NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5242 Walton Ave Philadelphia, PA 19143

Cobbs Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $249,000 - $428,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,920 Sq Ft
$187/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 12, 2017

Last sale price $145,000 $76 Per Sq Ft

Est. 148% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,233/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Baltimore Avenue And 53Rd Street
  • Bay Window
  • Porch
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Patio

About This Home

As of May 2017

INVESTOR OR SWEAT-EQUITY SPECIAL! For the savvy investor or owner occupant looking to restore their own home, 5242 Walton is a sweet find. This large classic West Philly home maintains several coveted original features such as a vestibule entrance with raised wood paneling and hex tile floor, beautiful original hardwoods in living/dining area with wood inlay, decorative fireplace with mantel and vintage tile facade, spacious first floor with 9' ceilings, gorgeous original staircase, upper front and lower side bay windows, built-in first-floor window seat with storage. Four big bedrooms upstairs and over 1,900 square feet in the house. Generous outdoor space with a covered front porch and a light-filled back yard. The home is in need of upgrades/renovations throughout. New roof was put on last month. Home is being sold in AS-IS condition regardless of inspection contingency and priced accordingly. Cash preferred.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Clark

Compass RE Listed on: 04/14/2017

Compass RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Cui

EXP Realty, LLC

EXP Realty, LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,320

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 1,975 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20x100

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,920 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Non-Functioning Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • West Philadelphia Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 112
  • Assessor Parcel Number 462084700

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,320

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Remarks Public: INVESTOR OR SWEAT-EQUITY SPECIAL! For the savvy investor or owner occupant looking to restore their own home, 5242 Walton is a sweet find. This large classic West Philly home maintains several coveted original features such as a vestibule entrance with raised wood paneling and hex tile floor, beautiful original hardwoods in living/dining area with wood inlay, decorative fireplace with mantel and vintage tile facade, spacious first floor with 9' ceilings, gorgeous original staircase, upper front and lower side bay windows, built-in first-floor window seat with storage. Four big bedrooms upstairs and over 1,900 square feet in the house. Generous outdoor space with a covered front porch and a light-filled back yard. The home is in need of upgrades/renovations throughout. New roof was put on last month. Home is being sold in AS-IS condition regardless of inspection contingency and priced accordingly. Cash preferred.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace Features: Non-Functioning
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 8
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1920
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1920
  • Net Sq Ft: 1920.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 72.86
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1920
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5242

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Exterior Lighting
  • Roof: Flat
  • 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
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 80155.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 14145.00
  • Land Use Code: H30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 20X100
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1975.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Zoning: RSA3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1216837
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1320.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 462084700
  • Tax Lot: 112
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 05/12/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2017
Closed on
May 12, 2017
Sold by
Shezal Investment Inc
Bought by
Bennicelli Jeannette and Bennicelli Dana Marie Bennicelli
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Clark
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Eric Cui
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
3.65%
Current Estimated Value
$359,017

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$214,017
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.11%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2017
Closed on
Mar 17, 2017
Sold by
Shezai Investments Llc
Bought by
Sacks Barton
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Clark
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Eric Cui
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
3.65%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2017
Sold by
Whitfield Virginia and Finance Of America Reverse Llc
Bought by
Shezai Investments Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1991
Bought by
Caldwell Virginia and Caldwell Whitfield
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
Bennicelli Jeannette $145,000 Title Services
Sacks Barton $200,000 None Available
Shezai Investments Inc $99,000 None Available
Caldwell Virginia -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Caldwell Virginia W $139,990
Previous Owner Caldwell Virginia W $125,500
Previous Owner Whitfield Virginia W $90,000
Previous Owner Whitfield Virginia $2,526
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/12/2017 05/12/17 Sold $145,000 +3.6% $76 / Sq Ft
04/15/2017 04/15/17 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2017 04/14/17 For Sale $139,900 -- $73 / 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 $3,360 $300,700 $60,140 $240,560
2024 $3,360 $300,700 $60,140 $240,560
2023 $3,360 $240,000 $48,000 $192,000
2022 $1,655 $195,000 $48,000 $147,000
2021 $2,284 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,284 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,203 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,320 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,320 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,320 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,577 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $117,700 $12,442 $105,258
2012 -- $11,744 $2,772 $8,972
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Elizabeth Clark

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Elizabeth Clark

    Compass RE

    (610) 324-9860

    126 Total Sales

    Elizabeth Clark
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  • Eric Cui

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Eric Cui

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (484) 240-9804

    5 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Eric Cui
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003245339

Bright MLS

APN: 462084700

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19143 Cobbs Creek

5242 Walton Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 5242 Walton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 since 14 April 2017 and is currently estimated at $359,017, approximately $186 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 5242 Walton Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Avery D. Harrington School, William L. Sayre High School, and Global Leadership Academy Charter School Southwest.

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