Seller's Agent in 2020
Michael Scipione
Coldwell Banker Realty
(215) 768-7533
4 in this area
142 Total Sales
938 N 5th St Philadelphia, PA 19123
Northern Liberties NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $728,000 - $993,927
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
5,000
Sq Ft
$173/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Commercial Range
- Federal Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Orianna Hill Park
About This Home
As of November 2020Large, Extra Wide, 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Mini-Mansion in Northern Liberties that combines timeless Original Character with sleek Modern Finishes while offering a 10 Year Tax Abatement*! Dual Zone HVAC, Pella Windows & LED recessed lighting are throughout the home that has been fully renovated from top to bottom while trying to save as many original details as salvageable. Walk through the vestibule of this 19 foot wide home and turn into a massive living/dining space boasting 12 foot ceilings, original solid wood double doors, original trim and original soapstone fireplaces. Wide plank white oak flooring is throughout the home on all above grade levels and will lead you into a modern kitchen consisting of flat panel blue cabinetry with matte brass hardware and stainless steel appliances including a Bertazzoni Range and Sharp microwave drawer. Super white quartzite countertops on a 10 foot island and a herringbone tiled backsplash put the finishing touches on a kitchen you will love to cook and entertain in. Side windows and a patio sliding door sheds tons of light into the kitchen while leading you outside to a size-able back yard! Up the original, refinished staircase to the 2nd Floor you will find an “in-law” or ensuite bedroom in the back, complete with its own bathroom and walk-in closet. You will pass by the laundry room in the hallway while you’re on your way to the real show stopping Master Suite. The Master boasts high ceilings, an exposed brick fireplace, huge closets and a 4-piece bathroom with a penny round & subway tiled floor/shower with matte black fixtures. On the 3rd Floor you will find 2 additional bedrooms, both with exposed brick fireplaces and a full bathroom. On the 4th Floor you will find the 5th Bedroom with an A-Frame ceiling that you can also use as an office, studio, playroom or whatever you imagination desires. Downstairs is a fully finished huge basement with a half bathroom and high ceilings that is great for extra living space, your future movie-room or wine room! It also gives you plenty of space for storage. With a “WalkScore” of “96” 938 N 5th Street is within walking distance to some of the best amenities Northern Liberties and Fishtown has to offer!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(215) 768-7533 mscipione@cbpref.com Coldwell Banker Realty Listed on: 10/01/2020
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,625
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 1,764 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 19.00 x 92.83
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- A-Frame Home
- Contemporary Architecture
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Pitched Roof
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Property has 4 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Crown Molding
- Recessed Lighting
- 5 Fireplaces
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
- Brick Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Vinyl Clad Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- Casement Windows
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Formal Dining Room
- Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Oven or Range
- Commercial Range
- Range Hood
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Rented or Permit Required
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Central Air
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Northern Liberties Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 104
- Assessor Parcel Number 057138700
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 1, 2020
Closed on
Nov 9, 2020
Sold by
938 N 5Th St Llc
Bought by
Nanberg Joshua and Montgomery Aubrey
Seller's Agent
Michael Scipione
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dominic Fuscia
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$799,900
Sold Price
$780,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-2.49%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$87,482
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.19%
Original Mortgage
$468,000
Outstanding Balance
$416,454
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$451,029
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 30, 2019
Closed on
Aug 29, 2019
Sold by
Mcgehee Heather
Bought by
938 N 5Th St Lec
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Polizzi
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Scipione
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$379,900
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,900
-18.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
117.15%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 17, 1997
Sold by
Sweryda Maria
Bought by
Mcgehee Heather
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanberg Joshua | $780,000 | New Title Company Name | |
| 938 N 5Th St Lec | $310,000 | City Abstract Llc | |
| Mcgehee Heather | $50,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Nanberg Joshua | $468,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2020 11/12/20 | Sold | $780,000 | -2.5% | $156 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/06/2020 10/06/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/01/2020 10/01/20 | For Sale | $799,900 | +158.0% | $160 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/06/2019 09/06/19 | Sold | $310,000 | 0.0% | $108 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/14/2019 08/14/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/04/2019 08/04/19 | Off Market | $310,000 | -- | -- | |
| 07/30/2019 07/30/19 | For Sale | $379,900 | -- | $132 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,879 | $828,000 | $165,600 | $662,400 |
| 2024 | $7,879 | $828,000 | $165,600 | $662,400 |
| 2023 | $10,651 | $760,900 | $152,180 | $608,720 |
| 2022 | $7,727 | $760,900 | $152,180 | $608,720 |
| 2021 | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,625 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,513 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $475,800 | $40,919 | $434,881 |
| 2012 | -- | $20,000 | $5,532 | $14,468 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Scipione
-
Dominic Fuscia
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Dominic Fuscia
Coldwell Banker Realty
(215) 605-4280
9 in this area
271 Total Sales
-
Thomas Greer
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Thomas Greer
Keller Williams Real Estate - Newtown
(267) 974-1450
2 in this area
124 Total Sales
-
Jeanne Polizzi
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jeanne Polizzi
Coldwell Banker Realty
(215) 767-7814
131 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH940672
APN: 057138700
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