NOT LISTED FOR SALE

815 Herschel Rd Philadelphia, PA 19116

Somerton Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $398,000 - $563,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,869 Sq Ft
$251/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 24, 2017

Last sale price $270,000 $144 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,961/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2017

Stately home on one of the most desirable streets in Olde Somerton in need of updating; beautiful hardwood floors throughout; huge rear yard; elegant entry foyer featuring turned staircase with woodwork not found in homes today; living room with fireplace (needs repair) and two doors leading to a covered patio and open air deck overlooking the yard; four large bedrooms including a master bedroom with master bathroom and walk-in closet; finished and unfinished attic space for storage; full walkout basement; with some vision and sweat equity this home can be brought back to it's proud origins...

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniel McCloskey

RE/MAX Properties - Newtown License #AB050673L Listed on: 05/07/2017

RE/MAX Properties - Newtown

Last Buyer's Agent

Elton Celaj

RE/MAX One Realty

RE/MAX One Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,630

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 6,612 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 116x57
  • Level Lot
  • Property is in below average condition
  • Property is zoned RSD1

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,869 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Unfinished Basement

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

Parking

  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • George Washington High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Somerton Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 26
  • Assessor Parcel Number 583071200

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,630

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Remarks Public: Stately home on one of the most desirable streets in Olde Somerton in need of updating; beautiful hardwood floors throughout; huge rear yard; elegant entry foyer featuring turned staircase with woodwork not found in homes today; living room with fireplace (needs repair) and two doors leading to a covered patio and open air deck overlooking the yard; four large bedrooms including a master bedroom with master bathroom and walk-in closet; finished and unfinished attic space for storage; full walkout basement; with some vision and sweat equity this home can be brought back to it's proud origins...
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1869
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1869
  • Net Sq Ft: 1869.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 149.28
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1869
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 815

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 3
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Gas, Radiator
  • 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
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • High School: GEORGE WASHINGTON
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • High School: GEORGE WASHINGTON

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 181510.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 77790.00
  • Land Use Code: B36
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 116X57
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6612.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: RSD1

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1315025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3630.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 583071200
  • Tax Lot: 26
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 05/24/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2017
Closed on
May 18, 2017
Sold by
Aptowicz Bruce S
Bought by
Belulaj Agim and Belulaj Majlinda
Seller's Agent
Daniel McCloskey
RE/MAX Properties - Newtown
Buyer's Agent
Elton Celaj
RE/MAX One Realty
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-3.23%
Current Estimated Value
$469,439

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$199,439
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.46%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 1979
Bought by
Bruce Saptowicz and Bruce Maureen
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
Belulaj Agim $270,000 Alpert Abstract Llc
Bruce Saptowicz $75,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Belulaj Agim $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/24/2017 05/24/17 Sold $270,000 -3.2% $144 / Sq Ft
05/08/2017 05/08/17 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2017 05/07/17 For Sale $279,000 -- $149 / 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 $4,839 $407,800 $81,560 $326,240
2024 $4,839 $407,800 $81,560 $326,240
2023 $4,839 $345,700 $69,100 $276,600
2022 $3,431 $300,700 $69,100 $231,600
2021 $4,061 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,061 $0 $0 $0
2019 $3,889 $0 $0 $0
2018 $3,630 $0 $0 $0
2017 $3,630 $0 $0 $0
2016 $3,630 $0 $0 $0
2015 $3,073 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $259,300 $106,453 $152,847
2012 -- $43,776 $17,840 $25,936
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Daniel McCloskey

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Daniel McCloskey

    RE/MAX

    (215) 669-8333

    5 in this area

    158 Total Sales

    Daniel McCloskey
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Elton Celaj

    RE/MAX

    (215) 266-7016

    2 in this area

    61 Total Sales

    Elton Celaj
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003652539

Bright MLS

APN: 583071200

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19116 Somerton

815 Herschel Rd, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 815 Herschel Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19116 since 07 May 2017 and is currently estimated at $469,439, approximately $251 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 815 Herschel Rd is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Watson Comly School, CCA Baldi Middle School, and George Washington High School.

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