NOT LISTED FOR SALE

640 Wharton St Philadelphia, PA 19147

Dickinson Square West Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $581,000 - $622,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,040 Sq Ft
$294/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 29, 2013

Last sale price $320,000 $157 Per Sq Ft

Est. 87% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,925/month

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Living Room
  • Central Air
  • No HOA
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1-minute walk to Gold Star Park

About This Home

As of January 2013

A beautifully rehabbed 3-story 15.5x71.25 lot size, interior 2040 SF. located on a tree-lined st right across from Coldstar Park. Plenty of street parking because of the park on the other side, no residents on the park side competing for parking space. 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Hardwood floor through out, new wiring, new plumbing, Central AC etc. 1st fl: open floor plan, welcoming living room area, dining room area then modern kitchen with granite countertop, stainless appliances,double sink, a bar and an island. There is a powder room on the 1st fl. 2nd fl: hallway full bath and 3 bedrooms all with closets and plenty of lights. 3rd fl: Master bedroom ensuite, double-sink granite vanity, jacuuzi tub and a stall shower. It's your personal oasis! Basement: washer and dryer. It also has a full size backyard. This house has perfect layout, amazing touch and everything on your dream list. Awaits your visit. You will fall in love and you can move right in!Owner filed the 10-year tax abatement.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jenny Pu

Target Realty Listed on: 12/01/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Deb Stanitz

Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill License #L2079389

Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $779

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 1,104 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x71

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,040 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Basement

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Philadelphia Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 268
  • Assessor Parcel Number 012001800

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$779

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Remarks Public: A beautifully rehabbed 3-story 15.5x71.25 lot size, interior 2040 SF. located on a tree-lined st right across from Coldstar Park. Plenty of street parking because of the park on the other side, no residents on the park side competing for parking space. 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Hardwood floor through out, new wiring, new plumbing, Central AC etc. 1st fl: open floor plan, welcoming living room area, dining room area then modern kitchen with granite countertop, stainless appliances,double sink, a bar and an island. There is a powder room on the 1st fl. 2nd fl: hallway full bath and 3 bedrooms all with closets and plenty of lights. 3rd fl: Master bedroom ensuite, double-sink granite vanity, jacuuzi tub and a stall shower. It's your personal oasis! Basement: washer and dryer. It also has a full size backyard. This house has perfect layout, amazing touch and everything on your dream list. Awaits your visit. You will fall in love and you can move right in!Owner filed the 10-year tax abatement.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2040
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2040
  • Net Sq Ft: 2040.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 159.80
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2040
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 640

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

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: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • 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: 6747.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 1509.00
  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 16X71
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1104.00
  • Zoning: R10A

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 877558
  • Tax Annual Amount: 779.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 012001800
  • Tax Lot: 268
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 01/29/2013

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2012
Closed on
Jan 29, 2013
Sold by
Lu Wenhui
Bought by
Lipman Jonathan and Kasturirangan Aarati
Seller's Agent
Jenny Pu
Target Realty
Buyer's Agent
Deb Stanitz
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$326,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-1.84%
Current Estimated Value
$597,910

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$277,910
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.96%
Original Mortgage
$304,000
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2012
Sold by
Scherer Frank Joseph and Wells Fargo Bank
Bought by
Lu Wenhui

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 1989
Bought by
Scherer Donna and Scherer Frank J
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
Lipman Jonathan $320,000 None Available
Lu Wenhui $85,000 None Available
Scherer Donna -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kasturirangan Jonathan $100,000
Open Lipman Jonathan $258,000
Closed Lipman Jonathan $304,000
Previous Owner Scherer Frank Joseph $203,065
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/29/2013 01/29/13 Sold $320,000 -1.8% $157 / Sq Ft
12/28/2012 12/28/12 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2012 12/01/12 For Sale $326,000 -- $160 / 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 $7,818 $544,300 $108,860 $435,440
2024 $7,818 $544,300 $108,860 $435,440
2023 $3,252 $558,500 $111,700 $446,800
2022 $2,264 $232,336 $111,700 $120,636
2021 $2,264 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,264 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,993 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,852 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,852 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,515 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,340 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $320,000 $20,100 $299,900
2012 -- $8,256 $1,509 $6,747
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Jenny Pu

    Target Realty

    (267) 253-5388

    2 Total Sales

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  • Deb Stanitz

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Deb Stanitz

    Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

    (267) 235-7028

    64 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004174692

Bright MLS

APN: 012001800

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19147 Dickinson Square West

640 Wharton St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 640 Wharton St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 since 01 December 2012 and is currently estimated at $600,074, approximately $294 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 640 Wharton St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Kirkbride Eliza B School, Furness Horace High School, and St. Casimir School.

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