NOT LISTED FOR SALE

249 S Melville St Philadelphia, PA 19139

Spruce Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $547,000 - $918,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,064 Sq Ft
$381/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2015

Last sale price $422,000 $204 Per Sq Ft

Est. 91% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,011/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Victorian Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Penn Alexander School Rated A-
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 2-minute walk to Spruce Hill Bird Sanctuary

About This Home

As of May 2015

Lovely University City home on a desirable tree-lined block in the Penn Alexander CATCHMENT. Direct access from the rear yard to the Spruce Hill Association Bird Sanctuary. 4 bedroom plus large den, 2.5 baths, great light, beautiful character, front porch and garden and large rear yard overlooking the bird sanctuary. Hardwood floors, beautiful original detail (original detail including leaded glass, beautiful pocket door, and more), high ceilings. Big basement for storage. Semi-finished attic space for storage or to be finished as additional living space. As an added bonus, the rear of this home has direct (secure gate) access to the Spruce Hill Bird Sanctuary-a quiet, spacious wooded park right by your own private patio. Steps away from nature & on a beautiful tree-lined block, this is a wonderful, value in the PAS Catchment. Superb University City location. Just 1-2 blocks to the Penn Alexander Catchment School, CVS, Green Line, Honest Tom's, Local 44 and the Bottle Shop, Pop Shop and just several blocks to Clark Park, awesome Farmers' Market, Clarkville (coming soon!) and so many coffee shops, restaurants, and shopping. Close to HUP, CHOP, Penn, University of the Sciences. 10 minutes to Rittenhouse Square by car or bike and plenty of convenient SEPTA options. Tremendous opportunity in the Penn Alexander Catchment (Three years in a row, all Kindergarten registrants offered spots. For 2015-2016, no Lottery. All registrants have spots).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeff Block

Compass RE License #AB065556 Listed on: 03/10/2015

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Janet Margolies

BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square License #RS114459A

BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,686

Year Built

  • Built in 1908

Lot Details

  • 1,728 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x108
  • West Facing Home
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,064 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Stained Glass
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry on upper level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Basement

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

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Rented or Permit Required

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Penn Alexander Elementary School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • University City Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 145
  • Assessor Parcel Number 461154900

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,686

Year Built

Built in 1908

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2064
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2064
  • Net Sq Ft: 2064.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 207.85
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2064
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 249

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street, Rented/Permit Required
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Oil, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Oil
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • Elementary School: PENN ALEXANDER SCHOOL
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • Elementary School: PENN ALEXANDER SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: U50
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X108
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1728.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3686.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 461154900
  • Tax Lot: 145
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Close Date: 05/15/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2021
Sold by
Ensler Katherine E
Bought by
Finley Kathryn Rose
Current Estimated Value
$804,351

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$595,000
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2014
Sold by
Bruaroey Jan Ivar and Monheimer Holly A
Bought by
Ensler Katherine E and Truex Richard O

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$379,800
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 11, 2005
Sold by
Freile Alicia M and Punzo Francis G
Bought by
Bruaroey Jan Ivar and Monheimer Holly A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$293,600
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2004
Sold by
Dodson Christopher F and Elias Rebecca J
Bought by
Punzo Francis G and Freile Alicia M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2000
Sold by
Goldstein Aria Abraham
Bought by
Dodson Christopher F and Elias Rebecca J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,520
Interest Rate
7.84%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Finley Kathryn Rose $700,000 First American Title
Ensler Katherine E $422,000 None Available
Bruaroey Jan Ivar $367,000 First American Title Ins Co
Punzo Francis G $315,000 Commonwealth Title
Dodson Christopher F $120,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Finley Kathryn Rose $595,000
Previous Owner Ensler Katherine E $379,800
Previous Owner Bruaroey Jan Ivar $280,000
Previous Owner Bruaroey Jan Ivar $293,600
Previous Owner Punzo Francis G $220,000
Previous Owner Dodson Christopher F $112,520
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Sold $422,000 -1.6% $204 / Sq Ft
03/22/2015 03/22/15 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2015 03/10/15 For Sale $429,000 -- $208 / 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 $7,280 $605,100 $121,020 $484,080
2024 $7,280 $605,100 $121,020 $484,080
2023 $7,280 $520,100 $104,020 $416,080
2022 $4,804 $475,100 $104,020 $371,080
2021 $5,434 $0 $0 $0
2020 $5,434 $0 $0 $0
2019 $5,231 $0 $0 $0
2018 $4,271 $0 $0 $0
2017 $4,271 $0 $0 $0
2016 $4,271 $0 $0 $0
2015 $3,686 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $305,100 $54,180 $250,920
2012 -- $27,392 $5,477 $21,915
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeff Block

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jeff Block

    Compass RE

    (215) 833-7088

    37 in this area

    477 Total Sales

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  • Janet Margolies

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Janet Margolies

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (215) 790-5660

    70 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002550766

Bright MLS

APN: 461154900

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19139 Spruce Hill

249 S Melville St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 249 S Melville St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 since 10 March 2015 and is currently estimated at $787,373, approximately $381 per square foot. This property was built in 1908. 249 S Melville St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Penn Alexander School, West Philadelphia High School, and KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS.

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