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  • $646,100

    229 Benezet St, Philadelphia, PA 19118

    3beds
    2baths
    1,730sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1906
    2,178 Square Feet Lot
    $646,100 Zestimate®
    $373/sqft
    $3,522 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $646,100

    $607,000 - $691,000

    $3,522/mo

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    What's special

    Introducing 229 E. Benezet Street, a rare opportunity to own a turnkey home in the heart of Chestnut Hill.This 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath twin home was built in 1898 and has since been lovingly renovated and maintained. Step up to the covered front porch, ideal for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Enter the home and find the perfect blend of old and new. The exposed brick walls and original pine hardwood flooring pairs perfectly with modern touches and wainscotting detail. The spacious and open floor plan is ideal for casual living or elegant entertaining. The FIRST FLOOR has an open living room & dining room, beautifully updated kitchen with granite counter tops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, bar seating, and french doors. Off the kitchen is a renovated full bath with ceramic tile and stall shower. The french doors lead to a spacious backyard with patio and bonus shed transformed into a home office with a lofted queen sized bed! The first floor also provides access to a large unfinished basement perfect for all of your storage needs.The SECOND FLOOR features a spacious master bedroom with large closet, second bedroom ideal for a nursery or guestroom, large full bathroom with stall shower and claw foot tub, and conveniently located laundry with newer Samsung washer/dryer and reclaimed wood shelving.The THIRD FLOOR features a large third bedroom with reading nook and ample storage space.Perfectly located and within walking distance to all Chestnut Hill has to offer, including the finest shops, galleries, restaurants and just a short walk to the regional rail and the Free Library. Schedule your tour today!! 2020-10-28

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile, Other, Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,730 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Other
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 2,178 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 091081900
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • Year built: 1906

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Heating: Forced Air
    • HeatingYN: true
    • CoolingYN: true
    • ConstructionMaterials: Other, Masonry
    • StoriesTotal: 3
    • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
    • SpecialListingConditions: Standard
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • ParkingFeatures: On Street
    • BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
    • MlsStatus: Pending
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
    • TaxAnnualAmount: 4437.0

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/13/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2329712 Report a problem
    3/7/2024Listed for rent$3,995$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2329712 Report a problem
    12/1/2020Sold$495,000+4.2%$286/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach #PAPH942220_19118 Report a problem
    10/11/2020Pending sale$475,000$275/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square #PAPH942220 Report a problem
    10/5/2020Listed for sale$475,000+36.1%$275/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square #PAPH942220 Report a problem
    6/1/2016Sold$349,000$202/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/9/2016Listed for sale$349,000$202/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach #6764271 Report a problem
    2/4/2015Listing removed$349,000$202/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6471425 Report a problem
    11/30/2014Price change$349,000-2.5%$202/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6471425 Report a problem
    10/14/2014Listed for sale$358,000-7%$207/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6471425 Report a problem
    5/7/2009Listing removed$385,000$223/sqft
    Source: eWebEngine #5485804 Report a problem
    2/20/2009Listed for sale$385,000+24.6%$223/sqft
    Source: eWebEngine #5485804 Report a problem
    7/14/2006Sold$309,000+171.1%$179/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/4/1998Sold$114,000+8.3%$66/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/28/1996Sold$105,250$61/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,468 +12.7%$533,500 +12.7%
    2024$6,624 $473,200
    2023$6,624 +49.3%$473,200
    2022$4,437 --
    2021$4,437 -4.2%--
    2018$4,632 --
    2017$4,632 +39%--
    2016$3,332 --
    2015$3,332 --
    2014$3,332 +4.5%$238,000 +517.7%
    2012$3,189 $38,528
    2011-- $38,528
    2010-- $38,528
    2009-- $38,528
    2008-- $38,528
    2007-- $38,528 +7.5%
    2006-- $35,840
    2005-- $35,840
    2004-- $35,840 +4.2%
    2003-- $34,400 +16.5%
    2002-- $29,536 +16.5%
    2000-- $25,344 +2.2%
    1999-- $24,800

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: JOHN STORY JENKS SCHOOL
    • Middle: JOHN STORY JENKS SCHOOL
    • High: GERMANTOWN
    • District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

    Source: The 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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