$120,000
SOLD JAN 22, 2025
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
720 Sq Ft
540 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$167 Per Sq Ft

31% Below List Price

136 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Chair Railings
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Porch
  • 3-minute walk to Nelson Playground

About This Home

As of January 2025

Are you looking for a new investment property? If so, make some time to see this renovated West Kensington rowhome, tenant-occupied for immediate income! Current tenant is on a month-to-month lease paying $1,000/mo. This home sits on a dead-end street across from a school and is within a mile of multiple public transportation options. The main level, with tile flooring and recessed lighting throughout, is traditionally laid out with living room, dining room, and kitchen at the back. There's also a bathroom for convenience. Upstairs, you'll find 2 carpeted bedrooms and bathroom with tub shower. A partially finished basement provides additional versatile space, plus a third bathroom and laundry facilities. A covered front porch and fenced rear patio provide ample space for outdoor enjoyment. Reach out if you'd like to see your next investment property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sean Mattis

KW Empower License #2182869 Listed on: 07/08/2024

KW Empower

Co-Listed By

Kevin Toll

KW Empower License #RS306972

Last Buyer's Agent

Morgan Boyle

BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut License #RS360435

BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,013

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 540 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 12.00 x 45.00
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 720 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Chair Railings
  • Wainscoting
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Awning
  • Dining Area
  • Carpet
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Range Hood

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Kensington High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • West Kensington Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 195
  • Assessor Parcel Number 191221500

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,013

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: tenant's personal property
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Are you looking for a new investment property? If so, make some time to see this renovated West Kensington rowhome, tenant-occupied for immediate income! Current tenant is on a month-to-month lease paying $1,000/mo. This home sits on a dead-end street across from a school and is within a mile of multiple public transportation options. The main level, with tile flooring and recessed lighting throughout, is traditionally laid out with living room, dining room, and kitchen at the back. There's also a bathroom for convenience. Upstairs, you'll find 2 carpeted bedrooms and bathroom with tub shower. A partially finished basement provides additional versatile space, plus a third bathroom and laundry facilities. A covered front porch and fenced rear patio provide ample space for outdoor enjoyment. Reach out if you'd like to see your next investment property!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Chair Railings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Wainscotting
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 720
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 720
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 166.67
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 720
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2354

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security Gate
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • High School: KENSINGTON
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • High School: KENSINGTON

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Rear, Fully
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.01
  • Lot Dimensions: 12.00 x 45.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 540.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 567.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1013.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 191221500
  • Tax Lot: 195
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 720
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 01/22/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2024
Closed on
Jan 22, 2025
Sold by
Peoples Choice Re Trust and Knight Gregory
Bought by
Proffit Justus and Nelson Kirsten
Seller's Agent
Sean Mattis
KW Empower
Buyer's Agent
Morgan Boyle
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$120,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-31.43%
Total Days on Market
136
Views
88
Current Estimated Value
$119,618

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$382
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.88%
Original Mortgage
$7,200
Outstanding Balance
$6,274
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$113,344

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2024
Sold by
Nieves Katia Yaris Rosa
Bought by
Peoples Choice Re Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2016
Sold by
Ramos Antonio Valentin
Bought by
Rosa Nieves Katia Yaris

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2007
Sold by
Sanchez Fransisco
Bought by
Valentin Ramos Antonio

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 1994
Sold by
Alicea Thalia and Alicea Deidra
Bought by
Sanchez Francisco
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $120,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $62,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $3,000 None Available
Deed $3,000 None Available
Deed $7,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $7,200 New Conventional
Open $100,700 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/22/2025 01/22/25 Sold $120,000 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft
11/21/2024 11/21/24 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2024 11/13/24 Price Changed $120,000 -3.2% $167 / Sq Ft
11/12/2024 11/12/24 Price Changed $124,000 -0.8% $172 / Sq Ft
09/03/2024 09/03/24 Price Changed $125,000 -13.8% $174 / Sq Ft
07/23/2024 07/23/24 Price Changed $145,000 -17.1% $201 / Sq Ft
07/08/2024 07/08/24 For Sale $175,000 -- $243 / 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 $1,013 $106,800 $21,360 $85,440
2024 $1,013 $106,800 $21,360 $85,440
2023 $1,013 $72,400 $14,480 $57,920
2022 $484 $72,400 $14,480 $57,920
2021 $484 $0 $0 $0
2020 $484 $0 $0 $0
2019 $634 $0 $0 $0
2018 $554 $0 $0 $0
2017 $554 $0 $0 $0
2016 $134 $0 $0 $0
2015 $129 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $39,600 $2,106 $37,494
2012 -- $1,024 $513 $511
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2373642

Bright MLS

APN: 191221500