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Sold for $475,000
  • $475,000

    938 Penn Ave, Glenside, PA 19038

    4beds
    2,030sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1956
    6,890 Square Feet Lot
    $544,700 Zestimate®
    $234/sqft
    $3,323 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $544,700

    $517,000 - $572,000

    $3,323/mo

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    What's special

    Counter topsMain drain line replacementNew kitchen appliancesPanoramic viewNewer windowsVapor barrierPrivate backyard
    Clear your weekend schedule and DO NOT miss this well-maintained and updated Abington School District single-family home in the Ardsley section of desired Glenside, PA. 938 Penn Ave has all the offerings you need to call home, and then some. Located several blocks from LuLu Country Club, Ardsley Park, Queen of Peace, Joe's Market, schools, shopping and more...this flat lot backs up to Conway Field treating you to an unobstructed panoramic view of the lush fields. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms with over 2,200 useable square feet, this gem has plenty of closet space and sizeable bedrooms for all to enjoy. Entertaining is a breeze with a spacious and open first floor that leads out to a charming deck space and private backyard. A bedroom and full hallway bathroom serve well for a home office or playroom, if needed. The finished basement has been completely waterproofed including vapor barrier and is the perfect setting for a family room and hang out space. The upstairs offers 3 spacious bedrooms including the primary bed/bathroom with a soaking tub. The current owners have improved almost every room in the home including newer windows (2015), new Kitchen appliances and counter tops (2015) water heater and HVAC, main drain line replacement, hardwired smoke detectors and more. Showings begin Saturday 8/12

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    Listed by:

    Kevin Gilmore 215-206-1335,

    RE/MAX Centre Realtors

    Bought with:

    Patrick Frain, RS281662

    Re/Max One Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2080500MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom
    Basement
    • Area: 635
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Flat, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Engineered Wood, Wood, Ceramic Tile
    • Windows: Double Hung, Replacement, Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Drainage System,Improved,Partially Finished,Sump Pump,Water Proofing System
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,235
    • Total interior livable area: 2,030 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,600
    • Finished area below ground: 430

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Concrete, Driveway, On Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Doors - Lever Handle(s)
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Other, Private
    • Fencing: Chain Link
    Lot
    • Size: 6,890 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 52.00 x 0.00
    • Features: Backs - Parkland, Suburban
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 300052708002
    • Zoning: H
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod,Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Good,Very Good,Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1956
    • Major remodel year: 2015

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Ardsley
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Glenside
    • Municipality: ABINGTON TWP

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $234/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $130,150
    • Annual tax amount: $5,775
    • Date on market: 8/10/2023
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: FHA,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer & Refrigerator (as-is Condition W / No Warranties)
    • Exclusions: Freezer In Basement Excluded. Shelving In Utility Room & Bar / Stools Negotiable.
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/28/2023Sold$475,000+1.3%$234/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAMC2080500 Report a problem
    9/14/2023Pending sale$469,000$231/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAMC2080500 Report a problem
    8/15/2023Contingent$469,000$231/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAMC2080500 Report a problem
    8/10/2023Listed for sale$469,000+63.5%$231/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAMC2080500 Report a problem
    10/9/2015Sold$286,900+0.7%$141/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/6/2015Listed for sale$284,900+72.7%$140/sqft
    Source: Tri-County Realty Philadelphia Report a problem
    11/27/2013Listing removed--
    Source: Tri-County Realty Philadelphia Report a problem
    11/25/2013Listed for sale--
    Source: Tri-County Realty Philadelphia Report a problem
    7/12/2013Listing removed$165,000$81/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate #5992926 Report a problem
    6/19/2013Listed for sale$165,000+13.8%$81/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate #5992926 Report a problem
    6/4/2013Sold$145,000-12.1%$71/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/17/2013Listing removed$165,000$81/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #5992926 Report a problem
    8/22/2012Listed for sale$165,000$81/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #5992926 Report a problem
    3/7/2012Listing removed$165,000$81/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #5992926 Report a problem
    2/28/2012Price change$165,000-10.8%$81/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #5992926 Report a problem
    2/16/2012Price change$185,000-14%$91/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #5992926 Report a problem
    1/17/2012Listed for sale$215,000-24.6%$106/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate- Blue Bell #5992926 Report a problem
    10/30/2006Sold$285,000+51.2%$140/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/21/2003Sold$188,500+50.8%$93/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/14/2000Sold$125,000$62/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,269 +5.3%$130,150
    2024$5,956 $130,150
    2023$5,956 +6.5%$130,150
    2022$5,591 +5.7%$130,150
    2021$5,290 +0.4%$130,150
    2020$5,267 +1%$130,150
    2019$5,214 +0.6%$130,150
    2018$5,183 +3.5%$130,150
    2017$5,010 +3.2%$130,150
    2016$4,857 +7.3%$130,150 +4%
    2015$4,528 +3.6%$125,150
    2014$4,370 +0.2%$125,150
    2013$4,363 +0.6%$125,150
    2012$4,339 +1.3%$125,150
    2011$4,282 +2.4%$125,150
    2010$4,182 -0.5%$125,150
    2009$4,202 +2%$125,150
    2008$4,118 +3.6%--
    2007$3,976 +5.7%--
    2006$3,761 +5.1%--
    2005$3,579 +6.8%--
    2004$3,350 +0.7%--
    2003$3,327 +3.3%--
    2002$3,222 +7.4%--
    2000$3,000 +4.7%--
    1999$2,865 --
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 19038

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Abington Junior High School
    • High: Abington Senior
    • District: Abington

    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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