Seller's Agent in 2019
Michele Cooley
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 627-6005
38 in this area
253 Total Sales
237 E Sydney St Philadelphia, PA 19119
East Mount Airy NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $366,939 - $442,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
Sq Ft
$292/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Sedgwick
- No HOA
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Fireplace
- Breakfast Area or Nook
About This Home
As of January 2019Welcome home to this lovingly renovated brick row on a quiet, tree-lined block in desirable Mt. Airy location. Just a couple blocks off of Germantown Ave - walk to restaurants, coffee and shops! Enter this 3 BR/2 BA home into a lovely living room with fireplace and custom built-in shelves. Dining room has new Farrow & Ball wallpaper and is open to the renovated kitchen. Navy cabinets, Carrara marble countertops and backsplash, open shelves and Bosch appliances complete the look of this bright kitchen. In the rear is a new, full bathroom with marble subway tile. Back yard has privacy fence covered in ivy for a peaceful space for relaxing or entertaining. The finished basement adds lots of space for living - make it your media room, office, play room, or family room. Basement also has great storage. New laundry located in basement. Upstairs are 3 great-sized bedrooms with a newly renovated bathroom. New HVAC, upgraded 200 AMP electric, new windows. All the original charm of a 1920's home - high ceilings and original hardwood floors throughout. Half a block walk to the train station with easy access to Chestnut Hill, the suburbs and Center City. CNN recently included Mt. Airy among the top 10 best big city neighborhoods in the US! Seller is licensed to sell real estate in PA
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut Listed on: 11/21/2018
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,890
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 1,027 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 16x66
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,396 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 1 Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Butlers Pantry
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Mt Airy Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 141
- Assessor Parcel Number 222173800
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 21, 2018
Closed on
Jan 3, 2019
Sold by
Archer Brooke L and Pekula Thaddeus R
Bought by
Brett Deirdre and Baltimore Charles M
Seller's Agent
Michele Cooley
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
Buyer's Agent
Michele Cooley
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$299,000
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
$108,235
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.16%
Original Mortgage
$284,050
Outstanding Balance
$253,149
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$115,176
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 2008
Sold by
Urban Trust Lp
Bought by
Archer Brooke L and Pekula Ted R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,481
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2003
Sold by
Lewis Timothy M
Bought by
Urban Trust Lp
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$617,250
Interest Rate
5.45%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2001
Sold by
Lewis Timothy M and Lewis Irene O
Bought by
Lewis Timothy M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 1998
Sold by
Langham Linda J
Bought by
Lewis Timothy M and Lewis Irene O
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brett Deirdre | $299,000 | None Available | |
| Archer Brooke L | $163,000 | None Available | |
| Urban Trust Lp | $208,300 | -- | |
| Lewis Timothy M | -- | -- | |
| Lewis Timothy M | $26,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Brett Deirdre | $284,050 | |
| Previous Owner | Pekula Thaddeus Roll | $262,576 | |
| Previous Owner | Archer Brooke L | $147,014 | |
| Previous Owner | Archer Brooke L | $160,481 | |
| Previous Owner | Urban Trust Lp | $78,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Urban Trust Lp | $617,250 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2019 01/03/19 | Sold | $299,000 | 0.0% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 11/23/2018 11/23/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/21/2018 11/21/18 | For Sale | $299,000 | -- | $214 / 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 | $3,557 | $346,100 | $69,220 | $276,880 |
| 2024 | $3,557 | $346,100 | $69,220 | $276,880 |
| 2023 | $3,557 | $254,100 | $50,800 | $203,300 |
| 2022 | $1,684 | $254,100 | $50,800 | $203,300 |
| 2021 | $1,684 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,684 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,758 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,890 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,890 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,890 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,809 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $135,000 | $15,100 | $119,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $12,448 | $1,203 | $11,245 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michele Cooley
-
Brooke Pekula
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Brooke Pekula
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(215) 718-6676
5 in this area
29 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH178216
APN: 222173800
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