Welcome to 8507 Forrest Ave, a classic home in the desirable East Mt. Airy section of Philadelphia. This property offers nearly 1200 square feet of living space and is full of potential for the buyer looking to add their own personal touches. The main level features a spacious living room and a formal dining room both accented by original hardwood floors, with the kitchen set conveniently to the side. Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms with good closet space and a full hall bathroom. An attached garage provides added convenience, parking, or storage. There is also a rear driveway and rear entrance into the property. The basement is partially finished and has all mechanical systems. With some updates and renovations, this property has the potential to become a standout home--whether for resale, rental or as a personal dwelling. Property being sold in "As-Is" Condition.
Sold for $187,000
$187,000
8507 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150
3beds
1,164sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1950
2,024 Square Feet Lot
$189,100 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$1,991 Estimated rent
Home value
$189,100
$174,000 - $206,000
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Formal dining roomOriginal hardwood floorsGood closet spaceGenerously sized bedrooms
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Listed by:
Mr. Michael A Giangiordano II 267-688-1449,
Century 21 Forrester Real Estate,
Co-Listing Agent: Stephen Moscatelli 215-280-6129,
Century 21 Forrester Real Estate
Bought with:
Joshua Ringgold, RS295417
Mega Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2540002
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,164
- Total interior livable area: 1,164 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,164
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Attached, On Street, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,024 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 125.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 502231000
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: AirLite
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available, Sewer Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: East Mt Airy
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other,Private Financing Available
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2026 | Sold | $187,000$161/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Sold | $187,000-6.5%$161/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Pending sale | $199,900$172/sqft |
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| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,900$172/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,116 +23.9% | $222,600 +23.9% |
| 2024 | $2,514 | $179,600 |
| 2023 | $2,514 +40% | $179,600 |
| 2022 | $1,796 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,796 -4.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,876 +42.6% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,316 -8.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,433 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,433 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,433 +4.5% | $132,400 +724.2% |
| 2012 | $1,372 | $16,064 |
| 2011 | -- | $16,064 |
| 2010 | -- | $16,064 |
| 2009 | -- | $16,064 |
| 2008 | -- | $16,064 |
| 2007 | -- | $16,064 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $14,944 |
| 2005 | -- | $14,944 |
| 2004 | -- | $14,944 +4.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $14,304 +4.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $13,728 +10.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $12,416 +5.4% |
| 1999 | -- | $11,776 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cedarbrook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mccloskey John F SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 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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Estimated market value
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