Seller's Agent in 2020
Rachel Shaw
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
(937) 475-1888
5 in this area
259 Total Sales
4701 Sheldon St Philadelphia, PA 19127
Manayunk NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $370,667 - $453,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,542
Sq Ft
$260/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- Wainscoting
- Craftsman Architecture
- No HOA
- 3-minute walk to Hillside Recreation Center
About This Home
As of April 2020Stop your frantic Zillow searching. 4701 Sheldon is your next home! Complete with a welcoming front porch, side porch and private back garden, this home is an outdoor lovers dream. But the charm doesn't stop at the exterior. Inside arched doorways, original wood floors and beautiful Craftsman millwork are a few of the striking aspects of this well-kept home. Being an end unit, this home is also bathed in warm natural light from 3 sides of windows. On the first floor you'll find 10 foot ceilings and an open layout with the living room and dining room, flowing naturally into the large updated kitchen. A freshly revamped main floor laundry/bonus room opens out into the backyard. This layout makes entertaining a breeze with plenty of space for a full size dining room table, an ample kitchen island and a first floor half bath. Upstairs are 3 bright bedrooms with warm hardwood floors and a generous full bathroom with a tub and white tile. The unfinished basement offers lots of additional storage. Conveniently located within a 10 minute walk to the Schuylkill river trail and the Ivy Ridge train station, as well as main street Manayunk. Walk to brunch at Winnie's, enjoy margaritas at Taqueria Feliz, take a breather and hike the many trails in the Wissahickon. However you spend your time, 4701 Sheldon is the perfect place to call home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(937) 475-1888 rachel@phillyhomegirls.com Elfant Wissahickon Realtors Listed on: 03/09/2020
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,134
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 2,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 23.78 x 88.29
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 1,542 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Wainscoting
- Ceiling Fan
- Dining Area
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Manayunk Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 67
- Assessor Parcel Number 211527500
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 9, 2020
Closed on
Apr 14, 2020
Sold by
Rafter Brian C and Rafter Katonah D
Bought by
Groh Michael C and Groh Valerie W
Seller's Agent
Rachel Shaw
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Clark
Compass RE
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$292,500
Premium/Discount to List
$17,500
6.36%
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
$108,917
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.96%
Original Mortgage
$263,250
Outstanding Balance
$232,317
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$169,100
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 31, 2016
Closed on
Sep 8, 2016
Sold by
Hammond Michael E and Mertz Jessica M
Bought by
Rafter Brian C and Rafter Katonah D
Seller's Agent
Cecile Steinriede
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
Buyer's Agent
Deb Stanitz
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$289,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.34%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.33%
Original Mortgage
$260,100
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2010
Sold by
Schwanhausser Roger J and Schwanhausser Carol L
Bought by
Hammond Michael E and Mertz Jessica A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$259,998
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2008
Sold by
Piccone Marcia A
Bought by
Schwanhausser Roger J and Schwanhausser Carol L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,625
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2005
Sold by
Desper Phillip and Desper Jo Ann Ervin
Bought by
Piccione Marcia A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groh Michael C | $292,500 | H&H Settlement Services Llc | |
| Rafter Brian C | $289,000 | Northwest Abstract Co Inc | |
| Hammond Michael E | $263,500 | None Available | |
| Schwanhausser Roger J | $222,500 | None Available | |
| Piccione Marcia A | $210,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Groh Michael C | $263,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Rafter Brian C | $260,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Hammond Michael E | $259,998 | |
| Previous Owner | Schwanhausser Roger J | $144,625 | |
| Previous Owner | Piccione Marcia A | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2020 04/17/20 | Sold | $292,500 | +6.4% | $190 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/16/2020 03/16/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/09/2020 03/09/20 | For Sale | $275,000 | -4.8% | $178 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/08/2016 09/08/16 | Sold | $289,000 | 0.0% | $193 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/20/2016 07/20/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/07/2016 06/07/16 | Price Changed | $289,000 | -3.3% | $193 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/31/2016 05/31/16 | For Sale | $299,000 | -- | $199 / 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 | $3,961 | $330,200 | $66,040 | $264,160 |
| 2024 | $3,961 | $330,200 | $66,040 | $264,160 |
| 2023 | $3,961 | $283,000 | $56,600 | $226,400 |
| 2022 | $3,504 | $238,000 | $56,600 | $181,400 |
| 2021 | $4,134 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,134 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,989 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,021 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,021 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,601 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,490 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $215,800 | $39,261 | $176,539 |
| 2012 | -- | $18,784 | $4,689 | $14,095 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rachel Shaw
-
Elizabeth Clark
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Elizabeth Clark
Compass RE
(610) 324-9860
1 in this area
122 Total Sales
-
Cecile Steinriede
Seller's Agent in 2016
Cecile Steinriede
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
(215) 880-2726
1 in this area
92 Total Sales
-
Deb Stanitz
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Deb Stanitz
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
(267) 235-7028
5 in this area
63 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH881036
APN: 211527500
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