NOT LISTED FOR SALE

229 Forrest Ave Elkins Park, PA 19027

Estimated Value: $562,000 - $715,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,850 Sq Ft
$225/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 13, 2015

Last sale price $449,000 $158 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,370 / mo

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • McKinley School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of August 2015

Lovely two story colonial in Elkins Park, Abington Township. Nice floor plan for entertaining and family living. Private master bedroom features walk-in closet and updated master bath. In-law/au pair with bathroom in basement. Fenced rear yard. Newer HVAC. 2 Car Garage. ABINGTON SCHOOLS. Area offers award schools, colleges, proximity to parks, Jenkintown, public transportation, major roads and shopping!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christine Winterer Ryan

(215) 542-2200 cwryan@comcast.net BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell License #RS092604A Listed on: 05/24/2015

BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell

Last Buyer's Agent

Maryclaire Dzik

(215) 887-0400 dawn.ciganik@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown License #AB065221

BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,519

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,850 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Abington Senior High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Jenkintown Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 072
  • Assessor Parcel Number 30-00-22080-003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,519

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrig, Washer/Dryer & Mini Refrig In Basement
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Fully Carpeted
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen, Dining Area
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/AuPair/Suite, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2850
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2850
  • Net Sq Ft: 2850.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 157.54
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2850
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • High School: ABINGTON SENIOR

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Corner, Open, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.20
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8519.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 30-00-22080-003
  • Tax Lot: 072
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ABINGTON

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 24, 2015
Closed on
Jul 27, 2015
Sold by
Breen David E and Skripak Cynthia E
Bought by
Vahey James A and Vahey Stacyann
Seller's Agent
Christine Winterer Ryan
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
Buyer's Agent
Maryclaire Dzik
BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$449,000
Current Estimated Value
$652,260

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,260
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.40%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Outstanding Balance
$328,636
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$312,992

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2003
Sold by
Gibson Richard H and Gibson Mary E
Bought by
Breen David E and Skripak Cynthia E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
5.28%
Source: Public Records

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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
Vahey James A $449,000 None Available
Breen David E $375,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Vahey James A $417,000
Previous Owner Breen David E $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/13/2015 08/13/15 Sold $449,000 0.0% $158 / Sq Ft
06/06/2015 06/06/15 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2015 05/24/15 For Sale $449,000 -- $158 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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 $10,659 $230,170 $48,990 $181,180
2024 $10,659 $230,170 $48,990 $181,180
2023 $10,215 $230,170 $48,990 $181,180
2022 $9,887 $230,170 $48,990 $181,180
2021 $9,355 $230,170 $48,990 $181,180
2020 $9,221 $230,170 $48,990 $181,180
2019 $9,221 $230,170 $48,990 $181,180
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Christine Winterer Ryan

    BHHS Fox & Roach

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  • Maryclaire Dzik

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Maryclaire Dzik

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (215) 880-5856

    7 in this area

    106 Total Sales

    Maryclaire Dzik
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003466397

Bright MLS

APN: 30-00-22080-003

Pennsylvania Montgomery County Elkins Park 19027

229 Forrest Ave, Elkins Park, PA

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