247 Congress Ave Lansdowne, PA 19050
Estimated Value: $217,000 - $401,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,509
Sq Ft
$206/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Wood Flooring
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Stainless Steel Appliances
About This Home
As of September 2020BACK ON THE MARKET! BUYER'S FINANCING FELL THROUGH. Feast your eyes on this beautiful newly renovated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, brick, traditional style home, that sits on a quiet street in Lansdowne. This home features an open floor plan, 9+ ft ceiling height, recessed lights, original hardwood floors throughout the entire house and brand new replacement windows. At first sight you approach an open front porch. Step into the bright and inviting living room. It features a herringbone marble tiled fireplace, built-in shelves and French doors that lead back out to the front porch. The formal dining room flows to the beautiful kitchen that boasts white quartz counter tops, breakfast bar with a gold chandelier light fixture above it, soft close white shaker cabinetry with gold hard ward, Aztec cement tile backsplash, a huge 33 inch under-mounted sink, crank out windows above the sink and all state-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances. From the kitchen, there is an egress to the side driveway and rear fenced-in yard. The rear yard has beautiful mature landscaping. Trees line the rear of the yard for privacy. This home also features a detached garage to park your car or to fulfill all your storage needs. Back inside on the second floor, there are 3 great sized bedrooms with ample closet space. The master bedroom has his and hers closet space. The Aztec cement tile and gold fixtures continues in the bathroom upstairs, along with beautiful white subway tile and black mosaic tile in the bathtub and stall shower. This home also features a full basement, with a half bathroom and brand new HVAC system. The basement is perfect for entertainment or additional living space. Lansdowne is a historic village and has a fabulous Symphony Orchestra and Open-Air Farmer's Market. This home is convenient to playgrounds, parks, schools, shopping and commuting routes. Come and see for yourself all that this home has to offer.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 4,095 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 42.00 x 100.00
- Property is zoned R-10 SINGLE FAMILY, 2 1/2 STY HSE GAR; 42 X 100
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 1 Driveway Space
- Oversized Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,509 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Marble Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Dining Area
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Stove
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Front Loading Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Central Air
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Drexel Plaza Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 348-000
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-00-00642-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 10, 2020
Closed on
Aug 26, 2020
Sold by
Noah Peta G and Noah Emeka
Bought by
Ashworth Rea
Seller's Agent
Jasmin Johnson
Realty Mark Associates - KOP
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Shaw-Fink
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
6.38%
Total Days on Market
42
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
$61,276
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.76%
Original Mortgage
$241,656
Outstanding Balance
$216,874
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$94,402
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2019
Sold by
Newman Thomas J
Bought by
Noah Peta Gaye and Noah Emeka
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 1995
Sold by
Newman Thomas J and Newman Rose M
Bought by
Newman Thomas J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
8.89%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Rea | $250,000 | None Available | |
| Noah Peta Gaye | $58,000 | Prosperity Abstract Llc | |
| Newman Thomas J | -- | Commonwealth Land Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Ashworth Rea | $241,656 | |
| Previous Owner | Newman Thomas J | $70,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2020 09/16/20 | Sold | $250,000 | +6.4% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2020 07/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/10/2020 06/10/20 | For Sale | $235,000 | -- | $156 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,182 | $150,150 | $44,190 | $105,960 |
| 2023 | $5,894 | $150,150 | $44,190 | $105,960 |
| 2022 | $5,778 | $150,150 | $44,190 | $105,960 |
| 2021 | $8,677 | $150,150 | $44,190 | $105,960 |
| 2020 | $6,430 | $98,050 | $31,920 | $66,130 |
| 2019 | $6,322 | $98,050 | $31,920 | $66,130 |
| 2018 | $6,214 | $98,050 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,077 | $98,050 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $538 | $98,050 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $538 | $98,050 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $538 | $98,050 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jasmin Johnson
Seller's Agent in 2020
Jasmin Johnson
Realty Mark Associates - KOP
(215) 459-3100
6 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Sherman Toppin
S
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Sherman Toppin
EXP Realty, LLC
3 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth Shaw-Fink
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Elizabeth Shaw-Fink
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 322-6099
2 in this area
49 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PADE520340
APN: 23-00-00642-00
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