Welcome to 125 Marita Street, a stately brick Colonial tucked away on a quiet side street in the heart of Somerton, where pride of ownership and timeless neighborhood charm still matter. Lovingly held within the same family since 1978, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence is ready for its next chapter and the next steward to bring their own vision and finishing touches to a home filled with potential. Positioned away from the heavier traffic corridors, this home offers the kind of peaceful residential setting buyers are constantly searching for in Northeast Philadelphia. With solid bones, generous living spaces, and undeniable curb appeal, the opportunity for sweat equity and long-term value is clear from the moment you arrive. A spacious back yard has natural privacy and plenty of sun light. Whether you are an owner-occupant looking to personalize a forever home or an investor searching for upside in a highly desirable neighborhood, the foundation for something truly special is already here. The surrounding Somerton community continues to be one of Northeast Philadelphia’s most sought-after neighborhoods because of its unique balance of suburban comfort and city convenience. Residents enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, parks, and major commuting routes while still maintaining a true neighborhood atmosphere. Short distance to a nearby SEPTA Regional Rail station, making travel into Center City Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs remarkably convenient for commuters.
Sold for $409,000
$409,000
125 Marita St, Philadelphia, PA 19116
3beds
1,722sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
4,448 Square Feet Lot
$409,100 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$2,702 Estimated rent
Home value
$409,100
$389,000 - $430,000
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Generous living spacesSolid bonesUndeniable curb appealPeaceful residential settingQuiet side streetStately brick colonialNatural privacy
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Listed by:
Frank Blumenthal 215-290-0402,
Keller Williams Real Estate Tri-County
Bought with:
Yan Levshits, RM423171
Tri-State Home Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2625290
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s)
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,722
- Total interior livable area: 1,722 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,722
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Attached, Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,448 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32.00 x 100.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 582280600
- Zoning: RSA2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry, Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Somerton
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $383,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,365
- Date on market: 5/25/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator And Freezer. All In As-is Condition With No Monetary Value
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $409,000$238/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2625290 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Pending sale | $409,000$238/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2625290 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $409,000+713.9%$238/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2625290 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/1978 | Sold | $50,250$29/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,365 +25.5% | $383,300 +25.5% |
| 2024 | $4,274 | $305,300 |
| 2023 | $4,274 +20.8% | $305,300 |
| 2022 | $3,539 | -- |
| 2021 | $3,539 +6.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,332 +20.2% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,772 +5.7% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,623 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,623 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,623 +4.5% | $217,400 +618.9% |
| 2012 | $2,511 | $30,240 |
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Neighborhood: Somerton
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Comly Watson SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10C.C.A. Baldi Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 3/10Washington George High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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