This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath straight-through home in Penrose Park is ideal for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking for homeownership with convenience and potential. Step into a spacious living room, dining area, and an updated kitchen with ample cabinets and prep space — perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The mechanical room has easy access to the washer/dryer area and the first-floor half bath. The kitchen gives direct access to the ample fenced-in backyard. The backyard has access to a short grassy alley to the side street. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, and great closet space throughout. Enjoy in-house access garage, paved driveway, and plenty of on-street parking. Plus, plenty of ample outdoor space. ✔ FHA, VA & Conventional financing welcome ✔ Strong rental potential for buy-and-hold investors ✔ Close to the airport, I-95, public transit, schools & shopping ✔ Just minutes from Eastwick, Tinicum, and University City This home is clean, functional, and priced right — a smart pick for anyone ready to buy now and build equity. 📅 Schedule your private showing today before it’s gone!
Sold for $215,875
$215,875
8133 Buist Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153
3beds
1,360sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1965
1,981 Square Feet Lot
$220,600 Zestimate®
$159/sqft
$2,434 Estimated rent
Home value
$220,600
$201,000 - $243,000
$2,434/mo
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Grassy alleyMechanical roomPlenty of on-street parkingPaved drivewayIn-house access garageFenced-in backyardGreat closet space
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Listed by:
Stacey Duke-Middleton 484-393-5842,
BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square
Bought with:
Mike Cirillo, 0343522
Better Homes Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2491834
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space
- Flooring: Carpet
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,360
- Total interior livable area: 1,360 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,360
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Free, Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,981 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.00 x 90.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 405795968
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial,Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate
- Subdivision: Penrose Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $159/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $176,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,463
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional,FHA 203(k)
- Inclusions: All Appliances At Zero Dollar Value.
- Exclusions: All Owner's Personal Property.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2025 | Sold | $215,875-6.1%$159/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2491834 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2025 | Contingent | $230,000$169/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2491834 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000$169/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2491834 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,464 +11.9% | $176,000 +11.9% |
| 2024 | $2,202 | $157,300 |
| 2023 | $2,202 +24.2% | $157,300 |
| 2022 | $1,774 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,774 +8.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,636 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,636 +20.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,361 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,361 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,361 +4.5% | $97,200 +438.6% |
| 2012 | $1,302 | $18,048 |
| 2011 | -- | $18,048 |
| 2010 | -- | $18,048 |
| 2009 | -- | $18,048 |
| 2008 | -- | $18,048 |
| 2007 | -- | $18,048 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $16,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $16,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $16,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $16,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $16,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $16,800 |
| 1999 | -- | $16,800 |
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Neighborhood: Eastwick
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Penrose SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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