NOT LISTED FOR SALE

38 W Penn St Philadelphia, PA 19144

Germantown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $337,032 - $397,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,611 Sq Ft
$223/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 31, 2013

Last sale price $225,000 $140 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,240/month

145 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Beamed Ceilings

About This Home

As of January 2013

Splendid house in an historic charming envelope! Sellers with extraordinary taste and care renovated this property to create 3 bedroom/2 bath twin home that is a stand-out among all houses on the market today. Major improvements: new custom cook's kitchen, 2 new bathrooms with Italian tilework and top-of-the-line fixtures, handsomely finished floors, gas fp in 3rd floor study, custom smoked glass interior doors, extensive re-wiring, new lighting throughout, central air, new private deck and fencing, bright inviting basement, re-built front porch,creation of master bedroom suite on 3rd floor, all new Pella doors/windows, new landscaping that includes off-street parking. An exceptional home in the exceptionally historic and neighborly Penn-Knox community. Easy access to commuter train and public bus transportation. Community garden at corner. This home was a hit of the HISTORIC GERMANTOWN/MALT HOUSE TOUR of architecturally distinctive historic homes of northwest Philly on 9/23/12

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Loretta Witt

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #AB060272L Listed on: 07/15/2012

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

Last Buyer's Agent

Loretta Witt

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #AB060272L Listed on: 07/15/2012

BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,763

Year Built

  • Built in 1840

Lot Details

  • 2,046 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x34
  • Northwest Facing Home
  • Front and Side Yard
  • Property is in good condition

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,611 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Parking Space
  • Private Parking
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Germantown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 156
  • Assessor Parcel Number 124011800

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,763

Year Built

Built in 1840

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Living Room Chandelier
  • Inclusions: All Appliances
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1840
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Exposed Beams, Stall Shower, Breakfast Area
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1611
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1611
  • Net Sq Ft: 1611.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 139.66
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1611
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 38

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Flat, Pitched
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Parking Features: Private
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X34
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2046.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R5

Green Features

  • Green Remarks: New Pella windows throughout

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1763.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 124011800
  • Tax Lot: 156
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 01/31/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2012
Closed on
Jan 23, 2013
Sold by
Sanfuentes Monique L
Bought by
Garcia Huidobro Felipe
Seller's Agent
Loretta Witt
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Buyer's Agent
Loretta Witt
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$239,500
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,500
-6.05%
Current Estimated Value
$359,758

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,758
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.09%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2007
Sold by
Tashjian Peter M
Bought by
Sanfuentes Monique L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2000
Sold by
Riotto Ellen M
Bought by
Tashjian Peter M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$51,750
Interest Rate
7.52%
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
Garcia Huidobro Felipe $225,000 None Available
Sanfuentes Monique L $155,000 None Available
Tashjian Peter M $69,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sanfuentes Monique L $150,000
Previous Owner Sanfuentes Monique L $124,000
Previous Owner Tashjian Peter M $51,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/31/2013 01/31/13 Sold $225,000 0.0% $140 / Sq Ft
12/07/2012 12/07/12 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2012 10/09/12 Price Changed $225,000 -6.1% $140 / Sq Ft
07/15/2012 07/15/12 For Sale $239,500 -- $149 / 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 $3,392 $290,800 $58,160 $232,640
2024 $3,392 $290,800 $58,160 $232,640
2023 $3,392 $242,300 $48,460 $193,840
2022 $2,206 $242,300 $48,460 $193,840
2021 $2,206 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,206 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,734 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,940 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,940 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,940 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,857 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $138,600 $13,094 $125,506
2012 -- $18,688 $5,602 $13,086
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Loretta Witt

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Loretta Witt

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (215) 264-3074

    19 in this area

    144 Total Sales

    Loretta Witt
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004037408

Bright MLS

APN: 124011800

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19144 Germantown

38 W Penn St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 38 W Penn St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 since 15 July 2012 and is currently estimated at $359,758, approximately $223 per square foot. This property was built in 1840. 38 W Penn St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including John B. Kelly School, Martin Luther King High School, and John Wister Elementary School.

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