NOT LISTED FOR SALE

254 S 46th St Philadelphia, PA 19139

Garden Court Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $612,000 - $866,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,225 Sq Ft
$324/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 06, 2018

Last sale price $566,950 $255 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,270/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Patio
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • 2-minute walk to Spruce Hill Bird Sanctuary

About This Home

As of July 2018

Delightful 5 bedroom plus large family room, 2 bath home on a neighborly tree-lined University City block. Very pretty rear yard and landscaped front yard. The Character includes hardwood floors, leaded glass, original doors and trim, and original detail throughout. Bright, Renovated kitchen with big island with eating bar, granite tops, stainless steel appliances, Shaker cabinets, and subway tile backsplash. The 1st floor offers a bright sun porch; a spacious living room with brick wood-burning fireplace and a huge paned window overlooking the sun porch; big dining room, and the eat-in kitchen mentioned above with rear shed/pantry that opens to the pretty rear yard. Coat closet. The hardwoods continue on the 2nd floor, which features a sizeable east-facing family room, 2 nice bedrooms, and a renovated full bath with original tile work and linen closet. The 3rd floor includes 3 more bedrooms and updated bath. Nice hall closet. There is also a big basement for Washer/Dryer, mechanicals, and excellent storage. This beautifully updated home has replacement windows throughout. Lea School Catchment. Superb location, within blocks of Local 44, Bottle Shop, Green Line, ReAnimator and Earth Cup Coffee, Honest Tom's, Tampopo, Pop Shop, Milk & Honey, Renata's, Clarkville, Baltimore Avenue Restaurant Row, CVS, Clark Park, Farmers' Market & much more. Walk to HUP, Penn, CHOP, Penn Vet, Drexel, University of the Sciences. 12 minutes to Rittenhouse Square by car and plenty of convenient SEPTA options.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeff Block

Compass RE License #AB065556 Listed on: 05/18/2018

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Belynda Stewart

Compass RE License #RS104927A

Compass RE

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,957

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 1,840 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x115
  • East Facing Home
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,225 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full 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

  • Henry C. Lea Elementary School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • University City Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 104
  • Assessor Parcel Number 461175800

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,957

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All Appliances.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area
  • Window Features: Replacement
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • 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: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2225
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2225
  • Net Sq Ft: 2225.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 258.43
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2225
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 254

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • 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: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • Elementary School: HENRY C. LEA SCHOOL
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • Elementary School: HENRY C. LEA SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X115
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1840.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: RM1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3957.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 461175800
  • Tax Lot: 104
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 07/06/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2018
Closed on
Jul 6, 2018
Sold by
Peterson Christopher M and Harmann Tracey A
Bought by
Towsner Henry Piers and Argaman Jonathan Aaron
Seller's Agent
Jeff Block
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Belynda Stewart
Compass RE
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$566,950
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,050
-1.4%
Current Estimated Value
$807,033

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$240,083
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.55%
Original Mortgage
$453,100
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2010
Sold by
Petersen Christopher M
Bought by
Petersen Christopher M and Hartmann Tracey A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2005
Sold by
Petersen Christopher M and Petersen Angela D B
Bought by
Petersen Christopher M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$25,000
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 1997
Sold by
Kopatz Okkwon Kim and Kim Okkwon
Bought by
Petersen Christopher M and Petersen Angela D B
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
Towsner Henry Piers $566,950 None Available
Petersen Christopher M -- None Available
Petersen Christopher M -- None Available
Petersen Christopher M $65,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Towsner Henry Piers $441,500
Closed Towsner Henry Piers $453,100
Previous Owner Petersen Christopher M $155,000
Previous Owner Petersen Christopher M $100,000
Previous Owner Petersen Christopher M $204,000
Previous Owner Petesen Christopher M $10,000
Previous Owner Petersen Christopher M $25,000
Previous Owner Petersen Christopher M $180,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/06/2018 07/06/18 Sold $566,950 -1.4% $255 / Sq Ft
05/23/2018 05/23/18 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2018 05/18/18 For Sale $575,000 -- $258 / 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 $10,224 $748,800 $149,760 $599,040
2024 $10,224 $748,800 $149,760 $599,040
2023 $10,224 $730,400 $146,080 $584,320
2022 $4,026 $685,400 $146,080 $539,320
2021 $4,656 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,656 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,482 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,957 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,957 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,537 $0 $0 $0
2015 $4,217 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $344,700 $57,960 $286,740
2012 -- $20,960 $4,192 $16,768
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeff Block

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Jeff Block

    Compass RE

    (215) 833-7088

    23 in this area

    482 Total Sales

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  • Belynda Stewart

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Belynda Stewart

    Compass RE

    (267) 435-8015

    4 in this area

    24 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001528146

Bright MLS

APN: 461175800

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19139 Garden Court

254 S 46th St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 254 S 46th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 since 18 May 2018 and is currently estimated at $720,819, approximately $323 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 254 S 46th St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Henry C. Lea School, West Philadelphia High School, and KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS.

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