NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4525 Locust St Philadelphia, PA 19139

Spruce Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $632,000 - $905,755

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
$328/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 20, 2012

Last sale price $457,500 $191 Per Sq Ft

Est. 72% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,181/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Penn Alexander School Rated A-
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Spruce Hill Bird Sanctuary

About This Home

As of July 2012

Beautifully updated & meticulously maintained 5 bedroom plus den, 2.5 bath Spruce Hill classic Victorian twin on a lovely, quiet block in the Penn Alexander Catchment (c.1907). A wonderful home with an open, fully renovated kitchen that is a true gathering space for friends & family alike. Warm in the winter, bright & light in the summer, this is a true eat-in cook's kitchen & the heart of the home. This home features significant original woodwork, hardwood floors, leaded glass, pocket door, high-ceilings, exposed brick, separate dining room/family/office area, nice outdoor space (front porch, small rear deck & patio), well proportioned bedrooms & baths, awesome finished attic space, large & dry basement. Wonderful Southern light, large upstairs laundry room. A most friendly, neighborly, & supportive block in University City. Great block spirit. Awesome location, within blocks of Clark Park, farmers market, great restaurants & coffee shops, UPenn, HUP & multiple SEPTA options. Only 10 minutes to Center City.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeff Block

(215) 833-7088 jeff@jeffcityblock.com Compass RE License #AB065556 Listed on: 01/30/2012

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicole Fisher

(610) 513-8385 nhfisher1@gmail.com Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone License #RS286497

Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,852

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Lot Details

  • 1,875 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20x94
  • South Facing Home
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,400 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Non-Functioning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Penn Alexander Elementary School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • University City Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 47
  • Assessor Parcel Number 461004500

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,852

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1907
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Non-Functioning
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • 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, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2400
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2400
  • Net Sq Ft: 2400.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 197.92
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2400
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 4525

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Radiator
  • 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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • Elementary School: PENN ALEXANDER SCHOOL
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • Elementary School: PENN ALEXANDER SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: H50
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 20X94
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1875.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Zoning: R9

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2852.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 461004500
  • Tax Lot: 47
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 07/20/2012

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2012
Closed on
Jul 20, 2012
Sold by
Chesluk Benjamin J and Staats Susannah C
Bought by
Mills Geoffrey D and Pierce Susan S
Seller's Agent
Jeff Block
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Fisher
Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$457,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,500
-3.68%
Current Estimated Value
$786,439

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$328,939
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.49%
Original Mortgage
$318,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2006
Sold by
Lower Anthony Patrick and Scott Nicholas
Bought by
Chesluk Benjamin J and Staats Susannah C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2002
Sold by
Lower Anthony Patrick
Bought by
Lower Anthony Patrick and Scott Nicholas

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 1999
Sold by
Snyder William J and Mahoney John B
Bought by
Lower Anthony Patrick
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
Mills Geoffrey D $457,500 None Available
Chesluk Benjamin J $425,000 None Available
Lower Anthony Patrick $30,386 --
Lower Anthony Patrick $99,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mills Geoffrey D $318,000
Previous Owner Chesluk Benjamin J $340,000
Previous Owner Lower Anthony Patrick $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2012 07/20/12 Sold $457,500 -3.7% $191 / Sq Ft
05/01/2012 05/01/12 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2012 03/05/12 For Sale $475,000 0.0% $198 / Sq Ft
02/07/2012 02/07/12 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2012 01/30/12 For Sale $475,000 -- $198 / 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 $12,336 $977,300 $195,460 $781,840
2024 $12,336 $977,300 $195,460 $781,840
2023 $12,336 $881,300 $176,260 $705,040
2022 $7,710 $836,300 $176,260 $660,040
2021 $8,340 $0 $0 $0
2020 $8,340 $0 $0 $0
2019 $8,040 $0 $0 $0
2018 $7,306 $0 $0 $0
2017 $7,306 $0 $0 $0
2016 $6,886 $0 $0 $0
2015 $3,791 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $312,900 $58,125 $254,775
2012 -- $30,240 $6,614 $23,626
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeff Block

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Jeff Block

    Compass RE

    (215) 833-7088

    38 in this area

    453 Total Sales

    Jeff Block
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  • Nicole Fisher

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Nicole Fisher

    Weichert, Realtors - Cornerstone

    (610) 513-8385

    7 Total Sales

    Nicole Fisher
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003829424

Bright MLS

APN: 461004500

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19139 Spruce Hill

4525 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 4525 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 since 30 January 2012 and is currently estimated at $786,439, approximately $327 per square foot. This property was built in 1907. 4525 Locust St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Penn Alexander School, West Philadelphia High School, and KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS.

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