238 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19106
Society Hill Neighborhood
4
Beds
4
Baths
1,635
Sq Ft
765
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Heated Floors
- Contemporary Architecture
- No HOA
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- 4 Fireplaces
- 1-minute walk to Three Bears Park
About This Home
As of May 2022In the heart of Society Hill, on a very popular tree-lined block, sits 238 Spruce Street, a
Revolutionary War era house dating back to 1782. This Georgian Style townhome with its
original brick facade is fabulous enough to be Philadelphia Historic Registry certified. When you
enter this home through its vestibule, you will find a welcoming living area perfect for
entertaining guests. This 1st FL Living Room, with adjacent 1/2 Bath, shares space with a
dining area leading to the Kitchen. The Kitchen hosts one of the 4 original wood burning
fireplaces in the home and features updates including a butcher block countertop, a limestone
and slate backsplash, a pantry closet, and a counter-depth LG refrigerator. The Dutch door in
the Kitchen leads out to a cozy brick courtyard. Looking at the 2nd FL, the current owners use a portion of this space for their main Living Room. Here you will find French doors leading to an Office that has also been used as a bedroom space and that incorporates the home’s 2nd fireplace. Making your way to the rear of
this level and stepping down, you will find another bedroom with the 3rd fireplace and many built-in shelves. This room has a gorgeous glass paneled door with Juliet balcony overlooking the courtyard. The 2nd FL includes a new Full Bath with heated tile floors, tankless toilet, and Hansgrohe showerhead and auxiliary handheld showerhead in a stall shower that also has heated tile floors. Following a curved stairway to the 3rd Floor, you’ll find a charming Master Bedroom area. The owners have organized this sequence of rooms into a master suite that has the home’s 4th fireplace and an adjoining Changing Room providing access to the Master Bathroom and a Rooftop Deck. If desired, the Changing Room could be converted to a standalone bedroom. As with the Full Bath on the 2nd Floor, the Master Bathroom has heated tile floors, tankless toilet,
and a Hansgrohe showerhead and an auxiliary handheld showerhead in a stall shower that also has heated tile floors. Finally, stepping out onto a newer, large deck overlooking the rear courtyard, you’ll find the decking used here is Ipe wood. This heavyweight, sustainably harvested tropical wood has been allowed to weather to a warm gray color, but is tremendously durable, extremely resistant to insect and fungal attack, and has a reputation for lasting decades when exposed to the elements. Continuing to the 4th Floor, there is a multifunctional space which has been used as a large bedroom, an office, and a craft room in recent years. Featuring a wall of built-in shelving, a gabled ceiling with dormer windows and exposed beams, and its own Half Bath, this floor provides a flexible bonus living space. To round things out, let’s not forget the full basement that presents owners with another multi-functional space. This warm, dry basement offers
original exposed brick arches; with some new creative ideas, it could be great for another
gathering space. Finally, there is original random plank flooring throughout much of the house,
a high velocity AC unit that was recently replaced, and 3 mini-split heating and AC units on a
supplemental system that can accommodate up to 2 additional units, if desired. The benefits of living in Society Hill are many, including an abundance of conveniences and attractions. Just to name a few, it is blocks away from the University Hospitals, the I-95 & I-676 roadways, and the bridges connecting Philly to South Jersey. It’s a quick 10-mile ride to get access to Philadelphia International Airport and just steps away from the Delaware River, Penn’s Landing, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and the beloved Farmers’ Market at Head House Square. Located in the well-regarded McCall School Catchment area, and not far from the St.
Peter’s School, a respected independent school, consider packing your bags and moving your loved ones to the beautiful and well cared for home in the Society Hill area of the City of Brotherly Love.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,215
Year Built
- Built in 1800
Lot Details
- 765 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 51.00
- Historic Home
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Georgian Architecture
- Poured Concrete
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 1,635 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3.5 Levels
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- 4 Fireplaces
- Combination Dining and Living Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Heated Floors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Walk-in Shower
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- Interior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Central Air
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Society Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 206
- Assessor Parcel Number 051147200
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 5, 2022
Closed on
May 6, 2022
Sold by
Malcolm Kathryn C
Bought by
Beerdsen Edith
Seller's Agent
Nicole Dizio
Realty Mark Associates
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth May
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$845,000
Sold Price
$925,750
Premium/Discount to List
$80,750
9.56%
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
$21,031
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.43%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2014
Closed on
May 21, 2014
Sold by
Brady Thomas M and Brady Alison A
Bought by
Malcolm Stuart A and Malcolm Kathryn C
Seller's Agent
Rachel Rothbard Heller
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Acker
KW Empower
List Price
$680,000
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-7.35%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.94%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 27, 2007
Sold by
Giraldo Gustavo A and Giraldo Mindy Beth
Bought by
Brady Thomas M and Brady Alison A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$652,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 2001
Sold by
Kaye Edward M and Lebel Alyssa
Bought by
Giraldo Gustavo A and Giraldo Mindy Beth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$424,000
Interest Rate
6.66%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $925,750 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $630,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $815,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $530,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $330,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $652,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $424,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $53,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2022 05/11/22 | Sold | $925,750 | 0.0% | $566 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2022 04/12/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/12/2022 04/12/22 | Price Changed | $926,000 | +9.6% | $566 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2022 04/05/22 | For Sale | $845,000 | +34.1% | $517 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2014 05/21/14 | Sold | $630,000 | -7.4% | $385 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2014 05/17/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2014 04/17/14 | For Sale | $680,000 | 0.0% | $416 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2012 07/01/12 | Rented | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/31/2012 05/31/12 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2012 05/20/12 | For Rent | $3,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $11,333 | $853,300 | $170,660 | $682,640 |
| 2024 | $11,333 | $853,300 | $170,660 | $682,640 |
| 2023 | $11,333 | $809,600 | $161,920 | $647,680 |
| 2022 | $9,586 | $764,600 | $161,920 | $602,680 |
| 2021 | $10,216 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $10,216 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $9,887 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $9,103 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $9,103 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $9,103 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $8,714 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $650,300 | $50,720 | $599,580 |
| 2012 | -- | $67,456 | $6,906 | $60,550 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nicole Dizio
Seller's Agent in 2022
Nicole Dizio
Realty Mark Associates
(215) 370-1003
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth May
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Elizabeth May
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
(215) 510-4059
2 in this area
43 Total Sales
-
Rachel Rothbard Heller
Seller's Agent in 2014
Rachel Rothbard Heller
Coldwell Banker Realty
(215) 901-1279
1 in this area
188 Total Sales
-
Lauren Acker
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Lauren Acker
KW Empower
(267) 977-0363
3 in this area
58 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2097600
APN: 051147200
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