Set on an oversized lot in a convenient Torresdale location, 9231 Academy Rd is an updated, move-in ready home offering 2-3 bedrooms, 1and 1/2 bathrooms, a large finished attic, an expansive basement, a sprawling backyard, a driveway, and a detached garage. Out front, you’re greeted by a gated lawn, mature trees that add privacy, and a welcoming porch. Inside, hardwood floors stretch across the bright main level, where an open, sunlit living room flows into a separate dining area. The updated kitchen is fitted with generous wood cabinetry, granite counters, a distinctive tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Two bright bedrooms and an updated full bathroom complete the main level. Upstairs, the finished attic provides an impressive amount of additional living space, making it ideal for a home office, media room, playroom, or guest area. The basement adds laundry, abundant storage, and plenty of potential for a workshop, gym, or future finished space. Out back, the huge fenced yard offers endless possibilities for gardening, entertaining, pets, or creating a private oasis. The detached garage and driveway provide convenient off-street parking and additional storage. This prime Torresdale location is close to popular shopping centers and restaurants along Academy Road, Roosevelt Boulevard, and Cottman Avenue, including Whitman Square and Roosevelt Mall. Sprawling Pennypack Park boasts scenic trails steps away, while the Northeast Philadelphia Airport and John F. Byrne Golf Club are also close. Plus, there’s convenient access to I-95 and Rt-1. Schedule your showing today!
For sale
$340,000
9231 Academy Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19114
3beds
1,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$331,900 Zestimate®
$283/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garageHuge fenced yardOversized lotTwo bright bedroomsWelcoming porchBright main levelGated lawn
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Stuart Cohen 215-275-0800,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: The Mike Mccann Team, Co-Listing Team: The Mike Mccann Team,Co-Listing Agent: Zachary Cohen 610-513-4072,
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2634472
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,200
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Covered, Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60.00 x 125.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 572341300
- Zoning: RSD3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Torresdale
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $283/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $296,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,153
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Laundry And Window Treatments
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$331,900
$315,000 - $348,000
$2,440/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $340,000+107.3%$283/sqft |
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| 1/22/2008 | Sold | $164,000$137/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,153 +22.5% | $296,700 +22.5% |
| 2024 | $3,390 | $242,200 |
| 2023 | $3,390 +29.3% | $242,200 |
| 2022 | $2,622 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,622 +4.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,511 +28.7% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,951 -18.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,397 +15% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,084 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,084 +4.5% | $178,900 +683% |
| 2012 | $1,995 | $22,848 |
| 2011 | -- | $22,848 |
| 2010 | -- | $22,848 |
| 2009 | -- | $22,848 |
| 2008 | -- | $22,848 |
| 2007 | -- | $22,848 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $21,248 |
| 2005 | -- | $21,248 |
| 2004 | -- | $21,248 |
| 2003 | -- | $21,248 +7.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $19,744 +1.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $19,488 |
| 1999 | -- | $19,488 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Academy Gardens
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Holme Thomas SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 3/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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