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Sold for $205,000
  • $205,000

    157 Melrose Ave, East Lansdowne, PA 19050

    3beds
    1,443sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1930
    3,049 Square Feet Lot
    $246,400 Zestimate®
    $142/sqft
    $2,120 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $246,400

    $232,000 - $264,000

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    What's special

    Post officeShared drivewayNewer windows throughoutNewer oak cabinetryConvenient to shoppingNewer heaterPublic transportation
    Large Twin is located on a beautiful tree-lined street in East Lansdowne! The enclosed porch leads to an open living room, dining room, and kitchen with newer oak cabinetry. Convenient first-floor powder room and outside exit to a large backyard. The second level has 3 nice-sized bedrooms and a 3-piece hall bath. Hardwood or laminate flooring throughout the first and second levels. Newer windows throughout! A large third level has been used as a 4th bedroom complete with Berber carpeting, window a/c unit, and portable electric heater. The full basement houses mechanicals, a newer heater and water heater, laundry, and an outside exit to the rear yard! Move-in ready! Shared driveway and plenty of parking. Convenient to shopping, restaurants, public transportation, post office, and schools!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Cheryl Lomax 267-254-9596,

    Realty Mark Associates - KOP

    Bought with:

    Christina Anderson, RS352746

    HomeSmart Realty Advisors

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PADE2050772MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower
    • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
    • Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Windows
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,443
    • Total interior livable area: 1,443 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,443
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Driveway, Shared Driveway, On Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two and One Half
    • Stories: 2.5
    • Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Street
    Lot
    • Size: 3,049 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25.00 x 120.00
    • Features: Rear Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 17000053500
    • Zoning: R-10
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Stucco, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1930

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Cobbs Creek
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: East Lansdowne
    • Municipality: EAST LANSDOWNE BORO

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $142/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $108,960
    • Annual tax amount: $4,199
    • Date on market: 7/24/2023
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Various Window A / C's, All In-as Condition.
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/1/2023Sold$205,000+2.5%$142/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2050772 Report a problem
    8/2/2023Contingent$200,000$139/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2050772 Report a problem
    7/24/2023Listed for sale$200,000+135.3%$139/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PADE2050772 Report a problem
    7/1/2013Sold$85,000-15%$59/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    5/22/2013Listed for sale$100,000$69/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Main Line Realty #6222180 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,735 +1.7%$108,960
    2024$4,656 +33.7%$108,960
    2023$3,481 -17.1%$108,960
    2022$4,199 $108,960
    2021$4,199 +1047.9%$108,960 +62.7%
    2020$366 -15.7%$66,990
    2019$434 -89.9%$66,990
    2018$4,282 +1064.6%$66,990
    2017$368 $66,990
    2016$368 $66,990
    2015$368 -2%$66,990
    2014$375 +2.8%$66,990
    2013$365 +2.8%$66,990
    2012$355 +2.3%$66,990
    2011$347 $66,990
    2010$347 +7.5%$66,990
    2009$323 +2%$66,990
    2008$316 +6.1%$66,990
    2007$298 $66,990
    2006$298 $66,990
    2005$298 $66,990
    2004$298 +8.5%$66,990
    2003$275 +7.9%$66,990
    2002$255 $66,990
    2000$255 $66,990
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19050

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: William Penn

    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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