1808 Griffith St

Beds
Baths
1,440 Sq. Ft.
$243 / Sq. Ft.
1,440
Sq. Ft.
$243
per Sq. Ft.

Description

BUYER financing fell through. Title is clear , Value is good. Seller is motivated and able to close quickly! Welcome to this distinctive detached home on a tree lined street in the Rhawnhurst section of the city. This home boasts mosaic work by Rachel Mosaic, (former assistant to Isaiah Zagar, Philadelphia Mural artist and creator of the Magic Gardens, South Street Philadelphia.) Stained Glass doors, in the first floor bedrooms and bathroom and remaining mosaics by the owner/artist. This is a gardener's...BUYER financing fell through. Title is clear , Value is good. Seller is motivated and able to close quickly! Welcome to this distinctive detached home on a tree lined street in the Rhawnhurst section of the city. This home boasts mosaic work by Rachel Mosaic, (former assistant to Isaiah Zagar, Philadelphia Mural artist and creator of the Magic Gardens, South Street Philadelphia.) Stained Glass doors, in the first floor bedrooms and bathroom and remaining mosaics by the owner/artist. This is a gardener's dream with a large rear garden that contains Pennsylvania Natives: Bee Balm, Black Adder , Herbs: valerian, 3 types of sage, lavender, mullein, soapwort and others. Did we mention the covered tent to protect young seedlings, and Mel's Square foot garden which has mojito, chocolate mint and chives (all perennials). Enter the first level to find a spacious living room with a separate dining area, 2 large rooms that can be used as a main floor bedroom and den, a sizable 3 piece bathroom , galley kitchen with an egress to the rear of the home. The second level is currently used as the owners art studio and offers a spacious living/dining combined area with a kitchen, 1spacious room and another 3 piece bathroom. This home boasts hardwood flooring throughout , a full basement with a workshop area and separate utility room and garage. This well maintained home is currently used as a single family home and has a longtime variance for a multi family with separate entrance. This is a must see and schedule your private tour today.

Property Details for 1808 Griffith Street

Tax ID Number
561530000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
10-11-2023
Subdivision
RHAWNHURST
LISTING UPDATED: 02/17/2026 01:00 AM

Property Details for 1808 Griffith Street

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2283692
Days on Market24
Taxes$3,710 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-Family / Fee Simple
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,041 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 1808 Griffith Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,041 SF

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Property Information for 1808 Griffith Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: NORTHEAST (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19111 (19111)
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
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $265,100
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $212,080
  • City Town Tax: $1,674
  • Land Assessed Value: $53,020
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: G36
  • Zoning: RSA3
  • Tax Lot: 100
  • School Tax: $2,036
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Rent Control: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Single Room Units Count: 0
  • One Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Units Furnished: None
  • Units Leased Count: 0
  • Number Of Units Vacant: 0
  • Number Of Units Month To Month: 0
  • Rent Control: No
Financial Information
Financial Information
  • Existing Lease Type: None
Building Info
Building Info
  • Building Units Total: 2
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,440.00
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 38.00 x 108.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1291252
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage, On Street
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Paved Parking
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Galley, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: French
  • Window Features: Replacement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Steam
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.riscosells.com

Property History for 1808 Griffith Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 31, 2024

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Dec 15, 2023

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Dec 12, 2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

$350,000
Dec 12, 2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

$350,000
Dec 7, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

Dec 7, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Dec 6, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Dec 4, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1524646061

$350,000

+3.9% / yr

Nov 29, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Nov 24, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Nov 24, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

Oct 25, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Oct 25, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Oct 25, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

Oct 24, 2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Oct 24, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

Oct 24, 2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

Oct 10, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

$375,000
Oct 10, 2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

$375,000
Mar 25, 2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005924584

$200,000
Mar 17, 2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #271211989

$200,000
Mar 9, 2009

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000847861

$209,000
Mar 4, 2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005924584

Sep 24, 2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000847861

$214,900
Sep 24, 2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005924584

$214,900
Jun 20, 2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000529481

$239,900
Jun 20, 2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000529463

$239,900
Jan 6, 2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000529481

$264,900
Jan 6, 2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000529463

$264,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/31/2024

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

12/15/2023

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

12/12/2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

$350,000
12/12/2023

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

$350,000
12/07/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

12/07/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

12/06/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

12/04/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1524646061

$350,000

+3.9% / yr

11/29/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

11/24/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

11/24/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

10/25/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

10/25/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

10/25/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

10/24/2023

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

10/24/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

10/24/2023

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

10/10/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2283692

$375,000
10/10/2023

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2281542

$375,000
03/25/2009

Closed

BRIGHT #1005924584

$200,000
03/17/2009

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #271211989

$200,000
03/09/2009

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000847861

$209,000
03/04/2009

Pending

BRIGHT #1005924584

09/24/2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000847861

$214,900
09/24/2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1005924584

$214,900
06/20/2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000529481

$239,900
06/20/2008

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000529463

$239,900
01/06/2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000529481

$264,900
01/06/2008

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000529463

$264,900

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Public Records for 1808 Griffith Street

Taxable ValueLand$69,260Additions$277,040Total$346,300
Tax Record2025$4,848 ($404 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,440 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,440 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,041 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1950ZoningRSA3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN56-1-5300-00

Schools near 1808 Griffith Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rhawnhurst School
PublicPK to 5

Castor Gardens Middle School
Public6 to 8

Northeast High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

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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