Seller's Agent in 2014
Jeff Block
Compass RE
(215) 833-7088
37 in this area
482 Total Sales
4425 Osage Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104
Spruce Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $725,000 - $1,083,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,665
Sq Ft
$513/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Baltimore Avenue And 45Th Street
- 1 Fireplace
- Penn Alexander School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Spruce Hill Bird Sanctuary
About This Home
As of July 2014Renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath contemporary home on a beautiful block in the Penn Alexander Catchment. Light-filled and pristine with a huge landscaped brick patio and yard. One of the larger yards in University City. 2-car PARKING (garage and driveway). Hardwood floors throughout. Open living area with 11' ceiling and a full wall of floor to ceiling glass, including sliders, out to the brick patio and rear garden. Front garden as well. Renovated and open kitchen and a bright dining area. 3 bedrooms, great storage, great living space. This home has been upgraded to the hilt, with just about new everything--high-end, energy efficient windows throughout, roof, regraded rear yard, kitchen, baths, and more. Close to $150,000 in upgrades. Located on a lovely tree-lined block. Walk to Clark Park, Farmers Market, Penn Alexander School, Coffee Market, Green Line Cafe, Local 44 and Bottle Shop, Pop Shop, Honest Tom's Tacos, Milk & Honey, Marigold Kitchen, Baltimore Avenue's Restaurant Row and more. HUP, Penn, University of the Sciences. 10 minutes to Rittenhouse Square by car and plenty of convenient SEPTA options. Tremendous opportunity in the Penn Alexander Catchment (2 years in a row, all Kindergarten registrants offered spots. For the coming year, no Lottery. All registrants have spots).
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,662
Year Built
- Built in 1962 | Remodeled in 2007
Lot Details
- 2,053 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 19x110
- South Facing Home
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,665 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Home Security System
- Laundry on lower level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Patio
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- University City Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 181
- Assessor Parcel Number 272058100
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 8, 2014
Closed on
Jul 14, 2014
Sold by
Rak Susanna C and The Declaration Of Trust Of Su
Bought by
Maier Mary G and Maier Andrew W
Seller's Agent
Jeff Block
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Lebow
Compass RE
List Price
$472,500
Sold Price
$462,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.12%
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
$362,160
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.63%
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Interest Rate
4.18%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2014
Sold by
Rak Ibor and Rak Susanna
Bought by
Rak Susanna C and Susanna C Rak Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 26, 2005
Sold by
Brooks Rubin Brad A and Brooks Rubin Liana
Bought by
Rak Ihor and Rak Susanna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2003
Sold by
Castel Amanda D and Castel Guillaume G
Bought by
Brooks Rubin Brad A and Brooks Rubin Liana
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$259,200
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2001
Sold by
Cox James Lee
Bought by
Castel Amanda D and Castel Guillaume G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$193,200
Interest Rate
7.21%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maier Mary G | $462,500 | None Available | |
| Rak Susanna C | -- | Old Republic Title | |
| Rak Ihor | $380,000 | -- | |
| Brooks Rubin Brad A | $324,000 | -- | |
| Castel Amanda D | $184,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Maier Mary G | $335,600 | |
| Closed | Maier Mary G | $384,000 | |
| Closed | Maier Mary G | $7,500 | |
| Closed | Maier Mary G | $416,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Rak Susanna | $272,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Rak Ihor | $304,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brooks Bubin Brad A | $81,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Brooks Rubin Brad A | $259,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Castel Amanda D | $193,200 | |
| Closed | Brooks Rubin Brad A | $48,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2014 07/15/14 | Sold | $462,500 | -2.1% | $278 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2014 05/18/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2014 05/08/14 | For Sale | $472,500 | -- | $284 / 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 | $14,694 | $780,800 | $156,100 | $624,700 |
| 2024 | $14,694 | $780,800 | $156,100 | $624,700 |
| 2023 | $8,435 | $1,049,700 | $209,940 | $839,760 |
| 2022 | $7,315 | $1,004,700 | $209,940 | $794,760 |
| 2021 | $7,945 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $7,945 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $7,647 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $6,575 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,575 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $6,155 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $4,662 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $347,900 | $60,962 | $286,938 |
| 2012 | -- | $43,232 | $3,914 | $39,318 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Jennifer Lebow
Compass RE
(610) 308-5973
118 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: 1003625927
APN: 272058100
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