NOT LISTED FOR SALE

231 Congress Ave Lansdowne, PA 19050

Estimated Value: $304,028 - $408,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,230 Sq Ft
$153/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 14, 2013

Last sale price $190,000 $85 Per Sq Ft

Est. 80% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,454/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • 1 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of June 2013

Come see this gorgeous 4 BR colonial Home. It has been lovingly redone and cared for. Enter into the Center Hall Foyer with hardwood floors and beautiful wood staircase with windowed landing, on the right is the bright and comfortable dining rm with hardwood floors, crown molding, built in cabinet and picture window, on the left of the foyer is the large and inviting great room with brick fireplace, hardwood floors with ribbon inlay and two french doors that enter into the Sunroom. The Kitchen has been completely updated and has stainless steel appliances, beside the kitchen is a multipurpose room that can be used as an office, breakfast room or craft room. Upstairs the 4 bedrooms are large and have hardwood floors. The bathrooms have been completely redone and there is a floored full height attic that could be used for storage or redone as huge family room. This home has it all.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessica Miller

Keller Williams Real Estate - Media Listed on: 04/27/2013

Keller Williams Real Estate - Media

Last Buyer's Agent

Maureen Ingelsby

Keller Williams Real Estate - Media License #RS194186L

Keller Williams Real Estate - Media

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x100
  • Level Lot
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,230 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Security System
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1.5 Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 352-000
  • Assessor Parcel Number 23-00-00646-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Energy Efficient
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Center Hall
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2230
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2230
  • Net Sq Ft: 2230.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 89.64
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2230
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stucco
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • 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: 3
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • 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

Schools

  • School District: WILLIAM PENN
  • School District Key: 300200397351

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X100
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5000.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 491851
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5844.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 23-00-00646-00
  • Tax Lot: 352-000
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 06/14/2013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2013
Closed on
Jun 14, 2013
Sold by
Canavan Patrick J and Canavan Hollis W
Bought by
Peterson Joy D
Seller's Agent
Jessica Miller
Keller Williams Real Estate - Media
Buyer's Agent
Maureen Ingelsby
Keller Williams Real Estate - Media
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-4.95%
Total Days on Market
22
Current Estimated Value
$341,757

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$151,757
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.38%
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Outstanding Balance
$112,266
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$205,278
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
Peterson Joy D $190,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Peterson Joy D $152,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/14/2013 06/14/13 Sold $190,000 -5.0% $85 / Sq Ft
05/19/2013 05/19/13 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2013 04/27/13 For Sale $199,900 -- $90 / 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
2024 $6,422 $155,970 $45,180 $110,790
2023 $6,122 $155,970 $45,180 $110,790
2022 $6,002 $155,970 $45,180 $110,790
2021 $9,013 $155,970 $45,180 $110,790
2020 $6,708 $102,280 $32,630 $69,650
2019 $6,595 $102,280 $32,630 $69,650
2018 $6,482 $102,280 $0 $0
2017 $6,339 $102,280 $0 $0
2016 $561 $102,280 $0 $0
2015 $561 $102,280 $0 $0
2014 $561 $102,280 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jessica Miller

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Jessica Miller

    Keller Williams Real Estate - Media

    (610) 721-6067

    3 Total Sales

    Jessica Miller
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  • Maureen Ingelsby

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Maureen Ingelsby

    Keller Williams Real Estate - Media

    (610) 574-6203

    5 in this area

    90 Total Sales

    Maureen Ingelsby
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003426462

Bright MLS

APN: 23-00-00646-00

Pennsylvania Delaware County Lansdowne 19050

231 Congress Ave, Lansdowne, PA

This home is located at 231 Congress Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050 since 27 April 2013 and is currently estimated at $341,757, approximately $153 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 231 Congress Ave is a home located in Delaware County with nearby schools including Ardmore Avenue School, Penn Wood Middle School, and Penn Wood High School - Cypress Street Campus.

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