Welcome to this sun-filled, lovingly maintained home with modern updates throughout, ideally located at 252 Cheltenham Ave in East Oak Lane. Fresh neutral paint, new vinyl flooring, and recessed lighting create a bright, cohesive feel, while opened dividing walls between the kitchen and dining room enhance the open flow—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The upgraded kitchen shines with marble countertops and high-end appliances. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features a private ensuite bath, complemented by two generously sized bedrooms and a second full bathroom. The partially finished walkout basement offers flexible space for a recreation area and includes a new GE washer and dryer. Added peace of mind comes with a Ring and Google camera system covering the front and rear of the home. Set in a quiet, green area near Tookany Creek, this home is minutes from the Melrose Park train station, Helen G. Sturgess Park, and an array of excellent nearby restaurants—putting convenience, nature, and neighborhood charm right at your doorstep. Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.
Sold for $285,000
$285,000
252 E Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120
3beds
1,296sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1965
1,795 Square Feet Lot
$286,000 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$1,781 Estimated rent
Home value
$286,000
$272,000 - $300,000
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Open flowMarble countertopsFresh neutral paintModern updates throughoutRecessed lightingHigh-end appliancesNew vinyl flooring
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Listed by:
Jimmy Caraway 215-917-0933,
Redfin Corporation
Bought with:
Monique Simpson, RS350243
Realty One Group Restore - BlueBell
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2582272
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 10
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Basement
- Features: Basement - Finished
- Level: Lower
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 16
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 17
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3 X 5
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 119 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 17
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 21
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 18
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,296
- Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,296
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,795 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 107.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 611473200
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry, Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat,Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Oak Lane
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $275,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,849
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $285,000-3.4%$220/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2582272 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Contingent | $295,000$228/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2582272 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $295,000+8.5%$228/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2582272 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2023 | Sold | $272,000-1.1%$210/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2245000 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2023 | Pending sale | $275,000$212/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2245000 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2023 | Price change | $275,000-5.1%$212/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2245000 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2023 | Listed for sale | $289,900+51%$224/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2245000 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2020 | Sold | $192,000-8.6%$148/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2020 | Pending sale | $209,999$162/sqft |
Source: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC #PAPH888304 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2020 | Price change | $209,999-4.5%$162/sqft |
Source: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC #PAPH888304 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $219,900+243.6%$170/sqft |
Source: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC #PAPH888304 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/1995 | Sold | $64,000$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,849 +25.2% | $275,000 +25.2% |
| 2024 | $3,074 | $219,600 |
| 2023 | $3,074 +47.4% | $219,600 |
| 2022 | $2,086 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,086 +7.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,939 +40.6% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,379 -15.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,624 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,624 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,624 +4.5% | $146,000 +674.6% |
| 2012 | $1,554 | $18,848 |
| 2011 | -- | $18,848 |
| 2010 | -- | $18,848 |
| 2009 | -- | $18,848 |
| 2008 | -- | $18,848 |
| 2007 | -- | $18,848 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $17,536 |
| 2005 | -- | $17,536 |
| 2004 | -- | $17,536 |
| 2003 | -- | $17,536 +8.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $16,224 |
| 2000 | -- | $16,224 |
| 1999 | -- | $16,224 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Melrose Park Gardens
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Finletter Thomas K SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Fels Samuel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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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