NOT LISTED FOR SALE

605 E Mechanic St Philadelphia, PA 19144

East Germantown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $108,000 - $164,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
960 Sq Ft
$142/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 13, 2015

Last sale price $37,900 $39 Per Sq Ft

Est. 260% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $859/month

151 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Living Room
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Laundry Room
  • 4-minute walk to Waterview Recreation Center

About This Home

As of May 2015

Price reduction!!!!!This property is a diamond in the rough, all you need to do is ad your decor touches. All of your major components like the plumbing, electric, heating, hot water are all up-to-date, with a newer kitchen and windows. This home is excellent for a first time home purchase or if your looking to have a rental income property. The area will get a rental of 700 a month. With the large back yard and extra lot you can feel like you have a detached home, nestled in a secluded peaceful street. This property and lot is located in historic Germantown, close to all major transportation, shopping areas, schools and recreation. This property listing includes side lot tax ID #592027915 address 607, this is a package deal and will be sold as a package (no exceptions).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brenda Jones

Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management License #RS305594 Listed on: 10/30/2014

Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management

Last Buyer's Agent

Steven Illg

RE/MAX Keystone

RE/MAX Keystone

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $437

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 1,040 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x65
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 960 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

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

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Germantown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 133
  • Assessor Parcel Number 592027800

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$437

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Attached Side Lot, 15x165, Washer And Dryer Are In As-In Condition
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Remarks Public: Price reduction!!!!!This property is a diamond in the rough, all you need to do is ad your decor touches. All of your major components like the plumbing, electric, heating, hot water are all up-to-date, with a newer kitchen and windows. This home is excellent for a first time home purchase or if your looking to have a rental income property. The area will get a rental of 700 a month. With the large back yard and extra lot you can feel like you have a detached home, nestled in a secluded peaceful street. This property and lot is located in historic Germantown, close to all major transportation, shopping areas, schools and recreation. This property listing includes side lot tax ID #592027915 address 607, this is a package deal and will be sold as a package (no exceptions).
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 960
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 960
  • Net Sq Ft: 960.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 39.48
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 960
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 605-607

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Flat
  • 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
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • 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: 24648.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 6552.00
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X65
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1040.00
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: R10A

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1319100
  • Tax Annual Amount: 437.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 592027800
  • Tax Lot: 133
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 05/13/2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2021
Sold by
Ekt Housing Llc
Bought by
Safe And Secure Housing 3 Llc
Current Estimated Value
$136,333

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,773,200
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 30, 2014
Closed on
Apr 17, 2015
Sold by
Jones Donald K and Jones Enid F
Bought by
Ekt Housing Llc
Seller's Agent
Brenda Jones
Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management
Buyer's Agent
Steven Illg
RE/MAX Keystone
List Price
$45,000
Sold Price
$37,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,100
-15.78%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2008
Sold by
Jones Donald K and Estate Of Arthur Wilkerson
Bought by
Jones Donald K and Jones Enid F
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
Ekt Housing Llc $25,900 Attorney
Jones Donald K -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ekt Housing Llc $343,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/13/2015 05/13/15 Sold $37,900 0.0% $39 / Sq Ft
03/30/2015 03/30/15 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2015 03/19/15 Price Changed $37,900 -5.0% $39 / Sq Ft
02/01/2015 02/01/15 Price Changed $39,900 -11.3% $42 / Sq Ft
10/30/2014 10/30/14 For Sale $45,000 -- $47 / 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 $1,396 $125,600 $25,120 $100,480
2024 $1,396 $125,600 $25,120 $100,480
2023 $1,396 $99,700 $19,940 $79,760
2022 $913 $99,700 $19,940 $79,760
2021 $913 $0 $0 $0
2020 $913 $0 $0 $0
2019 $554 $0 $0 $0
2018 $857 $0 $0 $0
2017 $857 $0 $0 $0
2016 $857 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $61,200 $6,552 $54,648
2012 -- $4,032 $805 $3,227
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Brenda Jones

    Liberty Bell Real Estate & Property Management

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  • Steven Illg

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Steven Illg

    RE/MAX

    (215) 718-4650

    97 Total Sales

    Steven Illg
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003136480

Bright MLS

APN: 592027800

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19144 East Germantown

605 E Mechanic St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 605 E Mechanic St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 since 30 October 2014 and is currently estimated at $136,333, approximately $142 per square foot. This property was built in 1964. 605 E Mechanic St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Martin Luther King High School, Mastery Charter School - Francis D. Pastorius Elemen, and Arise Academy Charter High School.

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