1438 West Shunk Street

Closed 11/8/24

Last Sold Price

$362,000

4 beds2 baths1,560 sqft$232/sqft

1438 W Shunk St, Philadelphia, PA 19145

Description

Upon entering, you're welcomed into a spacious living area with 9-foot ceilings that immediately create an airy, open atmosphere. The wider layout makes the space feel even more expansive than usual for homes in this area. The straight-thru layout leads seamlessly from the living area to the kitchen. Moving past the living room, you enter a large dining room. The added width of this home ensures there’s plenty of room for a full-sized dining table, making it ideal for family gatherings and entertaining....Upon entering, you're welcomed into a spacious living area with 9-foot ceilings that immediately create an airy, open atmosphere. The wider layout makes the space feel even more expansive than usual for homes in this area. The straight-thru layout leads seamlessly from the living area to the kitchen. Moving past the living room, you enter a large dining room. The added width of this home ensures there’s plenty of room for a full-sized dining table, making it ideal for family gatherings and entertaining. At the rear of the first floor is the standout feature—a very large kitchen equipped with new Samsung appliances. The kitchen includes a sleek refrigerator, oven, microwave, and dishwasher, all brand new and modern. The cabinetry is extensive, offering plenty of storage, the countertops provide ample prep space and extra space to add an additional table or island. The second floor features four bedrooms with the two middle bedrooms connecting to the large end bedrooms. Both connecting bedrooms are currently being utilized as walk-in closets. The spacious hallway bathroom includes a skylight that brings in natural light, making it bright and welcoming. The skylight enhances the space, making the bathroom feel even more spacious. The basement is fully finished and serves as an excellent additional living space. Whether used as a family room, entertainment area, or home gym, the basement is versatile and well-lit, possibly with recessed lighting. It’s also where you’ll find the laundry area, which is equipped with washer and dryer hookups for convenience. The property has a recently installed roof, ensuring the home is well-protected and reducing maintenance concerns for years to come. If that’s not enough, this home is located close to essential amenities like grocery stores, coffee shops, and restaurants are all within walking distance. The nearby East Passyunk Avenue is a well-known destination for dining and shopping, offering a range of options from casual eateries to upscale restaurants. The area also boasts a variety of local businesses, making it convenient for daily needs. Also the home is well-served by public transportation, with easy access to SEPTA bus routes and the Broad Street Line, making commuting to Center City and other parts of Philadelphia quick and convenient. The proximity to major thoroughfares like Broad Street and I-76 also provides easy access to surrounding neighborhoods and the suburbs.

LISTING CLOSED: 11/08/2024 12:00 AM

Listed by Robert Fisher • Re/Max One Realty
P: (215) 520-8413 robfisherrealty@gmail.com

Property Details for 1438 West Shunk Street

Status

Closed

MLS #

PAPH2386576

Days on Market

Taxes

$3,646 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Townhouse

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1920

Lot Size

0.02 AC / 1,008 SF

County

Philadelphia County

Tax ID Number

261051400

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Interior Row/Townhouse

Style

Straight Thru

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

Garage

Subdivision

GIRARD ESTATES

Subdivision

GIRARD ESTATES (PHILADELPHIA PA)

Municipality

PHILADELPHIA

Total Parking Spaces

Central Air

Yes

Basement

Yes

Above Grade Finished SQFT

1,560.00

Above Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

Below Grade Finished SQFT

.00

Below Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

Below Grade Unfinished SQFT

.00

Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source

Assessor

Total Below Grade SQFT

.00

Total Below Grade SQFT Source

Assessor

New Construction

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$375,000

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

96.9%

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Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,536
Square Feet: 0.02
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a view of a patio with table and chairs and potted plants

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Building Information for 1438 West Shunk Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,008 SF

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$2,144 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,840

Property Taxes

$304

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Property Information for 1438 West Shunk Street

Location

School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District County ID: 300200397108

SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: PHILADELPHIA
MLS Area: 19145 (19145)

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

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2024
Tax Assessed Value: $260,500

Year Assessed: 2024
Improvement Assessed Value: $208,400
City Town Tax: $1,604
Land Assessed Value: $52,100
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: O30
Zoning: RSA5
Tax Lot: 280
School Tax: $2,042
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
TaxDataUpdatedYN: No

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 4
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

Rooms

Stories: Main

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 1,560.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,560.00
Total SQFT: 1,560.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Masonry
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8032/9633/7722/803296337722_512_384_WM_Z0RmZDouryWYLTcY.jpg
Basement Type: Partially Finished
Foundation Details: Other
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
# Bathrooms Full: 1
# Bathrooms Half: 1

