NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 E Fariston Dr Philadelphia, PA 19120

Melrose Park Gardens Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $245,946 - $278,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,152 Sq Ft
$223/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 28, 2013

Last sale price $127,000 $110 Per Sq Ft

Est. 102% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,548/month

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Skylights
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of June 2013

Ready to move in house in Melrose Park Garden. Freshly painted throughout, and waxed wood floors. New entry foyer tile is well maintained. New kitchen cabinet, window, light, sink. New stairs to basement along with a new garage door opener. The bathroom has tiled floor and walls with a skylight that provides plenty of light and air flow.The three bedrooms are nicely sized with plenty of closet space and decorated with light and airy colors and all new lights. Roof 2005. Move in and kick back and enjoy the Central Air.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JEA LEE

jklee0619@gmail.com BHHS Fox & Roach - Spring House License #TREND:60017002 Listed on: 03/05/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Renee Erving

(215) 358-1100 frontdesk@remaxaction.com RE/MAX Action Realty-Horsham

RE/MAX Action Realty-Horsham

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,870

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x100
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,152 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Skylights
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Melrose Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 266
  • Assessor Parcel Number 611384600

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,870

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1152
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1152
  • Net Sq Ft: 1152.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 111.98
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1152
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X100
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1600.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R9A

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1870.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 611384600
  • Tax Lot: 266
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2013
Closed on
Aug 23, 2013
Sold by
Kim Yong A
Bought by
Summers Lillian G
Seller's Agent
JEA LEE
BHHS Fox & Roach - Spring House
Buyer's Agent
Renee Erving
RE/MAX Action Realty-Horsham
List Price
$129,000
Sold Price
$127,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.55%
Current Estimated Value
$256,737

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$129,737
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.72%
Original Mortgage
$124,699
Outstanding Balance
$90,019
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$166,718

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1999
Sold by
Cruz Ofelia Matsuda
Bought by
Hepburn Kirt M
Source: Public Records

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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
Summers Lillian G $127,000 None Available
Hepburn Kirt M $74,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Summers Lillian G $124,699
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/28/2013 06/28/13 Sold $127,000 -1.6% $110 / Sq Ft
05/29/2013 05/29/13 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2013 03/05/13 For Sale $129,000 -- $112 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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
2026 $2,577 $234,800 $46,960 $187,840
2025 $2,577 $234,800 $46,960 $187,840
2024 $2,577 $234,800 $46,960 $187,840
2023 $2,577 $184,100 $36,820 $147,280
2022 $1,513 $139,100 $36,820 $102,280
2021 $2,143 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,143 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,992 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,949 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    JEA LEE

    BHHS Fox & Roach

  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Renee Erving

    RE/MAX

    (267) 972-7322

    Renee Erving
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003357674

Bright MLS

APN: 611384600

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19120 Melrose Park Gardens

255 E Fariston Dr, Philadelphia, PA

Not Listed for Sale

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