NOT LISTED FOR SALE

839 N Lawrence St Philadelphia, PA 19123

Northern Liberties Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $574,000 - $738,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,650 Sq Ft
$391/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 20, 2015

Last sale price $245,000 $148 Per Sq Ft

Est. 163% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,811/month

Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • 3-minute walk to Orianna Hill Park

About This Home

As of August 2015

This large home is situated on one of the most desirable blocks in Norther Liberties. It features an abundance of living space and a huge lot which includes the rear parcel located at 846 N. Leithgow Street. Possible off street parking. Home needs complete renovation but is surrounded by new construction.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tobias Biddle

(215) 432-8000 biddle.tobias@gmail.com Quality Real Estate-Broad St License #RM050948A Listed on: 07/01/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Orlando Martinez Jr

(267) 236-2203 orlandojrsells@gmail.com Quality Real Estate-Broad St

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,074

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 1,360 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 15x91
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is in below average condition

Home Design

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,650 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Private Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 60 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Northern Liberties Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Assessor Parcel Number 056215300

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,074

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1650
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1650
  • Net Sq Ft: 1650.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 169.64
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1650
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Pitched
  • 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: 1
  • Parking Features: Private

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Electric Service: 60 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • 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

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 244028.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 59972.00
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Dimensions: 15X91
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1360.00
  • Property Condition: Below Average
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 908761
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4074.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 056215300
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2015
Closed on
Aug 20, 2015
Sold by
Weiss Stephen P
Bought by
Pfeiffer Robert W
Seller's Agent
Tobias Biddle
Quality Real Estate-Broad St
Buyer's Agent
Orlando Martinez Jr
Quality Real Estate-Broad St
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,900
-12.47%
Current Estimated Value
$645,287

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$400,287
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.96%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2015
Closed on
Jun 29, 2015
Sold by
Camp Caroline and Estate Of Catherine Seward
Bought by
Weiss Stephen P
Seller's Agent
Tobias Biddle
Quality Real Estate-Broad St
Buyer's Agent
Orlando Martinez Jr
Quality Real Estate-Broad St
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,900
-12.47%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 1965
Bought by
Catherine Seward
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
Pfeiffer Robert W $245,000 None Available
Weiss Stephen P $120,000 None Available
Catherine Seward -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/20/2015 08/20/15 Sold $245,000 -12.5% $148 / Sq Ft
07/27/2015 07/27/15 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2015 07/01/15 For Sale $279,900 -- $170 / 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 $5,191 $669,000 $133,800 $535,200
2024 $5,191 $669,000 $133,800 $535,200
2023 $5,191 $572,300 $114,460 $457,840
2022 $5,296 $370,850 $114,460 $256,390
2021 $5,296 $0 $0 $0
2020 $5,296 $0 $0 $0
2019 $5,114 $0 $0 $0
2018 $4,941 $0 $0 $0
2017 $4,255 $0 $0 $0
2016 $4,255 $0 $0 $0
2015 $529 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $304,000 $59,972 $244,028
2012 -- $21,280 $4,951 $16,329
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tobias Biddle

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Tobias Biddle

    Quality Real Estate-Broad St

    (215) 432-8000

    1 in this area

    170 Total Sales

    Tobias Biddle
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  • Orlando Martinez Jr

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Orlando Martinez Jr

    Quality Real Estate-Broad St

    (267) 236-2203

    34 Total Sales

    Orlando Martinez Jr
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1002647322

Bright MLS

APN: 056215300

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19123 Northern Liberties

839 N Lawrence St, Philadelphia, PA

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