size bedrooms with ample closet space - 3 Piece C/T bath - Expanded finished basement with powder room - Garage used for storage - Laundry room with exit to rear driveway - This property has been very well maintained with same owner since 1969 - Large Front lawn and patio - Newer windows and doors - All Hardwood floors under carpeting - New heater & central air systems,new H/W heater - Newer Rubber roof - Updated electric - New cement steps and sidewalk - Walk to schools, shopping and transportation -

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen O'Brien

Re/Max One Realty License #AB048485L Listed on: 09/21/2016

Re/Max One Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

May Chen

Canaan Realty Investment Group

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,398

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1,828 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x112
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • AirLite
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,170 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Castor Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 174
  • Assessor Parcel Number 542111726

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,398

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Airlite
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Remarks Public: 2 Story Brick Row - 1st Floor has nice size living room , formal dining room - Eat in Kitchen with D/W and G/D and Newer sliding glass doors that lead out to a beautiful new deck- 2nd Floor has 3 nice size bedrooms with ample closet space - 3 Piece C/T bath - Expanded finished basement with powder room - Garage used for storage - Laundry room with exit to rear driveway - This property has been very well maintained with same owner since 1969 - Large Front lawn and patio - Newer windows and doors - All Hardwood floors under carpeting - New heater & central air systems,new H/W heater - Newer Rubber roof - Updated electric - New cement steps and sidewalk - Walk to schools, shopping and transportation -
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1170
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1170
  • Net Sq Ft: 1170.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 132.48
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1170
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2225

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Parking Features: Private
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 70650.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 29250.00
  • Land Use Code: R30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X112
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1828.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1272986
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1398.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 542111726
  • Tax Lot: 174
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 10/31/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2023
Sold by
Chen Qi Shun and Chen Xiu Jin
Bought by
Chen Fen Ju
Current Estimated Value
$259,667

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 21, 2016
Closed on
Oct 31, 2016
Sold by
Buonanoce Mary R
Bought by
Chen Qi Shun and Jiang Xiu Jin
Seller's Agent
Karen O'Brien
Re/Max One Realty
Buyer's Agent
May Chen
Canaan Realty Investment Group
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.68%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 1969
Bought by
Ettore Ettore J and Ettore Mary
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
Chen Fen Ju -- First City Abstract
Chen Qi Shun $160,000 First City Abstract Agency I
Ettore Ettore J -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/31/2016 10/31/16 Sold $160,000 +3.2% $137 / Sq Ft
09/22/2016 09/22/16 Pending -- -- --
09/21/2016 09/21/16 For Sale $155,000 -- $132 / 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 $3,096 $262,300 $52,460 $209,840
2024 $3,096 $262,300 $52,460 $209,840
2023 $3,096 $221,200 $44,240 $176,960
2022 $3,096 $221,200 $44,240 $176,960
2021 $2,118 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,118 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,033 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,818 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,818 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,398 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,339 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $129,900 $29,250 $100,650
2012 -- $15,968 $1,849 $14,119
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Karen O'Brien

    RE/MAX

    (215) 704-4971

    10 Total Sales

    Karen O'Brien
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  • May Chen

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    May Chen

    Canaan Realty Investment Group

    (917) 325-3642

    24 in this area

    264 Total Sales

    May Chen
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002473016

Bright MLS

APN: 542111726

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19149 Castor Gardens

2225 Princeton Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 2225 Princeton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149 since 21 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $259,667, approximately $221 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 2225 Princeton Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Solomon Solis-Cohen School, Castor Gardens Middle School, and Northeast High School.

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