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    1038 E Columbia Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

    5beds
    2,052sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    1,800 Square Feet Lot
    $707,200 Zestimate®
    $317/sqft
    $3,193 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $707,200

    $665,000 - $757,000

    $3,193/mo

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    What's special

    Old world charmAttached garageOutdoor dining spaceEntertainment venuesCity row - homeLight railExposed brick wall
    At the corner of East Columbia Avenue and East Wildey Street in coveted Fishtown lies a home that's the perfect cross between functionality and old world charm. A quaint, gated front yard and patio for lounging greets you before stepping inside your quintessential Philly vestibule. An exposed brick wall and original oak hardwood floors lead you from an open-concept sitting room straight into your dining room, where creativity for all different furniture configurations exist. Continue towards the back of the house to find an airy, bright & updated kitchen with Butcher Block countertops, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, subway tile backsplash, ceiling fan and large windows overlooking your private grilling and outdoor dining space. Clean tiled flooring throughout, an oversized laundry/mudroom serves as an entry-way from the kitchen into the attached garage (yes, really), full downstairs bathroom, and exit to your outdoor space. In a city row-home, these features are rare and priceless! The second floor of the home offers three bedrooms and one full bathroom with a timeless claw-foot bathtub, while the third floor hosts two more bedrooms - one of which could perfectly serve as a top-floor tv room or lounge. Being a corner lot, each bedroom has two windows - another special feature of a Fishtown row home - drenching them all in sunlight at different times of the day. Two of the 5 bedroom floors are cork adding another unique component to the home and a clean and convenient basement completes the room count of 1038 E Columbia and is where you'll find the mechanicals that make the house go. Rest assured that your temperature needs will be met throughout the year with the dual-zoned heating and cooling system along with radiant heaters. Built in 1925, live in a piece of Fishtown history while being a stone's throw to all of the modern bars, restaurants, shops and entertainment venues of famous Frankford Avenue! A walkers and commuters paradise alike, the location cannot be beat with easy access to the light rail at Girard Avenue & route I-95.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jess Carfagno 215-850-3583,

    Compass RE

    Bought with:

    Marion Dinofa, RS287367

    Compass RE

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2327118MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Has Laundry
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,052
    • Total interior livable area: 2,052 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,052
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Patio, Wrap Around
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Lot
    • Size: 1,800 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20.00 x 90.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 181090500
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional,Straight Thru
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry, Brick
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    Condition
    • Good,Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Fishtown
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $317/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $480,400
    • Annual tax amount: $6,724
    • Date on market: 3/16/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional
    • Inclusions: All Appliances
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/26/2024Sold$650,000-3.7%$317/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2327118 Report a problem
    3/28/2024Contingent$675,000$329/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2327118 Report a problem
    3/16/2024Listed for sale$675,000-1.5%$329/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2327118 Report a problem
    12/16/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2282032 Report a problem
    10/18/2023Price change$685,000-2.1%$334/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2282032 Report a problem
    10/4/2023Price change$699,900-3.5%$341/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2282032 Report a problem
    9/26/2023Listed for sale$725,000-6.5%$353/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2282032 Report a problem
    9/26/2023Listing removed$775,000$378/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2261798 Report a problem
    9/15/2023Price change$775,000-3.1%$378/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2261798 Report a problem
    8/22/2023Price change$799,900-3%$390/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2261798 Report a problem
    8/3/2023Price change$825,000-4.6%$402/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2261798 Report a problem
    7/27/2023Listed for sale$864,900-30.8%$421/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2261798 Report a problem
    7/27/2023Listing removed$1,250,000$609/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2257552 Report a problem
    7/13/2023Listed for sale$1,250,000+1624.1%$609/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2257552 Report a problem
    4/2/2022Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium Report a problem
    3/15/2022Listed for rent$2,895+1.6%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium #PAPH2091840 Report a problem
    4/1/2021Listing removed--
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    3/8/2021Listed for rent$2,850$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium #PAPH993738 Report a problem
    10/5/1999Sold$72,500$35/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,119 +20.7%$580,000 +20.7%
    2024$6,725 $480,400
    2023$6,725 +40.1%$480,400
    2022$4,800 --
    2021$4,800 +7.8%--
    2018$4,454 +14.4%--
    2017$3,894 -84.4%--
    2016$24,955 +690.9%--
    2015$3,155 --
    2014$3,155 $255,400 +1580.3%
    2012-- $15,200
    2011-- $15,200
    2010-- $15,200
    2009-- $15,200
    2008-- $15,200
    2007-- $15,200
    2006-- $15,200
    2005-- $15,200
    2004-- $15,200 +10%
    2003-- $13,824 +34.2%
    2002-- $10,304 +78.9%
    2000-- $5,760
    1999-- $5,760
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Fishtown

    Nearby schools

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    • District: The School District Of Philadelphia

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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