It took me three years to find these owners a new house. Why so long? Because it's hard to upgrade when you're already in the 98th percentile of homes in University City. It's got Big Wow features that separate it from the ordinary. The architectural detail is stunning, and it's intact. Leaded glass, pocket doors. parquet floors; check, check, check. It's got yard. It's got parking. It's got a second floor front parlor to die for. Lest I forget, this property is zoned as a two family, and the third floor has a separate private entrance. Should you decide to rent out the third floor, you might be able to knock a couple grand off your mortgage payment. Right across the street is Blue Ribbon award winning Penn Alexander elementary school, and yes it's in the catchment area. Take a look at the photos, then come take a look in person. Prepare to be blown away.
Sold for $880,000
$880,000
4230 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
6beds
3,696sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
3,946 Square Feet Lot
$955,000 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$4,562 Estimated rent
Home value
$955,000
$888,000 - $1.04M
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Listed by:
Lindsay Johnston 215-222-2300,
Common Ground Realtors
Bought with:
Jim Israel, 2549478
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2372976
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Concrete,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,696
- Total interior livable area: 3,696 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,696
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,946 sqft
- Dimensions: 25.00 x 160.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 272042500
- Zoning: RTA1
- Zoning description: Allows for two family dwelling.
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Unknown,Pitched
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: University City
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2024 | Sold | $880,000-1.7%$238/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2372976 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2024 | Pending sale | $895,000$242/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2372976 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2024 | Price change | $895,000+1.1%$242/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2372976 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2024 | Pending sale | $885,000$239/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2372976 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $885,000+347%$239/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2372976 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2000 | Sold | $198,000$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,096 +106.1% | $864,100 +106.1% |
| 2024 | $5,868 | $419,200 |
| 2023 | $5,868 -25.5% | $419,200 |
| 2022 | $7,874 | -- |
| 2021 | $7,874 +3.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $7,579 +8% | -- |
| 2017 | $7,019 +82.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,840 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,840 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,840 +4.5% | $304,300 +598.2% |
| 2012 | $3,676 | $43,584 |
| 2011 | -- | $43,584 |
| 2010 | -- | $43,584 |
| 2009 | -- | $43,584 |
| 2008 | -- | $43,584 |
| 2007 | -- | $43,584 +5.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $41,408 |
| 2005 | -- | $41,408 |
| 2004 | -- | $41,408 -10% |
| 2003 | -- | $46,016 |
| 2002 | -- | $46,016 +24.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $36,960 |
| 1999 | -- | $36,960 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Spruce Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Penn Alexander SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10West Philadelphia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Penn Alexander School
- 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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