Seller's Agent in 2024
Ernest Tracy
BHHS Fox & Roach
(610) 662-3249
2 in this area
31 Total Sales
53 E Church Ln Philadelphia, PA 19144
East Germantown NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $209,000 - $278,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,699
Sq Ft
$141/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
- Straight Thru Architecture
- No HOA
- 3-minute walk to Market Square Park
About This Home
As of February 2024Located less than one block from the historic center of Germantown, Market Square, this late 19th century twin offers historic elements and modern conveniences. Featuring a traditional straight-through configuration, there are 4 rooms and a powder room on the first floor, 2 Bedrooms and 1 bath on the 2nd floor, and 2 bedrooms on the 3rd floor. From a modest but serviceable front porch, the entrance hallway allows entry to the living room, then to the rear of the dining area, and on to the office space connecting to the kitchen. There is a powder room located in the office area along with a large closet. In the kitchen, you will find a washer and dryer and enough space for a butcher block island or a small table and two chairs. From the kitchen, there is access to the private fenced side yard.
At the top of the stairway is the large 2nd-floor full bath and natural light from 3 windows. Featuring the original 19th-century flooring on the 2nd floor, towards the front of the house is the 2nd bedroom on the left followed by the main bedroom with a large closet overlooking Church Lane. Step back in time using the original stairway to reach the 3rd floor. The 3rd floor is comprised of two modest-sized bedrooms and a large hall storage closet.
Concerned about parking? There is a new concrete driveway for two cars to complement on-street parking. Recently installed fencing offers privacy and a small garden in the side yard .
With easy access to Uncle Bobby's Coffee, many of Germatown's historic sites, and SEPTA bus service on Germantown Ave, this house is in the proposed Germantown Urban District.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(215) 247-3750 sue.walsh@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #RS328236 Listed on: 12/13/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
(215) 866-0050 rachel@phillyhomegirls.com Elfant Wissahickon Realtors License #RS338589
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,933
Year Built
- Built in 1867
Lot Details
- 1,895 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 28.00 x 68.00
- Infill Lot
- South Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Extensive Hardscape
- Side Yard
- Property is in good condition
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Plaster Walls
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Stone Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Front Loading Dryer
- Front Loading Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Crawl Space
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- 2 Driveway Spaces
- On-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Germantown Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 159
- Assessor Parcel Number 122038900
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 27, 2017
Closed on
Aug 30, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Eleanore Alter
Winder Real Estate Inc
Buyer's Agent
Ernest Tracy
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$161,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,400
-12.66%
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
$78,882
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.56%
Original Mortgage
$127,000
Interest Rate
0.0396%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 1991
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 1894
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Interest Rate
0.0661%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $161,500 | None Available | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $210,000 | Class Abstract |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $127,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $210,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2024 02/02/24 | Sold | $210,000 | 0.0% | $124 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/13/2023 12/13/23 | For Sale | $210,000 | +30.0% | $124 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/30/2017 08/30/17 | Sold | $161,500 | -1.2% | $95 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/29/2017 07/29/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/30/2017 06/30/17 | Price Changed | $163,500 | -0.9% | $96 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/13/2017 06/13/17 | Price Changed | $165,000 | -5.7% | $97 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/10/2017 05/10/17 | Price Changed | $175,000 | -5.4% | $103 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/27/2017 04/27/17 | For Sale | $184,900 | -- | $109 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,272 | $190,900 | $38,180 | $152,720 |
| 2025 | $1,933 | $190,900 | $38,180 | $152,720 |
| 2024 | $1,933 | $190,900 | $38,180 | $152,720 |
| 2023 | $1,933 | $138,100 | $27,620 | $110,480 |
| 2022 | $606 | $93,100 | $27,620 | $65,480 |
| 2021 | $1,236 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,236 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,089 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,184 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,184 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,184 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,134 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $84,600 | $10,613 | $73,987 |
| 2012 | -- | $9,088 | $3,026 | $6,062 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ernest Tracy
-
Rachel Shaw
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Rachel Shaw
Elfant Wissahickon Realtors
(937) 475-1888
2 in this area
247 Total Sales
-
Eleanore Alter
E
Seller's Agent in 2017
Eleanore Alter
Winder Real Estate Inc
(215) 247-1000
3 in this area
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2303532
APN: 122038900
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