288 Congress Avenue

Lansdowne, PA 19050

$255,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,386 Sq. Ft.
$184 / Sq. Ft.
1,386
Sq. Ft.
$184
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This Property is Eligible for $10k Pathway to Prosperity Grant! Ask seller's agent for details! Welcome to 288 Congress Avenue, nestled in the heart of Lansdowne, Delaware County, PA. This charming residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience in a long-standing, beautiful community. You will immediately feel at home as you arrive on this residential street, filled with greenery and a welcoming atmosphere! Mornings on the front porch are best enjoyed with a cup of coffee in...This Property is Eligible for $10k Pathway to Prosperity Grant! Ask seller's agent for details! Welcome to 288 Congress Avenue, nestled in the heart of Lansdowne, Delaware County, PA. This charming residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience in a long-standing, beautiful community. You will immediately feel at home as you arrive on this residential street, filled with greenery and a welcoming atmosphere! Mornings on the front porch are best enjoyed with a cup of coffee in hand, and evenings are perfect for unwinding after a long day. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by a cozy and inviting newly renovated (2021) living room, traditional dining room with newly updated hardwood flooring and freshly painted walls throughout. The newly renovated eat-in kitchen with new/updated stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, custom cabinetry and porcelain flooring offer ample counter and storage space. Upstairs, on the second floor you will find three spacious bedrooms with illuminating natural light, hardwood flooring, ample closet space and a full bath. Downstairs, the finished basement offers a versatile space that accommodates your lifestyle needs. Whether it's a cozy retreat for movie nights, a home gym, entertainment area for social gatherings or a children’s play area, this space is yours to customize! Complete with a convenient laundry area, full bathroom and laminate plank flooring. The lower level also provides walkout access to the fenced-in backyard and private driveway which leads to the detached garage, providing secure parking and additional storage space for your convenience. This property is located in Lansdowne Borough, within the William Penn School District and is close to shopping and public transportation, 6 miles from Philadelphia and 9 minutes from PHL Airport. Don’t miss your chance to make 288 Congress Avenue your forever home – schedule your showing today and embark on a journey of endless possibilities in Lansdowne, PA!
  1. Listed by Lesley C Greene
    P: 2157409140 lesley.greene@lnf.com

Property Details for 288 Congress Avenue

Tax ID Number
23-00-00626-00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
2
Furnished
No

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/21/2024 07:58 PM

Property Details for 288 Congress Avenue

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #PADE2063820
Days on Market3
Taxes$5,188 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,614 SF
CountyDelaware County

Location

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Building Information for 288 Congress Avenue

Stories2Residences-Year Built1930Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,614 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,824 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,392

Property Taxes

$432

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 288 Congress Avenue

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile, Airport less than 10 miles
  • School District Name: WILLIAM PENN
  • School District County ID: 300200397351
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: PENN WOOD (DELAWARE PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: PENN WOOD HIGH SCHOOL - GREEN AVE CAMPUS (DELAWARE PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: DELAWARE
  • MLS Area: Lansdowne Boro (10423)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $126,470
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $379
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $83,740
  • City Town Tax: $923
  • Land Assessed Value: $42,730
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: R-10
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Zoning Dscrp: RESID
  • Tax Lot: 046-000
  • School Tax: $3,885
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Countertop(s) - Granite, Kitchen - Eat-in, Flooring - Other
Room 4
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Basement - Finished, Flooring - Laminate Plank
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2021
  • Building Level Count: 3
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,386.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,386.00
  • Total SQFT: 1,386.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Stone
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Heated, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 25.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Parcel ID: 491833
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Patio(s), Screened
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Internet Services: Cable
Confidential Data
Listing Office

Property History for 288 Congress Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 288 Congress Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$42,730Additions$83,740Total$126,470
Tax Record2023$4,867 ($406 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,386 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,386 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,479 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyDELAWAREAPN23-00-00626-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 288 Congress Avenue

This home is within William Penn School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Ardmore Avenue School
PublicK to 6

Penn Wood Middle School
Public7 to 8

Penn Wood High School
Public9 to 12

Aldan Elementary School
PublicK to 6

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