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Sold for $183,000
  • $183,000

    2545 Kern St, Philadelphia, PA 19125

    2beds
    695sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1875
    481 Square Feet Lot
    $223,800 Zestimate®
    $263/sqft
    $1,592 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $223,800

    $204,000 - $246,000

    $1,592/mo

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    What's special

    Rear yardOak floorsFull laundryGreat lightRefinished oak floorsFront bedroomKern street garden
    Here's a lovely and affordable 2 story, 2 bedroom, thoroughly upgraded house in an exciting area. 1ST FLOOR; Enter into front living area with original hardwood floors and stairs. 2nd living area on other side of stairway before passage to rear kitchen with retro black and white 1950's style cabinets, long washboard sink, a great amount of storage, room to cook and host friends. Rear yard has room enough for guests and grilling 2ND FLOOR: Front bedroom with great light and closet - also with refinished oak floors. Full bath is off hallway with all ceramic fixtures. There is a very quite and private feeling bedroom in the back of the house with great space, oak floors and storage. BASEMENT has full laundry and good height for crafting, music, or storage. All mechanicals have been upgraded. 2 houses down there is the Kern Street Garden, a lovely green space created by the neighbors. House is very close to public transit - the EL Station is 3 blocks away as well as the 5 Bus on Frankford Ave steps away. Both are a quick trip to Center City. This is your opportunity to own your own home, on a great block with great neighbors - in a neighborhood that continues to inspire investment for well over a decade now. House is a pleasure to walkthrough and easy to show. --Thanks--

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jeff Carpineta 215-833-6720,

    Solo Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Julio Lajara, RS313320

    Homestarr Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2284086MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Basement: Other
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 695
    • Total interior livable area: 695 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 695
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 481 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12.00 x 41.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 311174400
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry
    • Foundation: Stone
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1875

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: East Kensington
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $263/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $154,700
    • Annual tax amount: $2,165
    • Date on market: 10/2/2023
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Inclusions: All Kitchen And Laundry Appliances Currently At Property
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/6/2023Sold$183,000-1.6%$263/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2284086 Report a problem
    11/1/2023Pending sale$186,000$268/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2284086 Report a problem
    10/19/2023Price change$186,000-3.6%$268/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2284086 Report a problem
    10/2/2023Listed for sale$193,000-1.5%$278/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2284086 Report a problem
    11/30/2021Listing removed--
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    10/19/2021Listed for rent$1,250$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium #PAPH2038026 Report a problem
    10/5/2021Price change$196,000-6.2%$282/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2027056 Report a problem
    9/20/2021Price change$209,000-4.6%$301/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2027056 Report a problem
    9/3/2021Listed for sale$219,000+21.7%$315/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2027056 Report a problem
    6/17/2019Listing removed$179,900$259/sqft
    Source: Solo Real Estate, Inc. #PAPH785964 Report a problem
    6/6/2019Price change$179,900-5.3%$259/sqft
    Source: Solo Real Estate, Inc. #PAPH785964 Report a problem
    5/31/2019Price change$189,900-2.6%$273/sqft
    Source: Solo Real Estate, Inc. #PAPH785964 Report a problem
    5/22/2019Price change$194,900-2.5%$280/sqft
    Source: Solo Real Estate, Inc. #PAPH785964 Report a problem
    5/8/2019Price change$199,900-4.8%$288/sqft
    Source: Solo Real Estate, Inc. #PAPH785964 Report a problem
    4/19/2019Price change$209,900-4.5%$302/sqft
    Source: Solo Real Estate, Inc. #PAPH785964 Report a problem
    4/12/2019Listed for sale$219,900+378%$316/sqft
    Source: Solo Real Estate, Inc. #PAPH785964 Report a problem
    9/6/2012Sold$46,000+2.2%$66/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/1/2012Listing removed$45,000$65/sqft
    Source: Bucks County Regional Realty LLC, Keller Williams Real Estate #5996146 Report a problem
    5/24/2012Price change$45,000-11.8%$65/sqft
    Source: Bucks County Regional Realty LLC, Keller Williams Real Estate #5996146 Report a problem
    1/25/2012Listed for sale$51,000-15%$73/sqft
    Source: Bucks County Regional Realty LLC, Keller Williams Real Estate #5996146 Report a problem
    1/9/2008Sold$60,000+1400%$86/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/15/2007Sold$4,000+33.3%$6/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/9/2007Sold$3,000$4/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/2/2007Sold$3,000-50%$4/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/6/1999Sold$6,000$9/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,618 +20.9%$187,000 +20.9%
    2024$2,165 $154,700
    2023$2,165 +35.9%$154,700
    2022$1,593 --
    2021$1,593 +7.8%--
    2018$1,478 --
    2017$1,478 +59.5%--
    2016$927 --
    2015$927 --
    2014$927 +24.8%$55,400 +1802.5%
    2012$742 $2,912
    2011-- $2,912
    2010-- $2,912
    2009-- $2,912
    2008-- $2,912
    2007-- $2,912 +7.1%
    2006-- $2,720
    2005-- $2,720
    2004-- $2,720
    2003-- $2,720 -5.6%
    2002-- $2,880
    2000-- $2,880 +12.5%
    1999-- $2,560
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: East Kensington

    Nearby schools

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    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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