Searching for 1 floor living? Check out this classic Mid-Century contemporary single ranch home located in beautiful Upper Roxborough/Andorra neighborhood adjoining the lush Upper Roxborough Reservoir Nature Preserve with a bucolic walking trail. This fine home is in absolute move-in condition and features solid masonry construction, an open floor plan with sun filled spaces, gleaming original exposed parquet wood flooring, spacious kitchen with an abundance of light colored cabinetry, Anderson replacement windows, living room with wood burning fireplace, updated gas heat & central air, manicured landscaping, majestic shade tree, off street parking, serene rear yard with relaxing patio area & storage shed. Super convenient location that is just steps to bus stop to Center City, Andorra Shopping Center, and minutes to IvyRidge Shopping Center, IvyRidge Train Station to Center City, Wissahickon Park trails, and major routes of travel. Enjoy easy living in a beautiful and convenient location.
Sold for $417,055
$417,055
8005 Lare St, Philadelphia, PA 19128
2beds
1,610sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,584 Square Feet Lot
$422,100 Zestimate®
$259/sqft
$1,867 Estimated rent
Home value
$422,100
$388,000 - $460,000
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Serene rear yardOff street parkingManicured landscapingOpen floor planAnderson replacement windowsSun filled spacesMajestic shade tree
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Listed by:
Dennis McGuinn 610-828-1616,
Realty Broker Direct,
Co-Listing Agent: Jeanne L Mcguinn 610-828-1616,
Realty Broker Direct
Bought with:
Janette Spirk, RS324145
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2534888
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Level: Lower
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Open Floorplan, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Windows,Partial,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,610
- Total interior livable area: 1,610 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,170
- Finished area below ground: 440
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,584 sqft
- Dimensions: 57.00 x 115.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 212497100
- Zoning: RSD3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Andorra
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2025 | Sold | $417,055-0.7%$259/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2534888 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $419,900$261/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2534888 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Contingent | $419,900$261/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2534888 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $419,900+64.7%$261/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2534888 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2016 | Sold | $255,000-3.7%$158/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2016 | Listed for sale | $264,900$165/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Philly #6847046 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2016 | Pending sale | $264,900$165/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Philadelphia - Center City #6847046 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $264,900+26.1%$165/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Philadelphia - Center City #6847046 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2008 | Sold | $210,000$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,186 +17.8% | $370,500 +17.8% |
| 2024 | $4,404 | $314,600 |
| 2023 | $4,404 +21.3% | $314,600 |
| 2022 | $3,630 | -- |
| 2021 | $3,630 +1% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,593 | -- |
| 2017 | $3,593 +15.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,109 +15.6% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,689 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,689 +4.5% | $222,100 +746.4% |
| 2012 | $2,574 | $26,240 |
| 2011 | -- | $26,240 |
| 2010 | -- | $26,240 |
| 2009 | -- | $26,240 |
| 2008 | -- | $26,240 |
| 2007 | -- | $26,240 |
| 2006 | -- | $26,240 |
| 2005 | -- | $26,240 |
| 2004 | -- | $26,240 +1.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $25,920 +2.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $25,280 +7.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $23,520 |
| 1999 | -- | $23,520 |
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Neighborhood: Roxborough
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Shawmont SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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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