NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8531 Castor Ave Philadelphia, PA 19152

Rhawnhurst Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $301,000 - $344,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,047 Sq Ft
$305/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 22, 2013

Last sale price $149,900 $143 Per Sq Ft

Est. 113% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,012/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rambler Architecture
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of July 2013

Freshly Painted and hardwood is abundant. Enter into the spacious living room with triple window and recessed lighting. The adjoining dining room features a mirrored wall. The modern Kitchen offers ample cabinets and counters and has new stove, microwave and dishwasher. The master bedroom has a private bath. The large finished basement and garage complete this wonderful home.Owner Occupants qualify for Home Warranty incentive up to $500.Buyer Responsible To Order U&O, And For Any Repairs. Earnest deposit in certified funds. Buyer to pay ALL transfer tax.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Teitelman

Hampton Preferred Real Estate Inc License #RM419948 Listed on: 04/27/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Boimstein

Dome Real Estate International License #TREND:50922

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,239

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 4,411 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 28x155

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,047 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry on lower level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2.5 Bathrooms

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 73
  • Assessor Parcel Number 562409800

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,239

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1047
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1047
  • Net Sq Ft: 1047.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 138.40
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1047
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level 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 Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces Count: 1
  • Parking Features: Street
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: On Street, Driveway, Attached Garage

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: 18002.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 4910.00
  • Land Use Code: K10
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Dimensions: 28X155
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4411.00
  • Zoning: R5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1295769
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2239.0
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 562409800
  • Tax Lot: 73
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Close Date: 07/22/2013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2013
Closed on
Jun 26, 2013
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Gershkovich Yury and Shapiro Rena
Seller's Agent
David Teitelman
Hampton Preferred Real Estate Inc
Buyer's Agent
Mark Boimstein
Dome Real Estate International
List Price
$144,900
Sold Price
$149,900
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
3.45%
Current Estimated Value
$319,569

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$169,669
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.11%
Original Mortgage
$112,425
Outstanding Balance
$83,228
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$223,824

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2012
Sold by
Aleyamma John Adakudiyil M and Aleyamma John
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2005
Sold by
Babikian Lolita and Estate Of Onnig Babikian
Bought by
Aleyamma John Adakudiyil M and Aleyamma John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,250
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 1997
Sold by
Benamy Eugene J and Benamy Marion
Bought by
Babikian Onnig
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
Gershkovich Yury $149,900 Land Title Services
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation -- None Available
Aleyamma John Adakudiyil M $195,000 None Available
Babikian Onnig $80,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gershkovich Yury $50,000
Open Gershkovich Yury $112,425
Previous Owner John Adakudiyil M $18,000
Previous Owner Aleyamma John Adakudiyil M $185,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2013 07/22/13 Sold $149,900 +3.5% $143 / Sq Ft
05/30/2013 05/30/13 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2013 05/13/13 For Sale $144,900 0.0% $138 / Sq Ft
05/06/2013 05/06/13 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2013 04/27/13 For Sale $144,900 -- $138 / 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 $3,252 $291,800 $58,360 $233,440
2024 $3,252 $291,800 $58,360 $233,440
2023 $3,252 $232,300 $46,460 $185,840
2022 $2,808 $232,300 $46,460 $185,840
2021 $2,808 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,808 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,556 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,364 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,364 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,364 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,263 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $168,900 $78,080 $90,820
2012 -- $22,912 $4,910 $18,002
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Teitelman

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    David Teitelman

    Hampton Preferred Real Estate Inc

    (215) 357-3900

    79 Total Sales

    David Teitelman
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Mark Boimstein

    Dome Real Estate International

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003426064

Bright MLS

APN: 562409800

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19152 Rhawnhurst

8531 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 8531 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152 since 27 April 2013 and is currently estimated at $319,569, approximately $305 per square foot. This property was built in 1958. 8531 Castor Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Farrell Louis H School, Northeast High School, and Tacony Academy Charter School.

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