NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5211 Castor Ave Philadelphia, PA 19124

Frankford Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $289,000 - $386,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,295 Sq Ft
$142/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 31, 2014

Last sale price $109,000 $47 Per Sq Ft

Est. 198% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,979/month

Highlights

  • 0.1 Acre Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Victorian Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of July 2014

This is a stunning and impressive twin in desirable Northwood condition perfect for the buyer who wants to decorate to there liking. Elegant fireplace in formal living room. large eat in kitchen, formal dining room, french doors in both rooms, formal living room with fireplace, large enclosed sun room-porch. elegant staircase to second floor bedrooms and bath, third floor extra bedroom/bonus room with opportunity for 2nd full bath. Priced in strictly "as is" condition, this enormous property has incredible potential. enormous basement (plenty of storage) 3 story, large side and rear yard. large two car detached garage. Update: roof serviced Sept 2014. Seller will clear out any personal property prior to closing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vincent Dipentino

(215) 432-3535 VPD1224@aol.com DiPentino Real Estate Listed on: 12/04/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Samson Lors

(267) 972-3188 samsonlors@yahoo.com DDS Realty Group, LLC License #RS276930

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,341

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 4,184 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 36x115

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,295 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry on lower level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Northwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 231
  • Assessor Parcel Number 234193500

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,341

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2295
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2295
  • Net Sq Ft: 2295.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 52.51
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2295
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 2
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 110267.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 64433.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Dimensions: 36X115
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4184.00
  • Zoning: R4

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1025642
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2341.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 234193500
  • Tax Lot: 231
  • Tax Year: 2014

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2013
Closed on
Jul 28, 2014
Sold by
Estate Of William J Marczak
Bought by
Valdemar Claudette
Seller's Agent
Vincent Dipentino
DiPentino Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Samson Lors
DDS Realty Group, LLC
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$109,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,900
-27.28%
Current Estimated Value
$325,084

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$216,084
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.18%
Original Mortgage
$134,513
Outstanding Balance
$104,830
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$220,254

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 1967
Bought by
William J Marczak
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
Valdemar Claudette $110,000 None Available
William J Marczak -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Valdemar Claudette $134,513
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Sold $109,000 0.0% $47 / Sq Ft
06/03/2014 06/03/14 Off Market $109,000 -- --
06/02/2014 06/02/14 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2014 05/08/14 Price Changed $120,500 -1.6% $53 / Sq Ft
05/08/2014 05/08/14 Price Changed $122,500 -5.7% $53 / Sq Ft
04/21/2014 04/21/14 Price Changed $129,900 -3.7% $57 / Sq Ft
03/10/2014 03/10/14 Price Changed $134,900 -5.7% $59 / Sq Ft
01/14/2014 01/14/14 Price Changed $143,000 -4.6% $62 / Sq Ft
12/04/2013 12/04/13 For Sale $149,900 -- $65 / 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
2026 $3,229 $276,600 $55,320 $221,280
2025 $3,229 $276,600 $55,320 $221,280
2024 $3,229 $276,600 $55,320 $221,280
2023 $3,229 $230,700 $46,140 $184,560
2022 $1,767 $185,700 $46,140 $139,560
2021 $2,396 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,396 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,300 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,445 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,445 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,445 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,341 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $174,700 $64,433 $110,267
2012 -- $20,448 $4,329 $16,119
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Vincent Dipentino

    DiPentino Real Estate

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  • Samson Lors

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Samson Lors

    DDS Realty Group, LLC

    (267) 972-3188

    1 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Samson Lors
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003665046

Bright MLS

APN: 234193500

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19124 Frankford

5211 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA

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