NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2243 Catharine St Philadelphia, PA 19146

Southwest Center City Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $894,000 - $974,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,500 Sq Ft
$375/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 22, 2016

Last sale price $624,000 $250 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,884/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Julian Abele Park

About This Home

As of June 2016

With a fabulous presence on a pretty block in Philadelphia's Graduate Hospital neighborhood, this 6 year old townhouse is move-in-ready with everything you need for living well in the city. The main living space is open with the living and dining room combined, all finished in wood floors with recessed lighting throughout and a ceiling fan. The kitchen is at the rear of the house and finished in granite countertops and stainless appliances. The kitchen opens to a sizable patio with garden space and fence, perfect for summertime grilling. A powder room is conveniently located off the kitchen for guests. The second floor features two bedrooms, a hall bath with double sinks and a laundry room. The top floor contains the main bedroom suite complete with walk-in closet, a full modern bath and a den/office that leads out to a deck with complete city skyline views. As a bonus, the finished lower level is ready for use as a rec room or play space with built-in sound system. Walkable to Rittenhouse Square and University City, this is a real gem in the heart of one of Philadelphia's most popular residential neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Stecura

Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty License #RS303677 Listed on: 04/22/2016

Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Karrie Gavin

Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square License #RS317681

Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,937

Year Built

  • Built in 1925 | Remodeled in 2009

Lot Details

  • 992 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x62
  • South Facing Home
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Home Security System
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Laundry on upper level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Rented or Permit Required

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
  • Graduate Hospital Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 256
  • Assessor Parcel Number 302084000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,937

Year Built

Built in 1925 | Remodeled in 2009

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Renovated: 2009
  • Remarks Public: With a fabulous presence on a pretty block in Philadelphia's Graduate Hospital neighborhood, this 6 year old townhouse is move-in-ready with everything you need for living well in the city. The main living space is open with the living and dining room combined, all finished in wood floors with recessed lighting throughout and a ceiling fan. The kitchen is at the rear of the house and finished in granite countertops and stainless appliances. The kitchen opens to a sizable patio with garden space and fence, perfect for summertime grilling. A powder room is conveniently located off the kitchen for guests. The second floor features two bedrooms, a hall bath with double sinks and a laundry room. The top floor contains the main bedroom suite complete with walk-in closet, a full modern bath and a den/office that leads out to a deck with complete city skyline views. As a bonus, the finished lower level is ready for use as a rec room or play space with built-in sound system. Walkable to Rittenhouse Square and University City, this is a real gem in the heart of one of Philadelphia's most popular residential neighborhoods.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2500
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2500
  • Net Sq Ft: 2500.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 259.60
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2500
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2243

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street, Rented/Permit Required
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

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
  • Security: Security System
  • 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: 305977.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 46723.00
  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X62
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 992.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1062923
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4937.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 302084000
  • Tax Lot: 256
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 06/22/2016

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2016
Closed on
Jun 16, 2016
Sold by
Doerr Heike and Maisano Adam
Bought by
Werner Wasik Maria and Wasik Mariusz
Seller's Agent
Melanie Stecura
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karrie Gavin
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$624,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.85%
Current Estimated Value
$938,644

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$314,644
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.27%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,229
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$802,847

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2010
Sold by
Gunnison Land Lp
Bought by
Doerr Heike and Maisano Adam

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,750
Interest Rate
4.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2009
Sold by
Davis Lena P
Bought by
Gunnison Land Lp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
4.93%
Mortgage Type
Construction
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
Werner Wasik Maria $624,000 None Available
Doerr Heike $445,000 None Available
Gunnison Land Lp $150,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Werner Wasik Maria $417,000
Previous Owner Maisano Adam $325,838
Previous Owner Doerr Heike $333,750
Previous Owner Gunnison Land Lp $1,200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/22/2016 06/22/16 Sold $624,000 -3.9% $250 / Sq Ft
05/13/2016 05/13/16 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2016 04/22/16 For Sale $649,000 -- $260 / 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 $9,703 $804,600 $160,920 $643,680
2024 $9,703 $804,600 $160,920 $643,680
2023 $9,703 $693,200 $138,640 $554,560
2022 $9,866 $693,200 $138,640 $554,560
2021 $9,866 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,263 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,402 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,822 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,822 $0 $0 $0
2016 $4,937 $0 $0 $0
2015 $4,166 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $310,900 $46,723 $264,177
2012 -- $11,776 $4,463 $7,313
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Melanie Stecura

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Melanie Stecura

    Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

    (917) 757-4309

    2 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Melanie Stecura
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  • Karrie Gavin

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Karrie Gavin

    Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square

    (215) 260-1376

    35 in this area

    650 Total Sales

    Karrie Gavin
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002418762

Bright MLS

APN: 302084000

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19146 Southwest Center City

2243 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 2243 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 since 22 April 2016 and is currently estimated at $938,644, approximately $375 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 2243 Catharine St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Chester A. Arthur School, The Philadelphia School, and Crooked Places Made Straight Christian Academy.

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