Last Sold Price
2 beds968 sqft$293/sqft
3608 Merrick Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19129

Description

Contemporary East Falls single with 2 car driveway parking and a bike shed. The front has been professionally landscaped with rosebud trees, laurels, ornamental grasses, hydrangea along with a mature Japanese Maple tree. The first floor is an open living area featuring freshly painted living room, with wood burning stove, dining area and kitchen. There are great views of the Philadelphia center city skyline from the living room area. From the dining room step out to the oversized deck that is ideal...Contemporary East Falls single with 2 car driveway parking and a bike shed. The front has been professionally landscaped with rosebud trees, laurels, ornamental grasses, hydrangea along with a mature Japanese Maple tree. The first floor is an open living area featuring freshly painted living room, with wood burning stove, dining area and kitchen. There are great views of the Philadelphia center city skyline from the living room area. From the dining room step out to the oversized deck that is ideal for entertaining. There is a large open fenced in yard perfect for a dog along with a private brick patio area with a canopy that is perfect for relaxing in the shade or nighttime entertaining. The second floor features 2 bedrooms with the great views of the city skyline and a three piece ceramic tile hall bath. The attic with pull down steps is an open stand-up area perfect for storage. The basement level features a freshly painted room that could be a family room, an office or perfect for a home gym. Current owner used it as a home theater with projector screen on one side and an office on the other side. Newer washer and dryer enclosed under the steps. The basement also features a bonus utility/storage room with a toilet. Located within walking distance to the Regional rail station for a 15 minute ride to center city. Scenic drive/bike route to downtime via Kelly Drive and the Parkway. Easy access to I-76 and US 1.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/05/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Janice K Smalley • Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
    P: (267) 496-9977 janicesmalley@elfantwissahickon.com

Property Details for 3608 Merrick Road

Status
MLS #
PAPH978452
Days on Market
2
Taxes
$2,844 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1963
Lot Size
0.08 AC / 3,520 SF
Tax ID Number
383094100
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Views
City, Street
Garage
No
Subdivision
EAST FALLS
Subdivision
EAST FALLS (PHILADELPHIA PA)
Cross Street
Dobson
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
No
Basement
Yes
Room Count
5
Above Grade Finished SQFT
968.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
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
No
Building Winterized Y/N
No
Property Condition
Average

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Median sold price

$290,000

Avg days on market

38

Sale-to-list ratio

99.3%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

Sold By Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

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Building Information for 3608 Merrick Road

Stories2Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,520 SF

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Property Information for 3608 Merrick Road

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile, Bus Stop less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19129 (19129)
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: 2020
  • Tax Assessed Value: $203,200
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $172,720
  • City Town Tax: $1,284
  • Land Assessed Value: $30,480
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Land Use Code: A30
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 171
  • School Tax: $1,561
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 968.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40.00 x 88.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Rear Yard
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Location Type: Downtown
  • Parcel ID: 1137939
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Combination Dining/Living, Kitchen - Galley, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Other, Insert
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: No Septic System
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 3608 Merrick Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 5, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH978452

$283,500
Jan 28, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #695837137

$283,500
Jan 28, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1458186126

$283,500

+4.7% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/05/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH978452

$283,500
01/28/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #695837137

$283,500
01/28/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1458186126

$283,500

+4.7% / yr

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

Public Records for 3608 Merrick Road

Taxable ValueLand$69,120Additions$276,480Total$345,600
Tax Record2026$3,179 ($265 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,520 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated1939ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN38-3094100

Schools near 3608 Merrick Road

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

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Randolph Technical High School
Public9 to 12

AMY Northwest
Public6 to 8

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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