NOT LISTED FOR SALE

537 E Godfrey Ave Philadelphia, PA 19120

Lawncrest Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $199,000 - $225,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,156 Sq Ft
$187/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 05, 2021

Last sale price $176,000 $152 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,293/month

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Skylights
  • No HOA
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Crown Molding

About This Home

As of April 2021

Well maintained rowhome in Lawncrest on a beautiful tree-lined street features fresh paint throughout, new kitchen countertop, and fully upgraded bathroom just completed in Oct. 2020! Enter into the sun-filled enclosed porch/sunroom with beautiful 3-panel windows just replaced in 2019 along with the front door. Step up into the living room featuring recently replaced carpet and a decorative brick front fireplace . Walk straight through into the large dining room with new crown molding and ceiling fan. Finishing off the first floor is the kitchen featuring a BRAND NEW Samsung refrigerator (less than one month old!), built-in microwave and gas range. The 2nd floor features 3 nice sized bedrooms all with recently replaced carpet and new ceiling fans. The hall bathroom features a skylight and was just fully upgraded in Oct. 2020 with new crown molding, tile, vanity, mirror, re-glazed bathtub and linen-closet. Access to a clean, large and FULLY FINISHED basement from the dining room allows for extra living space, lots of storage, GE washer and dryer (less than 2 years old) , and back door leading to parking space and rear alley. The basement also features recessed lighting and dimmers! The garage was sealed off and converted to an additional storage space/laundry area. Conveniently located near US-1/Roosevelt Blvd for easy access to shopping, bars/restaurants, and public transportation! BONUS...SELLER WILL INCLUDE A ONE-YEAR HOME WARRANTY WITH FULL PRICE OFFER!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amber Edwards

(267) 269-3362 amberremaxrealtor@gmail.com RE/MAX Affiliates License #RS350597 Listed on: 01/25/2021

RE/MAX Affiliates

Last Buyer's Agent

Kenneth Young

(215) 681-5349 kennycy1962@comcast.net RE/MAX 2000

RE/MAX 2000

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,302

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 1,329 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16.01 x 83.00
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Side-by-Side
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,156 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Upgraded Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • 1 Driveway Space
  • Alley Access
  • Off-Street Parking

Schools

  • Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
  • Samuel S. Fels High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 42
  • Assessor Parcel Number 351104300

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lawncrest Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,302

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Side-By-Side, Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Electric fireplace
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, A/C Window Units - all as-is, no monetary value
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2021-01-25
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Stove, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminated, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1156
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1156
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 151.38
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1156
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, Brick, Stone
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway, Alley
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electric Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
  • High School: SAMUEL S. FELS

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 78678.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 14322.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.01 x 83.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1329.00
  • Property Condition: Good, Very Good
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1102327
  • School Tax: 714.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1302.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 351104300
  • Tax Lot: 42
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 25, 2021
Closed on
Mar 27, 2021
Sold by
Thomas Cassandra and Estate Of Keith Thomas
Bought by
Smith Diana Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Amber Edwards
RE/MAX Affiliates
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Young
RE/MAX 2000
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$176,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.57%
Current Estimated Value
$215,861

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$39,861
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.56%
Original Mortgage
$166,611
Outstanding Balance
$149,776
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$66,085

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2001
Sold by
Thomas Keith
Bought by
Thomas Cassandra

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 1995
Sold by
Bagin Charles F and Bagin Charles F
Bought by
Thomas Keith
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
Smith Diana Elizabeth $176,000 Mutual Abstract Company
Thomas Cassandra -- --
Thomas Keith $40,600 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Diana Elizabeth $166,611
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/05/2021 04/05/21 Sold $176,000 +0.6% $152 / Sq Ft
02/06/2021 02/06/21 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2021 02/02/21 For Sale $175,000 0.0% $151 / Sq Ft
01/30/2021 01/30/21 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2021 01/25/21 For Sale $175,000 0.0% $151 / Sq Ft
01/24/2021 01/24/21 Price Changed $175,000 -- $151 / 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 $1,879 $204,400 $40,880 $163,520
2025 $1,879 $204,400 $40,880 $163,520
2024 $1,879 $204,400 $40,880 $163,520
2023 $1,879 $134,200 $26,840 $107,360
2022 $672 $89,200 $26,840 $62,360
2021 $1,302 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,302 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,250 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,268 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,268 $0 $0 $0
2016 $848 $0 $0 $0
2015 $812 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $90,600 $16,876 $73,724
2012 -- $11,456 $1,489 $9,967
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amber Edwards

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Amber Edwards

    RE/MAX

    (267) 269-3362

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Amber Edwards
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  • Kenneth Young

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Kenneth Young

    RE/MAX

    (215) 681-5349

    2 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Kenneth Young
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH977588

Bright MLS

APN: 351104300

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19120 Lawncrest

537 E Godfrey Ave, Philadelphia, PA

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