NOT LISTED FOR SALE

959 E Godfrey Ave Philadelphia, PA 19124

Lawncrest Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $276,000 - $316,000

-- Bed
2 Baths
1,850 Sq Ft
$161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 01, 2021

Last sale price $240,000 $130 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,876/month

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 2-minute walk to Houseman Playground
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2021

Instant cash flow! This very well cared for duplex boasts two large bedrooms and one bath in each unit. Upstairs was newly remodeled in 2018 with brand new kitchen, stainless steel appliances, open floor plan to living room. The bathroom wall tiles were removed and a fiberglass tub surround was installed. Downstairs has original and beautiful hardwood floors. The property supplies a unique pair of staircases to reach both front and back doors. Separate laundry facilities and storage spaces located in the basement. Two car garages can be used as is or as extra storage area. The roof was given a new fibered aluminum coating in May of 2021. The furnaces are new as of October 2020! This block is quiet and well maintained by all, with a playground and ball fields on the next block. Located on an extra wide street with ample parking, there is also plenty of additional off street parking in the back of the property. Good sized back yard for all your barbeque gatherings! The first floor unit here is vacant. The second floor tenants are on month to month lease bringing $850. They have never been late on a rent and use autopay to direct deposit.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anthony Morda

(609) 420-6565 amorda@century21tcrealty.com Century 21 Town & Country Realty - Woodstown Listed on: 08/15/2021

Century 21 Town & Country Realty - Woodstown

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony Morda

(609) 420-6565 amorda@century21tcrealty.com Century 21 Town & Country Realty - Woodstown Listed on: 08/15/2021

Century 21 Town & Country Realty - Woodstown

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,254

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 3,097 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 24.95 x 124.13

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • 1,850 Sq Ft Home
  • Duplex
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Masonry

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 115
  • Assessor Parcel Number 351112600

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units

Building Details

  • 1 Vacant Unit

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,254

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Expected On Market: 2021-08-21
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Instant cash flow! This very well cared for duplex boasts two large bedrooms and one bath in each unit. Upstairs was newly remodeled in 2018 with brand new kitchen, stainless steel appliances, open floor plan to living room. The bathroom wall tiles were removed and a fiberglass tub surround was installed. Downstairs has original and beautiful hardwood floors. The property supplies a unique pair of staircases to reach both front and back doors. Separate laundry facilities and storage spaces located in the basement. Two car garages can be used as is or as extra storage area. The roof was given a new fibered aluminum coating in May of 2021. The furnaces are new as of October 2020! This block is quiet and well maintained by all, with a playground and ball fields on the next block. Located on an extra wide street with ample parking, there is also plenty of additional off street parking in the back of the property. Good sized back yard for all your barbeque gatherings! The first floor unit here is vacant. The second floor tenants are on month to month lease bringing $850. They have never been late on a rent and use autopay to direct deposit.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 1850
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1850
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 140.49
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1850
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 959

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 136850.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 24150.00
  • Land Use Code: W30
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Dimensions: 24.95 x 124.13
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3097.00
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: RSA5

Rental Info

  • Number Of Units Month To Month: 1
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1102407
  • School Tax: 1237.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2254.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 351112600
  • Tax Lot: 115
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1850
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 10/01/2021

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Vacant: 1

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 15, 2021
Closed on
Sep 16, 2021
Sold by
Custer Brian S
Bought by
Cruz Michelle and Silas Sunila
Seller's Agent
Anthony Morda
Century 21 Town & Country Realty - Woodstown
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Morda
Century 21 Town & Country Realty - Woodstown
Sold Price
$240,000
Current Estimated Value
$298,005

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$58,005
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.45%
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
2.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2004
Sold by
Morrison Ione G
Bought by
Custer Brian S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 1995
Sold by
Siegfried Irene Cahill
Bought by
Morrison Ione G
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
Cruz Michelle $240,000 First American Title
Custer Brian S $80,000 --
Morrison Ione G $64,144 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Cruz Michelle $180,000
Previous Owner Custer Brian S $72,000
Closed Custer Brian S $15,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Sold $240,000 -- $130 / Sq Ft
08/15/2021 08/15/21 Pending -- -- --
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 $3,753 $283,700 $56,740 $226,960
2024 $3,753 $283,700 $56,740 $226,960
2023 $3,753 $268,100 $53,620 $214,480
2022 $2,254 $268,100 $53,620 $214,480
2021 $2,254 $0 $0 $0
2020 $2,254 $0 $0 $0
2019 $2,163 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,174 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,174 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,174 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,081 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $155,300 $38,528 $116,772
2012 -- $16,512 $3,144 $13,368
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anthony Morda

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Anthony Morda

    Century 21 Town & Country Realty - Woodstown

    (609) 420-6565

    2 in this area

    133 Total Sales

    Anthony Morda
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2016466

Bright MLS

APN: 351112600

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19124 Lawncrest

959 E Godfrey Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 959 E Godfrey Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124 since 15 August 2021 and is currently estimated at $298,005, approximately $161 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 959 E Godfrey Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including Laura H Carnell School, Harding Warren G Middle School, and Samuel Fels High School.

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