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Sold for $215,000
  • $215,000

    1638 French St, Philadelphia, PA 19121

    4beds
    1,072sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1915
    783 Square Feet Lot
    $292,000 Zestimate®
    $201/sqft
    $2,066 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $292,000

    $260,000 - $324,000

    $2,066/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome To 1638 French Street, A Short Stroll From Temple University Main Campus On Broad Street With James S. White Hall Being A Meer 3-5 Minute Walk. This Home Sits On One Of Philadelphia's Playstreets. This Program Closes Designated Streets To Traffic So That Kids Have A Safe Place To Play When School Is Out Allowing No Vehicle Traffic During Certain Hours. A Key Feature Of The Program Are The Nutritious Meals And Snacks Provided To Children. This Is Important During The Summer Months When School Meals Are Not Available. As You Enter Into The Home From The Street You Find Yourself In A Welcoming Foyer That Has Durable Hardwood Flooring. To The Right Is The First Of 4 Bedrooms With A Full Bath. Facing The Street With Large Windows Allowing Natural Light To Immerse Itself Into This Front Room Making It Feel Light And Airy. Full Bath Has Standing Stall, Sink And Lavatory. Continuing Down The Hall You Will Be Present In The Living Room With High Ceilings That Are Throughout The Entire Home Making The Entire Space Feel Considerably Larger Than It Is. The Living Room Has Natural Hardwood Flooring And A Sight Line Into The Kitchen. There Is A Full Bath Off The Living Room As Well. Crossing The Threshold Into The Eat-In-Kitchen You Will Find Newer Natural Cabinets Which Provide Plenty Of Storage And More Importantly A Plethora Of Countertop Space For Prep And Assembly Of Your Meals. Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher And Fridge And This Kitchen Is Complete. An Outside Entrance From The Kitchen Leads You To A Private Rear Yard Where You Can Have Both Family And Friends Over For Gatherings Or Depart On Your Own To This Outdoor Space. Ascending To The Second Floor You Will Find Yourself On The Hardwood Landing And be Greeted With 3 Additional Bedrooms Each Equipped With A Bath. The Back Bedroom Has A Half Bath While The Other 2 Bedrooms Have Full Baths. Again, Large Windows On This Level Allow A Good Deal Of Natural Light To Gain Access Into The Back And Front Bedrooms. The Walls Are Painted With A Neutral Color That Allows The Sunlight To Bath The Interior Spaces. The Basement Is Large, Has Artificial Turf On The Floor, Newer Gas Water Heater, Gas Dryer And Washer, Newer HVAC Unit, Newer Electric And New Water Meter Coming In From The Street. This Home Is Ideal For Principal Ownership Or For The Savvy Investor Looking To Add To Their Portfolio. Property Was Last Used For Rental To Temple Students.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Gary Roberts 267-485-1411

    Bought with:

    Dean Pailas, RS346645

    Redfin Corporation

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2274274MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Bathroom - Stall Shower, 9'+ Ceilings
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Replacement, Vinyl Clad
    • Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished,Windows
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,072
    • Total interior livable area: 1,072 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,072
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Public, On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Street
    Lot
    • Size: 783 sqft
    • Dimensions: 15.00 x 54.00
    • Features: Level, Middle Of Block
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 321056100
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Straight Thru
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry, Frame
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Flat
    Condition
    • Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1915

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Window Bars
    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Temple University
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Road surface type: Black Top

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/11/2023Sold$215,000+19.4%$201/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2274274 Report a problem
    12/10/2021Sold$180,000$168/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/20/2021Sold$180,000+16.2%$168/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH999096 Report a problem
    7/29/2016Sold$154,900+0.6%$144/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/28/2016Sold$154,000-14.9%$144/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    11/30/2009Sold$181,000+112.9%$169/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/27/2007Sold$85,000-50%$79/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/11/2006Sold$170,000+466.7%$159/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/31/2006Sold$30,000$28/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,222 $230,200
    2024$3,222 $230,200
    2023$3,222 +27.2%$230,200
    2022$2,534 --
    2021$2,534 +3.4%--
    2018$2,450 --
    2017$2,450 +16.4%--
    2016$2,105 --
    2015$2,105 --
    2014$2,105 +47.9%$106,200 +444.1%
    2012$1,423 $19,520
    2011-- $19,520
    2010-- $19,520
    2009-- $19,520 +365.6%
    2008-- $4,192
    2007-- $4,192 +7.4%
    2006-- $3,904
    2005-- $3,904
    2004-- $3,904
    2003-- $3,904 +19.6%
    2002-- $3,264
    2000-- $3,264 +126.7%
    1999-- $1,440

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Stanton

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • 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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