Seller's Agent in 2012
Ellen Steiner
BHHS Fox & Roach
(267) 735-9008
6 in this area
26 Total Sales
229 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19106
Society Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,200,919 - $3,654,000
6
Beds
7
Baths
4,971
Sq Ft
$547/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Commercial Range
- Marble Flooring
- No HOA
- Colonial Architecture
- Corner Lot
- 3-minute walk to Three Bears Park
About This Home
As of June 2012Exquisite Colonial Mansion. Double frontage on Spruce St. Original 1759 house with later additions. Unique "L" shaped property with exceptional 20 ft. brick side garden. South, north & east exposures. Wonderful views of gardens & historic homes. Elegant details, high ceilings, random width oak hardwood flrs, original moldings, cornices, period detail & original Fireplaces throuthout. Pristine condition. Large entry foyer, tile brick flr, lg coat closet leads to painting gallery & additional foyer w/built-in bar & PR. Small rear garden. Double doors lead to 20X60 walled landscaped garden. Large LR w/built-in bookcases facing garden. Large formal dining room w/curved glass window wall overlooks garden. Huge cook's kitchen, commercial gas range, stainless counters & sinks, DW, pantry/mud rm. Beautiful stairway leads to 2nd flr MB suite w/FP, marble bath+BR+bath+corner library. 3rd & 4th fls-4BR/2ba. Elevator. Zoned central air. Huge basement, storage & laundry. 1 CAR DEEDED PKG.-$950.yr fee.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(267) 735-9008 ellensteiner2003@yahoo.com BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square Listed on: 04/11/2011
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,340
Year Built
- Built in 1761
Lot Details
- 2,788 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40x70
- Back and Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Pitched Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,971 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Elevator
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Marble Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
- Laundry on lower level
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Commercial Range
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Open Parking Space
- 1 Parking Space
- Parking Lot
- Assigned Parking
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Society Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 41
- Assessor Parcel Number 051138800
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 11, 2011
Closed on
Jun 20, 2012
Sold by
Winthorp Sydney Chestom and Winthorp Winifred S
Bought by
Mcneil Jnna B and Chi Paul S
Seller's Agent
Ellen Steiner
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Buyer's Agent
Fred Manfred
Compass RE
List Price
$2,350,000
Sold Price
$2,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$350,000
-14.89%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$721,306
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.34%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Outstanding Balance
$466,324
Interest Rate
3.76%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$2,254,982
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcneil Jnna B | $2,000,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mcneil Jnna B | $1,100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/29/2012 06/29/12 | Sold | $2,000,000 | -14.9% | $402 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2012 05/24/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/12/2012 04/12/12 | For Sale | $2,350,000 | +17.5% | $473 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2012 04/11/12 | Off Market | $2,000,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/20/2012 02/20/12 | Price Changed | $2,350,000 | -5.8% | $473 / Sq Ft |
| 11/29/2011 11/29/11 | Price Changed | $2,495,000 | -5.8% | $502 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2011 09/09/11 | Price Changed | $2,650,000 | -18.5% | $533 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2011 05/10/11 | Price Changed | $3,250,000 | -13.3% | $654 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2011 04/11/11 | For Sale | $3,750,000 | -- | $754 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $25,709 | $2,563,700 | $512,700 | $2,051,000 |
| 2024 | $25,709 | $2,563,700 | $512,700 | $2,051,000 |
| 2023 | $25,709 | $1,836,600 | $367,320 | $1,469,280 |
| 2022 | $18,420 | $1,791,600 | $367,320 | $1,424,280 |
| 2021 | $19,050 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $19,050 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $18,435 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $20,131 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $20,131 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $19,711 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $140,517 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,438,100 | $184,851 | $1,253,249 |
| 2012 | -- | $135,872 | $20,034 | $115,838 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ellen Steiner
-
Fred Manfred
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Fred Manfred
Compass RE
(215) 687-8687
8 in this area
29 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1004353636
APN: 051138800
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