NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5831 Chester Ave Philadelphia, PA 19143

Kingsessing Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $147,000 - $279,599

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,650 Sq Ft
$116/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 11, 2019

Last sale price $125,000 $76 Per Sq Ft

Est. 54% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,156/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Chester Avenue And 58Th Street
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of December 2019

Location location location! This large 4bd twin is near everywhere you want to be. First, in addition to the 4 bedrooms, you are getting 1.5 baths as well. Your laundry is on the main level for convenience. Behind the kitchen is a large shed that provides access to the backyard with a deck. The basement is unfinished featuring sealed walls and an updated electrical box. Upstairs are 4 good sized bedrooms and a hallway bathroom. Outside you are across the street from a recreation center and public transportation. The only thing that is missing is YOU.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Griffin III

Niahda Real Estate License #AB068861 Listed on: 10/09/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Aaron Wallace

Keller Williams Main Line License #RS-0039927

Keller Williams Main Line

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,186

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 1,911 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 19.50 x 98.00

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,650 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Schools

  • Longstreth William Elementary School
  • Bartram John High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Municipal Trash

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 14
  • Assessor Parcel Number 401114700

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,186

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: window a/c, ceiling fans
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2019-10-09
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Remarks Public: Location location location! This large 4bd twin is near everywhere you want to be. First, in addition to the 4 bedrooms, you are getting 1.5 baths as well. Your laundry is on the main level for convenience. Behind the kitchen is a large shed that provides access to the backyard with a deck. The basement is unfinished featuring sealed walls and an updated electrical box. Upstairs are 4 good sized bedrooms and a hallway bathroom. Outside you are across the street from a recreation center and public transportation. The only thing that is missing is YOU.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1650
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1650
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 75.76
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1650
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 5831

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Spa: No
  • 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: No
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • Elementary School: LONGSTRETH WILLIAM
  • High School: BARTRAM JOHN
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: LONGSTRETH WILLIAM
  • High School: BARTRAM JOHN

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 71995.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 12705.00
  • Land Use Code: H30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 19.50 x 98.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1911.00
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: RSA3

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: 1156191
  • School Tax: 651.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1186.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 401114700
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1650
  • Tax Data Updated: Yes
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 12/11/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2019
Closed on
Nov 27, 2019
Sold by
Oliphant Anthony G and Oliphant Delois
Bought by
Wilson Shamika
Seller's Agent
George Griffin III
Niahda Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Wallace
Keller Williams Main Line
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$125,000
Current Estimated Value
$191,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,900
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.36%
Original Mortgage
$122,735
Outstanding Balance
$109,894
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$77,729

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 1982
Bought by
Oliphant Anthony G and Oliphant Delois
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
Wilson Shamika $125,000 Platinum Abstract Co Llc
Oliphant Anthony G $8,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wilson Shamika $6,219
Closed Wilson Shamika $4,715
Open Wilson Shamika $13,758
Open Wilson Shamika $122,735
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/11/2019 12/11/19 Sold $125,000 0.0% $76 / Sq Ft
10/22/2019 10/22/19 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2019 10/09/19 For Sale $125,000 -- $76 / 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 $1,356 $155,900 $31,180 $124,720
2024 $1,356 $155,900 $31,180 $124,720
2023 $1,356 $96,900 $19,300 $77,600
2022 $556 $51,900 $19,300 $32,600
2021 $1,186 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,186 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,095 $0 $0 $0
2018 $447 $0 $0 $0
2017 $866 $0 $0 $0
2016 $447 $0 $0 $0
2015 $427 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $61,900 $9,173 $52,727
2012 -- $7,424 $2,236 $5,188
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    George Griffin III

    Niahda Real Estate

    (215) 432-5832

    1 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    George Griffin III
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  • Aaron Wallace

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Aaron Wallace

    Keller Williams Main Line

    (610) 931-6396

    2 in this area

    92 Total Sales

    Aaron Wallace
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH838428

Bright MLS

APN: 401114700

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19143 Kingsessing

5831 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 5831 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 since 09 October 2019 and is currently estimated at $191,900, approximately $116 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 5831 Chester Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Mitchell Elementary, John Bartram High School, and Independence Charter School West.

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