Welcome to the perfect home to make your own in the heart of Melrose Park Gardens. At hello the front yard is fully fenced with a patio area and updated bow window. This 3 bedroom home has original hardwood flooring in excellent condition throughout. It includes 2 full bathrooms on the 2nd floor, and the 3rd bedroom has custom shelving the owner is leaving in place, great for a walk-in dressing room. The 1st floor has a spacious living and dining room with ceiling fan and chandelier included. The kitchen boasts great counter space and newer appliances less than 5yrs. Just off the kitchen is a large, covered deck equipped with a wheelchair lift if needed. The basement is finished with a half bath, laundry room, and inside access to the garage. Washer & dryer and deep freezer in the laundry room, also newer less than 5yrs. The roof was just recoated a few years ago, and the hot water heater is also newer. Your new home has been well maintained, and it's move in ready with endless possibilities. A one year home warranty is being offered for added peace of mind.
Sold for $274,999
$274,999
125 E Fariston Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19120
3beds
1,152sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1955
1,616 Square Feet Lot
$280,600 Zestimate®
$239/sqft
$1,810 Estimated rent
Home value
$280,600
$255,000 - $309,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelly Collier 267-432-0890,
Believe Realty Group
Bought with:
Aaron L. Gray, Sr., AB068900
Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2484016
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven/Range - Gas, Microwave, Water Heater, Freezer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Bath(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Basement, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Private, Public, Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors - Swing In, Wheelchair Mod
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wire
Lot
- Size: 1,616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 101.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 611378100
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: AirLite,Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Melrose Park Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $239/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $228,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,194
- Date on market: 5/16/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2025 | Sold | $274,999-1.8%$239/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2484016 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Pending sale | $279,999$243/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2484016 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $279,999+69.7%$243/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2484016 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2018 | Sold | $165,000+18.3%$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2013 | Listing removed | $139,500$121/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty Corp. Associates #6264733 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $139,500+21.8%$121/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty Corp. Associates #6264733 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2008 | Sold | $114,500+0.4%$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2008 | Listed for sale | $114,000$99/sqft |
Source: eWebEngine #5411024 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,194 +26.5% | $228,200 +26.5% |
| 2024 | $2,525 | $180,400 |
| 2023 | $2,525 +20.6% | $180,400 |
| 2022 | $2,094 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,094 +7.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,946 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,946 -0.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,950 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,950 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,950 +4.5% | $139,300 +627.9% |
| 2012 | $1,867 | $19,136 |
| 2011 | -- | $19,136 |
| 2010 | -- | $19,136 |
| 2009 | -- | $19,136 |
| 2008 | -- | $19,136 |
| 2007 | -- | $19,136 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $17,792 |
| 2005 | -- | $17,792 |
| 2004 | -- | $17,792 +3.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $17,216 +11.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $15,424 |
| 2000 | -- | $15,424 |
| 1999 | -- | $15,424 |
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Neighborhood: Melrose Park Gardens
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Finletter Thomas K SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Fels Samuel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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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