NOT LISTED FOR SALE

538 W Chew Ave Philadelphia, PA 19120

Olney Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $153,000 - $218,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,700 Sq Ft
$115/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 28, 2015

Last sale price $75,000 $44 Per Sq Ft

Est. 161% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,146/month

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of May 2015

Twin straight thru duplex, one plus two, was separate electric, large twin owner occupied duplex, great for investor or home ownership, finished basement, easily converted back to single family, this duplex is priced to sell, act quickly won't last motivated sellers!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Fasy

(215) 206-8088 joe@fasyrealtors.com Joseph F X Fasy Realtors License #SB065114 Listed on: 04/11/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Scot Mentzer

(215) 605-7586 info@scotmentzer.com Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management License #RS307808

Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,550

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 2,437 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 22x112

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,700 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

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

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Olney Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 147
  • Assessor Parcel Number 612034600

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,550

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Remarks Public: Twin straight thru duplex, one plus two, was separate electric, large twin owner occupied duplex, great for investor or home ownership, finished basement, easily converted back to single family, this duplex is priced to sell, act quickly won't last motivated sellers!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1700
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1700
  • Net Sq Ft: 1700.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 50.00
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1700
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 538

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • 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
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • 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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 98399.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 17301.00
  • Land Use Code: H30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Dimensions: 22X112
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2437.00
  • Zoning: RSA3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1333748
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1550.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 612034600
  • Tax Lot: 147
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Close Date: 05/28/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2015
Closed on
May 28, 2015
Sold by
Hong Peter and Hong Mimi
Bought by
Tang Trong
Seller's Agent
Joseph Fasy
Joseph F X Fasy Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Scot Mentzer
Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management
List Price
$85,000
Sold Price
$75,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-11.76%
Current Estimated Value
$196,011

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$121,011
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.65%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2013
Sold by
Ko Young Sook
Bought by
Hong Peter and Hong Mimi

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 1988
Bought by
Ko Young Sook
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
Tang Trong $75,000 None Available
Hong Peter -- None Available
Ko Young Sook $29,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/28/2015 05/28/15 Sold $75,000 -11.8% $44 / Sq Ft
04/25/2015 04/25/15 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2015 04/11/15 For Sale $85,000 -- $50 / 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 $1,410 $142,500 $28,500 $114,000
2024 $1,410 $142,500 $28,500 $114,000
2023 $1,410 $100,700 $20,140 $80,560
2022 $1,050 $100,700 $20,140 $80,560
2021 $1,050 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,050 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,046 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,620 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,620 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,620 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,148 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $115,700 $17,301 $98,399
2012 -- $13,600 $2,557 $11,043
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joseph Fasy

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Joseph Fasy

    Joseph F X Fasy Realtors

    (215) 206-8088

    22 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Joseph Fasy
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  • Scot Mentzer

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Scot Mentzer

    Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management

    (215) 605-7586

    4 Total Sales

    Scot Mentzer
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002573374

Bright MLS

APN: 612034600

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19120 Olney

538 W Chew Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 538 W Chew Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120 since 11 April 2015 and is currently estimated at $196,011, approximately $115 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 538 W Chew Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including James R. Lowell Elementary School, Grover Washington Middle School, and Samuel Fels High School.

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