125 Folcroft Ave, Folcroft, PA 19032
What's special
Classic Brick Cape Cod • Large Corner Lot • Screened Porch • Walk to SEPTA • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Full Baths Not every first home becomes a forever memory. For these sellers, this one did exactly that. For the current owners, 125 Folcroft Avenue was where they learned that homeownership didn't have to mean endless projects. It meant a solid brick home that was easy to care for, a spacious yard that offered room to relax, and a location that made getting into Philadelphia surprisingly simple. Morning coffee often found its way to the screened porch, while evenings were spent enjoying the privacy created by mature Japanese maples, flowering shrubs, hydrangeas, and the beautiful pink dogwood that returns each season. Inside, the home offers a layout that has adapted to changing needs. The main-level bedroom became a comfortable home office with direct access to the screened porch, while two additional bedrooms upstairs provide separation and privacy. Two full bathrooms, a spacious kitchen, abundant storage, and a partially finished basement provide flexible space for work, hobbies, recreation, or guests. One of the unexpected pleasures of living here is the neighborhood itself. The current bridge closure has greatly reduced through traffic, making the streets noticeably quieter, while the neighborhood's loop design creates a pleasant route for evening strolls, morning walks, or simply enjoying the outdoors close to home. Life here extends well beyond the property. Walk just 0.2 miles to the SEPTA Folcroft Station, 0.5 miles to the Sharon Hill Route 102 trolley, or 0.8 miles to the Glenolden Regional Rail Station for convenient commuting. Bus stops are within 0.1 to 0.2 miles, Wawa is only 0.3 miles away, Folcroft Market is 0.4 miles away, and several restaurants, neighborhood parks, and everyday conveniences are all within about a mile, blending small-town convenience with easy access to Philadelphia. Built in 1946 with the enduring quality of brick construction, this home combines character with practical comforts including central air conditioning, a shared driveway, a low-maintenance exterior, and a generously sized 0.17-acre corner lot. The sellers especially appreciated the dependable systems, generous storage, and the balance of privacy, convenience, and everyday comfort that made this house feel like home. Now it's ready for someone new to write the next chapter.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Jaime Lipson 610-742-2449,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell 2155422200,
Co-Listing Agent: Sandra Massey 215-284-9261,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,153
- Total interior livable area: 1,682 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,214
- Finished area below ground: 468
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 47.00 x 113.00
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 20000074700
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Concrete
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Average,Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Folcroft
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Folcroft
- Municipality: FOLCROFT BORO
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $112,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,126
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer And Lawnmower All With No Monetary Value In "as Is" Condition.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Contingent | $250,000$149/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+70.1%$149/sqft |
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| 9/8/2020 | Sold | $147,000+8.9%$87/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2020 | Pending sale | $135,000$80/sqft |
Source: BHHS Fox & Roach Yardley #PADE521978 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $135,000$80/sqft |
Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Yardley #PADE521978 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2015 | Sold | $135,000-9.9%$80/sqft |
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| 12/12/2014 | Listed for sale | $149,900$89/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #6495320 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,126 +6.4% | $112,900 |
| 2025 | $4,816 +3% | $112,900 |
| 2024 | $4,678 +2.9% | $112,900 |
| 2023 | $4,548 +5.7% | $112,900 |
| 2022 | $4,302 | $112,900 |
| 2021 | $4,302 +950% | $112,900 +50.5% |
| 2020 | $410 -90.3% | $75,030 |
| 2019 | $4,212 +2.5% | $75,030 |
| 2018 | $4,110 +898.3% | $75,030 |
| 2017 | $412 | $75,030 |
| 2016 | $412 | $75,030 |
| 2015 | $412 -2% | $75,030 |
| 2014 | $420 +4.8% | $75,030 |
| 2013 | $401 +0.8% | $75,030 |
| 2012 | $398 +2.3% | $75,030 |
| 2011 | $389 +2% | $75,030 |
| 2010 | $381 +7.5% | $75,030 |
| 2009 | $354 | $75,030 |
| 2008 | $354 +8.3% | $75,030 |
| 2007 | $327 -2% | $75,030 |
| 2006 | $334 | $75,030 |
| 2005 | $334 | $75,030 |
| 2004 | $334 +8.5% | $75,030 |
| 2003 | $308 +7.9% | $75,030 |
| 2002 | $285 | $75,030 |
| 2000 | $285 | $75,030 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$251,300
$239,000 - $264,000
$2,533/mo
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