*BACK ON MARKET DUE TO BUYERS’ INABILITY TO GET MORTGAGE FINANCING* Welcome home to 8523 Benton Avenue, tucked away on a hidden gem of a street with Pennypack Park right in your own backyard! This charming 2-bedroom home has been lovingly cared for and is ready for its next chapter. Step inside to find beautifully restored hardwood floors, fresh neutral paint throughout, and a cozy layout perfect for everyday living. The finished side of the basement provides extra living space, a convenient half bath, and plenty of storage. The laundry area is also located on this floor, and from the basement you can step right out to the driveway, where you’ll love the detached oversized garage, providing plenty of space for parking, storage, or even a workshop. Recent updates include a new oven, new garage door, a new roof (2025) & hot water heater (2023), offering peace of mind to the new owner. Whether you’re relaxing inside or enjoying the beauty of the park just steps away, this well-maintained property is truly a special place to call home. Schedule your showing soon, or you might miss out on this exceptional property.
Sold for $275,000
$275,000
8523 Benton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152
2beds
820sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
3,485 Square Feet Lot
$279,400 Zestimate®
$335/sqft
$1,660 Estimated rent
Home value
$279,400
$257,000 - $305,000
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New garage doorNew roofDetached oversized garageNew ovenPlenty of storageConvenient half bathFresh neutral paint
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Listed by:
Cheryl Anton 215-816-9866,
Realty One Group Supreme
Bought with:
Neil Galauski, RS0038581
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2541254
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 18
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Basement
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Basement - Finished, Flooring - Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Laundry
- Features: Double Sink, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Ceiling, Lighting - Wall sconces
- Level: Lower
- Area: 152 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Driveway, On Street, Alley Access
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level,One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Other
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,485 sqft
- Dimensions: 125' x 28'
- Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Not In Development
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 562427800
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | Sold | $275,000$335/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2541254 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Pending sale | $275,000$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541254 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2025 | Contingent | $275,000$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541254 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541254 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Contingent | $275,000$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541254 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2541254 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,711 +26.2% | $265,100 +26.2% |
| 2024 | $2,941 | $210,100 |
| 2023 | $2,941 +6.3% | $210,100 |
| 2022 | $2,766 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,766 +9.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,518 +28.6% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,958 +10.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,765 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,765 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,765 +4.5% | $156,100 +612.1% |
| 2012 | $1,690 | $21,920 |
| 2011 | -- | $21,920 |
| 2010 | -- | $21,920 |
| 2009 | -- | $21,920 |
| 2008 | -- | $21,920 |
| 2007 | -- | $21,920 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $20,384 |
| 2005 | -- | $20,384 |
| 2004 | -- | $20,384 +6.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $19,136 +6.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $17,984 |
| 2000 | -- | $17,984 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Rhawnhurst
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Farrell Louis H SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Northeast High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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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