$145,000
SOLD JUL 29, 2024
-- Bed
-- Bath
1,280 Sq Ft
1,566 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$113 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

77 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Baltimore Avenue And 53Rd Street
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of March 2025

Investor Alert! Prime opportunity in the Kingsessing neighborhood awaits at 905 S. 54th St. This duplex presents a promising investment opportunity with legal, separate units with seperate entrances, perfect for rental income or owner-occupancy renting the 2n unit. Framing for a new layout and some rough mechanicals are already completed, offering a solid foundation for renovation. Conveniently located near public transportation options like buses and trolleys, commuting is a breeze. Don't miss out on this chance to capitalize on the potential. Property is being sold as a short sale in AS-IS condition. Act now and seize this opportunity

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Oliver Millwood

Empower Real Estate, LLC License #RS280485 Listed on: 04/03/2024

Empower Real Estate, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Oliver Millwood

Empower Real Estate, LLC License #RS280485 Listed on: 04/03/2024

Empower Real Estate, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,679

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 1,566 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 20.00 x 80.00

Parking

  • Alley Access

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,280 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Natural lighting in basement

Accessible Home Design

  • Lowered Light Switches
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Utilities

  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • 2 Units
  • Kingsessing Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 139
  • Assessor Parcel Number 511064700

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,679

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Switches/Outlets, 2+ Access Exits
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Remarks Public: Investor Alert! Prime opportunity in the Kingsessing neighborhood awaits at 905 S. 54th St. This duplex presents a promising investment opportunity with legal, separate units with seperate entrances, perfect for rental income or owner-occupancy renting the 2n unit. Framing for a new layout and some rough mechanicals are already completed, offering a solid foundation for renovation. Conveniently located near public transportation options like buses and trolleys, commuting is a breeze. Don't miss out on this chance to capitalize on the potential. Property is being sold as a short sale in AS-IS condition. Act now and seize this opportunity
  • Special Features: 12

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room Count: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 1280
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1280
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 117.19
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1280
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 905

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Alley

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic, Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: 3rd Party

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: N30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 80.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1566.00
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RSA3

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 921.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1679.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 511064700
  • Tax Lot: 139
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1280
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 07/29/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2024
Closed on
Mar 4, 2025
Sold by
905 South 54Th Street Industries Llc
Bought by
Ndiaye Ousmane
Seller's Agent
Anthony Lee
Realty ONE Group Focus
Buyer's Agent
Abdul Toure
Diallo Real Estate
List Price
$374,999
Sold Price
$345,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,999
-8%
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
$314,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$31,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-21.45%
Original Mortgage
$333,485
Outstanding Balance
$333,209
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$19,209

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2024
Closed on
Jul 21, 2024
Sold by
Blueprint Financial Empowerment Llc
Bought by
905 South 54Th Street Industries Llc
Seller's Agent
Oliver Millwood
Empower Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Oliver Millwood
Empower Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$150,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-3.33%
Views
71

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
314.13%
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2022
Sold by
Brokenborough Mary
Bought by
Blueprint Financial Empowerment Llc and Blueprint Financial Group

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,470
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 1992
Bought by
Brokenborough Mary
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $345,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $145,000 Quick Abstract
Deed $145,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $25,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $333,485 FHA
Previous Owner $296,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $198,470 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Sold $345,000 -1.4% $218 / Sq Ft
01/20/2025 01/20/25 Price Changed $349,999 -4.1% $221 / Sq Ft
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Price Changed $364,999 -2.7% $230 / Sq Ft
12/04/2024 12/04/24 For Sale $374,999 +158.6% $236 / Sq Ft
07/29/2024 07/29/24 Sold $145,000 -3.3% $113 / Sq Ft
07/19/2024 07/19/24 Off Market $150,000 -- --
04/03/2024 04/03/24 For Sale $150,000 -- $117 / 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 $1,680 $168,200 $33,640 $134,560
2024 $1,680 $168,200 $33,640 $134,560
2023 $1,680 $120,000 $24,000 $96,000
2022 $1,516 $187,900 $37,580 $150,320
2021 $1,516 $0 $0 $0
2020 $1,516 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,321 $0 $0 $0
2018 $774 $0 $0 $0
2017 $774 $0 $0 $0
2016 $774 $0 $0 $0
2015 $876 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $65,400 $7,128 $58,272
2012 -- $8,640 $1,943 $6,697
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2337932

Bright MLS

APN: 511064700