NOT LISTED FOR SALE

861 E Thompson St Philadelphia, PA 19125

Fishtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $367,000 - $490,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,296 Sq Ft
$329/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 16, 2018

Last sale price $265,000 $204 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,664/month

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Storage Room
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of February 2018

What a beautiful house in a great location! It's within walking distance to Girard Avenue and right near the exit to 95. Within walking distance to bars, restaurants, coffee shops, gyms, public transportation (to center city and northeast philly), etc. The street is spacious with parking on both sides. This home has lots of character that are hard to find. Enter this lovely home through french doors with stain glass windows. Well-maintained carpets throughout the house. Notified that there is original hardwood underneath the carpets. Large living and dining room with high ceilings (approx. 10 feet or more) throughout the house. The kitchen is a nice size with built-in wall oven, currently used as an eat-in kitchen. Nice size cozy fenced-in backyard. Basement is large and clean for plenty of storage. All bedrooms have high ceilings and plenty of space. Back bedroom has 5 windows (including bay windows) for plenty of light! There is an extra room on the second floor for extra storage or home office space; neighbors use this as a 4th bedroom.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Abe Thomson

RE/MAX Ready License #RS337723 Listed on: 09/05/2017

RE/MAX Ready

Last Buyer's Agent

Warren Miller

Compass RE

Compass RE

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,659

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 960 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 15x64

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Basement

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating Available
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Fishtown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 267
  • Assessor Parcel Number 181400700

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,659

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Garbage Disposal, Washer&Dryer, Ceiling Fans
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Storage Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1296
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1296
  • Net Sq Ft: 1296.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 204.48
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1296
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 861

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Access To Pool: 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: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural 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
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 15X64
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 960.00
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1659.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 181400700
  • Tax Lot: 267
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 02/16/2018

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2017
Closed on
Feb 16, 2018
Sold by
Tharp David C
Bought by
Roberts Katharine and Potts Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Abe Thomson
RE/MAX Ready
Buyer's Agent
Warren Miller
Compass RE
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.64%
Current Estimated Value
$426,586

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$161,586
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.23%
Original Mortgage
$257,050
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 1999
Sold by
Colfer Martin and Colfer Karen M
Bought by
Tharp David C
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
Roberts Katharine $265,000 Title Services
Tharp David C $63,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Potts Benjamin $255,000
Closed Roberts Katharine $257,050
Previous Owner Tharp David C $135,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/16/2018 02/16/18 Sold $265,000 0.0% $204 / Sq Ft
10/19/2017 10/19/17 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2017 10/03/17 Price Changed $265,000 -3.6% $204 / Sq Ft
09/05/2017 09/05/17 For Sale $275,000 -- $212 / 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 $4,085 $381,400 $76,280 $305,120
2024 $4,085 $381,400 $76,280 $305,120
2023 $4,085 $291,800 $58,360 $233,440
2022 $2,836 $246,800 $58,360 $188,440
2021 $3,466 $0 $0 $0
2020 $3,466 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,659 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,659 $0 $0 $0
2017 $1,659 $0 $0 $0
2016 $1,659 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,068 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $157,300 $16,608 $140,692
2012 -- $12,640 $1,894 $10,746
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Abe Thomson

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Abe Thomson

    RE/MAX

    (215) 805-7711

    43 in this area

    155 Total Sales

    Abe Thomson
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  • Warren Miller

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Warren Miller

    Compass RE

    (267) 664-1388

    5 in this area

    89 Total Sales

    Warren Miller
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000317325

Bright MLS

APN: 181400700

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19125 Fishtown

861 E Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 861 E Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA 19125 since 05 September 2017 and is currently estimated at $426,586, approximately $329 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 861 E Thompson St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Adaire Alexander School, Penn Treaty School, and Holy Name of Jesus.

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