NOT LISTED FOR SALE

242 E Highland Ave Philadelphia, PA 19118

Chestnut Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $634,530 - $791,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,728 Sq Ft
$424/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 10, 2012

Last sale price $365,000 $211 Per Sq Ft

Est. 100% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,417 / mo

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 3-minute walk to Gravers
  • Attic
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of July 2012

Walker's Paradise! This Top of the Hill, 4BR, 1BA, Wissahickon schist twin defines Chestnut Hill living. A beautiful stone arched doorway beckons one into the tiled sun room with arched window. Spacious living room has stone wood-burning fireplace and ceiling fan. French doors lead into the open dining room with original cabinetry and beautiful bow window. A smashing 2009 kitchen boasts stainless steel gas range, Bosch microwave, granite counters, under-cabinet and recessed lighting, and peninsula seating. Back deck has a beautiful beadboard ceiling and plenty of room for dining al fresco. Upstairs, the master bedroom is surrounded by windows and has a large closet. Three more bedrooms and a hall bath with a pedestal sink complete the second floor. Original details abound throughout the house: inlaid wood floors, beautiful windows, deep windowsills, pretty stonework. One car attached garage and driveway. Friendly neighborhood. Walk to 2 train lines and all the best stores and cafes in Chestnut Hill.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alice Starr Wagg

alice.wagg@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #TREND:60019921 Listed on: 05/04/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

William Smilow

wsmilow@Greatoakholdings.com Great Oak Real Estate, LLC License #TREND:60008121

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,894

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 2,734 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 30x91
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,728 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Deck

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 183
  • Assessor Parcel Number 091116200

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,894

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

2,734 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1728
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1728
  • Net Sq Ft: 1728.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 211.23
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1728
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stucco, Stone
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Flat, 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: 1
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 32913.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 8367.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 30X91
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2734.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 927839
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3894.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 091116200
  • Tax Lot: 183
  • Tax Year: 2012

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$730,877

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,550
Interest Rate
0.029%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2012
Closed on
Jul 10, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Alice Starr Wagg
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Buyer's Agent
William Smilow
Great Oak Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$365,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.09%
Original Mortgage
$292,000
Interest Rate
0.0376%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- Radian Settlement Svcs Inc
$365,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $225,550
Closed $292,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/10/2012 07/10/12 Sold $365,000 0.0% $211 / Sq Ft
05/05/2012 05/05/12 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2012 05/04/12 For Sale $365,000 -- $211 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $5,633 $502,400 $100,400 $402,000
2025 $6,649 $502,400 $100,400 $402,000
2024 $6,649 $502,400 $100,400 $402,000
2023 $6,649 $475,000 $95,000 $380,000
2022 $4,362 $430,000 $95,000 $335,000
2021 $4,992 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,992 $0 $0 $0
2019 $5,210 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,858 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,858 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,438 $0 $0 $0
2015 $3,291 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $275,600 $57,954 $217,646
2012 -- $41,280 $8,367 $32,913
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Alice Starr Wagg

    BHHS Fox & Roach

  • W

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    William Smilow

    Great Oak Real Estate, LLC

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003950380

Bright MLS

APN: 091116200

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19118 Chestnut Hill

242 E Highland Ave, Philadelphia, PA

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