Seller's Agent in 2022
Jeff Block
Compass RE
(215) 833-7088
36 in this area
433 Total Sales
26 University Mews Philadelphia, PA 19104
Spruce Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $556,000 - $825,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,637
Sq Ft
$391/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Baltimore Avenue And 45Th Street
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Penn Alexander School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Spruce Hill Bird Sanctuary
About This Home
As of August 2022Philadelphia Inquirer Architecture Critic Inga Saffron wrote in 2017 about the Mews’ “mix of modernist architecture and quaint, brick-lined walkways.” She added that the Mews is a “charming, tucked-away community” and “a fascinating, early example of architects’ efforts to redefine what an urban rowhouse could be,” noting that the project was featured in a 1964 issue of Progressive Architecture devoted to ‘The New Row House.’ Built in 1962 at the corner of 45th & Spruce Sts, the award-winning complex predates condominiums; instead, the common areas (the U-shaped brick drive and a brick center courtyard) are shared via easements.
On the south side of the Mews, sun-filled #26 retains its classic features and split-level style while benefitting from many system replacements and upgrades. The garage is at entry level, with an extra parking space out front. Down half a flight of stairs is a semi-finished room for use as a work-at-home office, study or play space, plus a half bath, laundry & mechanicals. Or head up half a flight to the 1.5-story high living room, with a wood-burning fireplace and sliding doors leading to the landscaped brick patio. Another short flight takes you to the open plan dining room and updated kitchen, overlooking the living room below. The top floor holds a spacious main bedroom and remodeled bath. Plus, there’s a second bedroom which has 2 closets and 2 sets of windows, and could perhaps be split into 2 smaller bedrooms, a configuration which many of the Mews houses have.
The location is in the heart of the Spruce Hill neighborhood of University City/West Philly, close to several bus routes leading to the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and center city just beyond. The Mews is in the catchment area for the popular Penn Alexander public K-8 grade school, though catchment area location doesn’t guarantee admission. Don Barriga Mexican restaurant is at the corner; Knockbox Café is in the next block, and Local 44 is one block east on Spruce St. Baltimore Avenue, the neighborhood’s “main street,” is 3 blocks south, with additional restaurants, shops, and the #34 trolley line.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(215) 833-7088 jeff@jeffcityblock.com Compass RE License #AB065556 Listed on: 06/25/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
(215) 893-9920 eric@elfantwissahickon.com Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square License #RS-341968
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,944
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 1,069 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 16.00 x 67.00
HOA Fees
- $25 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- 1 Driveway Space
- Front Facing Garage
- Brick Driveway
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Corner Fireplace
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Improved Basement
- Basement Windows
- Laundry on lower level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Schools
- Penn Alexander Elementary And Middle School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Community Details
- University Mews Community
- University City Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 216
- Assessor Parcel Number 461018700
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 25, 2022
Closed on
Aug 18, 2022
Sold by
Heiberger Sara R
Bought by
Odonnell Joseph and Odonnell Francis
Seller's Agent
Jeff Block
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Eric Moore
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
List Price
$619,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-3.88%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,162
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.33%
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Outstanding Balance
$454,310
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$185,852
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2005
Sold by
Deritis Daniel J
Bought by
Heiberger Sara R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 27, 1996
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Deritis Daniel J
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 1996
Sold by
Green John D
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odonnell Joseph | $595,000 | -- | |
| Heiberger Sara R | $280,000 | None Available | |
| Deritis Daniel J | $55,000 | Phillips Title Agency | |
| Federal National Mortgage Association | $21,100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Odonnell Joseph | $476,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Heiberger Sara R | $224,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/30/2022 08/30/22 | Sold | $595,000 | 0.0% | $363 / Sq Ft |
| 07/27/2022 07/27/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/28/2022 06/28/22 | Price Changed | $595,000 | -3.9% | $363 / Sq Ft |
| 06/25/2022 06/25/22 | For Sale | $619,000 | -- | $378 / 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 | $6,182 | $509,300 | $101,860 | $407,440 |
| 2024 | $6,182 | $509,300 | $101,860 | $407,440 |
| 2023 | $6,182 | $441,600 | $88,300 | $353,300 |
| 2022 | $5,315 | $396,600 | $88,300 | $308,300 |
| 2021 | $5,945 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $5,945 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $5,722 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,842 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $4,262 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,842 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,910 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $247,200 | $31,311 | $215,889 |
| 2012 | -- | $31,776 | $11,139 | $20,637 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeff Block
-
Melani Lamond
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Melani Lamond
Compass RE
10 in this area
58 Total Sales
-
Eric Moore
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Eric Moore
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
(215) 893-9920
1 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Karrie Gavin
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Karrie Gavin
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
(215) 260-1376
5 in this area
639 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2131526
APN: 461018700
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