Seller's Agent in 2015
Rachel Rothbard Heller
Coldwell Banker Realty
(215) 901-1279
1 in this area
182 Total Sales
254 Philip Place Philadelphia, PA 19106
Society Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,516,000 - $1,609,000
2
Beds
4
Baths
2,772
Sq Ft
$563/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- Skylights
- Wet Bar
- Marble Flooring
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 3-minute walk to Three Bears Park
About This Home
As of December 2015Magnificent I.M. Pei-designed Society Hill 2 bedroom corner town home complete with spectacular garden, gated PARKING on a picturesque tree-lined, quiet street overlooking green space. First floor features the kitchen with granite counters and sub-zero refrigerator; breakfast room with built in cabinets for extra storage; marble powder room; and a large family room with sliding doors opening to a fabulous patio complete with a built-in gas barbecue, storage shed, fountain, and a gorgeous magnolia tree. Second floor boasts a beautiful formal dining room with a wet bar for easy entertainment and sliding doors to a charming balcony overlooking the garden; a marble powder room; and the formal living room overlooking extraordinary green space, with gorgeous built-in bookshelves and a gas fireplace. This floor has high ceilings, custom doors for the floor to ceiling windows, and incredible hardwood floors handpicked from South America. Third floor features the master bedroom with tremendous closet space; an en suite marble bathroom with stall shower and Jacuzzi tub; a built in make-up station; and a large den to relax in at the end of the day. Finished basement featuring a guest room with its own full bathroom complete with a Jacuzzi tub; custom office with built in shelving; a nice storage area equipped with a washer/dryer; and extra storage underneath the stairs. 254 Philip is meticulous and has been lovingly care for; newer brick pointing on entire house; newer sliding doors; newer roof; sound system throughout; security system; Hunter Douglas custom blinds. This home is steps away from an upscale shopping plaza which includes door-to-door delivery, grocery, dry cleaner and beauty salon. Seconds from I-95 & 76, parks, restaurants, shopping, and history, yet beautifully nestled away from all of the hustle and bustle. Please note that this home is on the end so it is wider than the other homes and also note that Philip Place is not a street you drive on making this location extremely desirable in the community.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(215) 901-1279 rrothbard@cbpref.com Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 04/21/2015
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,156
Year Built
- Built in 1975
Lot Details
- 1,428 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 22x65
- Property is in good condition
HOA Fees
- $42 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,772 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Wet Bar
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
- Eat-In Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
Parking
- 1 Open Parking Space
- Assigned Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 246
- Assessor Parcel Number 051047687
Community Details
Overview
- Society Hill Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Carr John G
Bought by
Feeley Matthew and Harrison Brandon
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,575,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,568,773
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$9,106
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2022
Sold by
Constance Jacobs
Bought by
Carr John G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,088,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2015
Closed on
Dec 4, 2015
Sold by
Markovitz Susan R
Bought by
Jacobs Constance
Seller's Agent
Rachel Rothbard Heller
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Keith Elsen
Space & Company
List Price
$1,197,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$247,000
-20.63%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.15%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 19, 2005
Sold by
Ginsberg Peter E and Ginsberg John H
Bought by
Markovitz Alan F and Markovitz Susan R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$359,650
Interest Rate
5.54%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 3, 1995
Sold by
Ginsberg Gerald
Bought by
The Aethena Qualified Personal Residence
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 1995
Sold by
Kline Thomas R and Kline Paula W
Bought by
Ginsberg Gerald
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feeley Matthew | $1,575,500 | Trident Land Transfer | |
| Carr John G | $1,360,000 | Title Services | |
| Jacobs Constance | $950,000 | None Available | |
| Markovitz Alan F | $1,000,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| The Aethena Qualified Personal Residence | -- | -- | |
| Ginsberg Gerald | $425,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Feeley Matthew | $1,575,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Carr John G | $1,088,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Markovitz Alan F | $359,650 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2015 12/04/15 | Sold | $950,000 | -5.0% | $343 / Sq Ft |
| 10/20/2015 10/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/05/2015 10/05/15 | Price Changed | $1,000,000 | -9.1% | $361 / Sq Ft |
| 06/30/2015 06/30/15 | Price Changed | $1,100,000 | -8.1% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2015 04/21/15 | For Sale | $1,197,000 | -- | $432 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,847 | $1,287,400 | $257,480 | $1,029,920 |
| 2024 | $18,847 | $1,287,400 | $257,480 | $1,029,920 |
| 2023 | $18,847 | $1,346,400 | $269,200 | $1,077,200 |
| 2022 | $15,007 | $1,301,400 | $269,200 | $1,032,200 |
| 2021 | $15,637 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $15,637 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $16,684 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $12,699 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $12,699 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $12,279 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $88,643 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $907,200 | $90,080 | $817,120 |
| 2012 | -- | $125,888 | $17,383 | $108,505 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rachel Rothbard Heller
-
Keith Elsen
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Keith Elsen
Space & Company
(215) 370-5420
47 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1002581392
APN: 051047687
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