NOT LISTED FOR SALE

879 N Bucknell St Philadelphia, PA 19130

Fairmount Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $420,000 - $517,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,132 Sq Ft
$401/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 13, 2017

Last sale price $305,000 $269 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,796/month

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Attic
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Eastern State Playpen

About This Home

As of June 2017

Unbelievable real estate opportunity in the booming Art Museum Area. Nestled on a beautiful tree lined street, this spacious and sunny townhouse features original hardwood floors that were recently refinished, built in book shelves in the living room, ceiling fans in all rooms, large kitchen with gas cooking just waiting for your personal touch, all new windows, back patio great for barbecuing and entertaining, an expanded bathroom one the second floor, large unfinished basement with washer and dryer and tons of storage space and more... The master bedroom features a large walk in closet. The second bedroom features two deep hanging closets. The house was just freshly repainted. This home was recently rented for 1,300 per month however comparable houses in the area are renting for 1600-1700 per month.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Reid Rosenthal

(215) 790-5225 Reid.Rosenthal@foxroach.com BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square Listed on: 04/27/2017

BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Regan

(215) 704-1082 kmregan@me.com Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,163

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 707 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 14x50
  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,132 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 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
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Patio

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 242
  • Assessor Parcel Number 151199500

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Art Museum Area Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,163

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: All Appliances "As Is" And Washer/ Dryer "As Is"
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Remarks Public: Unbelievable real estate opportunity in the booming Art Museum Area. Nestled on a beautiful tree lined street, this spacious and sunny townhouse features original hardwood floors that were recently refinished, built in book shelves in the living room, ceiling fans in all rooms, large kitchen with gas cooking just waiting for your personal touch, all new windows, back patio great for barbecuing and entertaining, an expanded bathroom one the second floor, large unfinished basement with washer and dryer and tons of storage space and more... The master bedroom features a large walk in closet. The second bedroom features two deep hanging closets. The house was just freshly repainted. This home was recently rented for 1,300 per month however comparable houses in the area are renting for 1600-1700 per month.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven - Wall, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1132
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1132
  • Net Sq Ft: 1132.00
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 256.10
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1132
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 879

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Access To Pool: No
  • Roof: Flat
  • 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 Type: Gas, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv
  • 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

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 208180.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 89220.00
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: 14X50
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 707.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 963565
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4163.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 151199500
  • Tax Lot: 242
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 06/13/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2017
Closed on
Jun 13, 2017
Sold by
Mcgrory Joyce
Bought by
Kelley Kevin and Kelley Lauren
Seller's Agent
Reid Rosenthal
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Buyer's Agent
Karen Regan
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
5.21%
Current Estimated Value
$453,891

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$148,891
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.88%
Original Mortgage
$299,475
Outstanding Balance
$247,237
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$206,654

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 1991
Bought by
Mccrory Joyce
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
Kelley Kevin $305,000 None Available
Mccrory Joyce $80,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kelley Kevin $299,475
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/13/2017 06/13/17 Sold $305,000 +5.2% $269 / Sq Ft
05/13/2017 05/13/17 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2017 04/27/17 For Sale $289,900 -- $256 / 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 $4,765 $390,700 $78,140 $312,560
2024 $4,765 $390,700 $78,140 $312,560
2023 $4,765 $340,400 $68,080 $272,320
2022 $4,765 $340,400 $68,080 $272,320
2021 $4,765 $0 $0 $0
2020 $4,765 $0 $0 $0
2019 $4,611 $0 $0 $0
2018 $4,163 $0 $0 $0
2017 $4,163 $0 $0 $0
2016 $4,163 $0 $0 $0
2015 $3,985 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $297,400 $39,097 $258,303
2012 -- $28,992 $14,977 $14,015
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Reid Rosenthal

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Reid Rosenthal

    BHHS Fox & Roach

    (215) 790-5225

    19 in this area

    552 Total Sales

    Reid Rosenthal
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  • Karen Regan

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Karen Regan

    Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

    (215) 704-1082

    7 Total Sales

    Karen Regan
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1003249919

Bright MLS

APN: 151199500

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19130 Fairmount

879 N Bucknell St, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 879 N Bucknell St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 since 27 April 2017 and is currently estimated at $453,891, approximately $400 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 879 N Bucknell St is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Bache-Martin School, Benjamin Franklin High School, and The City School-Fairmount Campus.

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