NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $651,000 - $733,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,028 Sq Ft
$344/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 08, 2021

Last sale price $620,000 $306 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,125/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Wooded Lot
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 4-minute walk to Weccacoe Playground

About This Home

As of October 2021

This charming 3-story brick townhome is waiting for you today! Nestled in the heart of Queen Village, this historic home was built in 1915 on the site of the former Sunshine Elementary School and was also the childhood home of Chubby Checker! This home offers 3 beds and 2.5 baths across 2,028 finished sq ft and includes an amazing rooftop deck offering spectacular skyline views. The main floor is a wonderfully open space that situates the living room, kitchen, and dining area- perfect for entertaining. The living room has gleaming hardwood floors and recessed lighting. Proceed to the eat-in kitchen with cherry wood cabinets, light fixtures, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, and tile floors. A convenient half bath finishes off the main level. The hardwood floors continue to the second and third levels of the home. On the second floor, you will find two bedrooms with great natural light, ample closet space, and shared access to the full hall bath. On the third floor, you’ll walk into a sizable primary bedroom with large closet, extra living space, exposed brick wall, and a luxurious ensuite bath with double vanity, whirlpool tub and a separate shower. Make your way up the third floor stairs to your spacious rooftop deck with TREX flooring offering fantastic city skyline views! Downstairs, the unfinished basement adds a huge amount of practical storage. A laundry area is located down here as well. The door off the kitchen leads out to a cozy patio. Living at 537 Christian St, you’ll be located close to some of the city’s best attractions like the local Farmer’s Market, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and Society Hill’s Headhouse Square. There is a coffee shop right across the street and many restaurants and markets within blocks. There is also easy access to the main highways and a very easy commute into Center City. This is an incredible home in an ideal location. Schedule an appointment today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephan Sitzai

(215) 688-7516 stephan.sitzai@houwzer.com Houwzer, LLC License #2322301 Listed on: 07/08/2021

Houwzer, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Logiudice

(503) 679-4097 sarah.logiudice@compass.com Compass RE License #RS328030

Compass RE

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,028

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 820 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 17.83 x 46.00
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,028 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Attic Fan
  • Exterior Cameras
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 239
  • Assessor Parcel Number 022105900

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Queen Village Subdivision

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,028

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Furniture/Artwork, roof deck furniture is negotiable.
  • Inclusions: Clothes Dryer, Clothes Washer, Cooktop / Stove / Range / Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Built In Microwave, Ceiling Fans, Shades / Blinds, Drapery / Curtain Rods
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3
  • Expected On Market: 2021-07-08
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Attic/House Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Whirlpool/Hottub
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 1, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2028
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2028
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 320.02
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2028
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Fiber Cement
  • Exterior Features: Bbq Grill, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Smoke Detector
  • 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 Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 260779.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 98421.00
  • Lot Features: Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 17.83 x 46.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 820.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Deck(s), Roof
  • Zoning: RM1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 887149
  • School Tax: 2759.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5028.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 022105900
  • Tax Lot: 239
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2021
Closed on
Sep 29, 2021
Sold by
John Leahy
Bought by
Novack Benjamin and Martin Lindsey Evans
Seller's Agent
Stephan Sitzai
Houwzer, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Logiudice
Compass RE
List Price
$685,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-9.49%
Current Estimated Value
$698,588

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$78,588
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.98%
Original Mortgage
$533,200
Interest Rate
2.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2009
Sold by
Major Marcellus and Major Ludeese
Bought by
Leahy John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,000
Interest Rate
5.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2008
Sold by
Major Levine
Bought by
Major Marcellus and Major Ludeese
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Novack Benjamin $620,000 Commonground Abstract
Leahy John $310,000 None Available
Major Marcellus -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Novack Benjamin $533,200
Previous Owner Leahy John $279,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/08/2021 10/08/21 Sold $620,000 -4.5% $306 / Sq Ft
09/02/2021 09/02/21 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2021 08/20/21 Price Changed $649,000 -5.3% $320 / Sq Ft
07/08/2021 07/08/21 For Sale $685,000 -- $338 / 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 $5,615 $561,800 $112,360 $449,440
2024 $5,615 $561,800 $112,360 $449,440
2023 $5,615 $401,100 $80,220 $320,880
2022 $4,398 $356,100 $80,220 $275,880
2021 $5,028 $0 $0 $0
2020 $5,028 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,640 $0 $0 $0
2018 $5,294 $0 $0 $0
2017 $5,294 $0 $0 $0
2016 $4,874 $0 $0 $0
2015 $4,666 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $378,200 $19,438 $358,762
2012 -- $23,232 $4,785 $18,447
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2005330

Bright MLS

APN: 022105900