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Landlord's Agent in 2023
LaShae Gordon Strickland
JG Real Estate
(215) 467-4100
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
2538 Amber St Unit 2 Philadelphia, PA 19125
East Kensington NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $505,000 - $720,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
--
Sq Ft
1,307
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Bathtub with Shower
- Wood Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 1-minute walk to Arcadia Commons
About This Home
As of February 2023Available NOW:
Welcome to 2538 Amber St #2! This beautiful 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom 2nd Floor apartment offers a sunny floor plan with hardwood floors and modern finishes. Enter into the living area with a ceiling fan for year-round comfort. There's great space for living room furniture and 2 windows provides natural light. The space flows back into the eat-in kitchen equipped with white floor tiling, granite countertops, wood cabinetry, and white subway tile backsplash. Stainless steel appliances include a built-in overhead microwave, gas oven / stove, and refrigerator. Behind the kitchen is your lovely bathroom boasting white tiling, lighted vanity, and a full size bathtub / shower combo. There are 2 bedrooms at the front of the apartment, both featuring a ceiling fan, window, and good closet space. Schedule your tour today!
About The Neighborhood:
Located in booming East Kensington, right off of Frankford Avenue offering nonstop restaurants, art galleries, thrift shopping, and entertainment. You'll be walking distance to POPS Skatepark, Letterly Green, Arcadia Commons, and the Frankford Avenue Garden. Close to I-95 with easy access to I-676 and the Betsy Ross Bridge, plus surrounded by convenient public transportation bus routes and the Market Frankford Line servicing Center City and University City. Check out some of Philly's best hotspots including Martha, The Penalty Box, Atlantis, The Monkey Club, Philadelphia Brewing Co, Hello Donuts + Coffee, Halftimes Goodtimes, and TONS more!
Lease Terms:
Generally, first month, last month, and one month security deposit due at, or prior to, lease signing. Other terms may be required by Landlord. $55 application fee per applicant. Pets are conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee and/or monthly pet rent, if accepted. (Generally, $500/dog and $250/cat, and/or monthly pet rent). Tenants responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, and water. Landlord Requirements: Applicants to make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable net income, credit history to be considered (i.e. no active collections), no evictions within the past 4 years, and must have a verifiable rental history with on-time rental payments. Exceptions to this criteria may exist under the law and will be considered.
Condo Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,458
Year Built
- Built in 1875
Lot Details
- 1,307
Home Design
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Parking
- Public Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Unassigned Parking
Schools
- Kensington High School
Listing and Financial Details
- Residential Lease
- Security Deposit $1,200
- Requires 3 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, gas, water
- No Smoking Allowed
- 12-Month Lease Term
- Available 1/23/23
- $55 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 311129600
Community Details
Overview
- Low-Rise Condominium
- East Kensington Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 9, 1988
Bought by
Simoes Dennis C
Current Estimated Value
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simoes Dennis C | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Simoes Dennis C | $75,000 | |
| Closed | Simoes Dennis C | $80,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2023 02/06/23 | Rented | $1,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/01/2023 02/01/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/20/2023 01/20/23 | For Rent | $1,200 | -- | -- |
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 | $7,458 | $532,800 | $106,500 | $426,300 |
| 2024 | $7,458 | $532,800 | $106,500 | $426,300 |
| 2023 | $7,458 | $532,800 | $106,560 | $426,240 |
| 2022 | $3,488 | $532,800 | $106,560 | $426,240 |
| 2021 | $3,488 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,488 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,238 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $976 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $976 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $976 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $934 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $69,700 | $14,094 | $55,606 |
| 2012 | -- | $5,024 | $967 | $4,057 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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LaShae Gordon Strickland
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Cameron Johnson
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Tenant's Agent in 2023
Cameron Johnson
JBMP Group
(215) 467-4100
12 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2195302
APN: 311129600
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