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 63.00

Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Parcel ID: 1039948

Parking

Type Of Parking: None

Interior Features

Fireplace: No
Accessibility Features: None

Exterior Features

Pool: No Pool
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: None chosen (Non-REALTOR/Stockholder)
List Agent URL: RobFisherRealty.com

Property History for 1438 West Shunk Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Nov 8, 2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1545299412	$360,000	+3.9% / yr
Nov 8, 2024	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH2386576	$362,000	—
Oct 4, 2024	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2386576		—
Sep 18, 2024	Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2386576	$369,900	—
Aug 16, 2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2386576	$384,990	—
Aug 21, 2008	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #259954267	$195,000	+27.3% / yr
Aug 21, 2008	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH109962	$195,000	—
Jul 17, 2008	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH109962		—
Oct 26, 2007	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH109962	$269,900	—
Jul 31, 2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240486871	$151,000	—
Jul 31, 2007	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH129068	$150,000	—
Jun 13, 2007	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH129068		—
Apr 13, 2007	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH129068	$179,900	—
Apr 5, 2007	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000584233	$190,000	—
Apr 4, 2007	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000584233	$190,000	—
Dec 21, 2006	Expired BRIGHT #PAPH665548	$209,900	—
Sep 21, 2006	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH665548	$209,900	—
Dec 14, 2001	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH962854	$58,000	—
Oct 23, 2001	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH962854		—
Oct 20, 2001	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH962854	$58,900	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
11/08/2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1545299412	$360,000 +3.9% / yr
11/08/2024	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH2386576	$362,000
10/04/2024	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2386576	—
09/18/2024	Price Change BRIGHT #PAPH2386576	$369,900
08/16/2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2386576	$384,990
08/21/2008	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #259954267	$195,000 +27.3% / yr
08/21/2008	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH109962	$195,000
07/17/2008	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH109962	—
10/26/2007	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH109962	$269,900
07/31/2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240486871	$151,000
07/31/2007	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH129068	$150,000
06/13/2007	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH129068	—
04/13/2007	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH129068	$179,900
04/05/2007	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000584233	$190,000
04/04/2007	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000584233	$190,000
12/21/2006	Expired BRIGHT #PAPH665548	$209,900
09/21/2006	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH665548	$209,900
12/14/2001	Closed BRIGHT #PAPH962854	$58,000
10/23/2001	Pending BRIGHT #PAPH962854	—
10/20/2001	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH962854	$58,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1438 West Shunk Street

Taxable ValueLand$84,400Additions$337,600Total$422,000

Tax Record2026$4,048 ($337 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,008 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1920Year Renovated1920ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN26-1051400

Schools near 1438 West Shunk Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Bregy F Amedee School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	0.3 mi
3/10	South Philadelphia High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.4 mi
8/10	Gamp	Public - Choice school	5 to 12	0.6 mi
5/10	Creative And Performing Arts High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.5 mi
8/10	Academy At Palumbo	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.6 mi
5/10	Constitution High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	2.5 mi
NR	St Monica School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.1 mi
NR	Our Lady of Hope	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.4 mi
NR	St Richard Elementary School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Bregy F Amedee School PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	0.3 mi
3/10	South Philadelphia High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.4 mi
8/10	Gamp Public5 to 12 Choice school	0.6 mi
5/10	Creative And Performing Arts High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.5 mi
8/10	Academy At Palumbo Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.6 mi
5/10	Constitution High School Public9 to 12 Nearby school	2.5 mi
NR	St Monica School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.1 mi
NR	Our Lady of Hope PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.4 mi
NR	St Richard Elementary School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.4 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 1438 West Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$362,000	4	2	1,560	1,008
1440 West Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	–	–	–	1,728	–
1436 West Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$100,000	3	1	1,456	1,008
1434 West Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	–	3	1	1,456	1,008
2609 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	–	3	1	1,376	960
1432 West Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$98,000	4	2	1,600	945
2611 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$254,000	3	2	1,350	960
1430 West Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$200,000	4	2	1,356	945
1500 West Shunk Street, Unit 2, Philadelphia, PA 19145	–	–	–	3,840	–
2613 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$175,000	3	1	1,350	960
2610 South Carlisle Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$270,000	3	1	1,110	720
1428 West Shunk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$193,500	–	–	1,696	1,008
2612 South Carlisle Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$94,500	3	2	1,000	720
2615 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$165,000	3	2	1,248	900
2614 South Carlisle Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145	$259,900	3	1	1,110	720
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