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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,120 sqft
3613 Merrick Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19129
TownhouseProperty Type
0.03 acresLot Size
1954Year Built
$267/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to Merrick Road! This two-story brick row is in what is affectionately known as The New Homes section of East Falls. This development, built in the 1950s, was one of the first new construction cluster of homes of its time in the neighborhood. This home has plenty of space to live, work and entertain. The delightful front garden boasts vivacious butterfly perennials that frame the front patio, this is a perfect place to greet guests and neighbors or just sit back unwind and enjoy the beautiful...Welcome to Merrick Road! This two-story brick row is in what is affectionately known as The New Homes section of East Falls. This development, built in the 1950s, was one of the first new construction cluster of homes of its time in the neighborhood. This home has plenty of space to live, work and entertain. The delightful front garden boasts vivacious butterfly perennials that frame the front patio, this is a perfect place to greet guests and neighbors or just sit back unwind and enjoy the beautiful sunrises and evening light. The main level boasts a spacious living room and dining room that are drenched in the beautiful natural light, such great spaces on the main floor for entertaining. The roomy open kitchen with expanded entry arch and passthrough is complete with in sink ten stage water filter, stainless steel appliance package including refrigerator, gas range, microwave, and dishwasher, and plenty of granite counter-top and cabinet space to prepare and inspire all your culinary masterpieces. The upper level boasts three bedrooms each with ample closet space and three-piece hall bath with pedestal sink, tub surround, wainscoting and ceramic tile floors. While in the main bedroom peek out the windows and bask in the Philadelphia Skyline, what a wonderful sight day or night. Make your way down to the lower level of the home where you will be delighted to find the finished bonus space with laminate flooring. The possibilities are endless on this level, home office, exercise space, media room, etc. Completing this level are the laundry facilities and mechanicals and the direct exterior access to the driveway and attached garage. Additional bonus features of this home are the Central Air Conditioning, upgraded R38 insulation a 2021 code making the home efficient and comfortable, beautiful original hardwood flooring on the first and second levels, replacement windows and ceiling fans to name a few. East Falls is a unique community nestled along the banks of the Schuylkill River. It boasts an Urban-Suburban lifestyle and is centrally located for an easy commute to both Center City and the Suburbs. It is close to major roadways or if you prefer to not drive the regional rail line is just a few blocks away. This neighborhood is surrounded by parks, trails and of course, this includes the Kelly Drive recreational loop and the trails that lead you along the Wissahickon Creek (AKA the crick) and connect you to the Schuylkill River Trail. Take a stroll down to McDevitt recreation center and enjoy over nine acres of recreational space or pop into the Falls of Schuylkill Library and bask in its Collegiate Gothic architecture while checking out some of your favorite authors. McMichael Park is another neighborhood favorite with six acres of open space including the NEW natural play space. Do not forget to stop and enjoy one of the many restaurants, bistros, saloons, shops or cafes that are located in this marvelous community, including Billy Murphys, Fiorino, Wissahickon Brewery, InRiva, Thunder Mug, Vault and Vine, NouVaux Market, Shan Chuan, Black Squirrel, and LeBus just to name a few. Don't take my word for it, come and see for yourself why East Falls and this home are so special.
  • Listed by: Heather A Petrone-Shook 267.973.4847 heather.petroneshook@foxroach.com • BHHS Fox & Roach E Falls
Listing closed: 10/07/2021 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PAPH2014718

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Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,877 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 383096000
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Style: AirLite
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 07-29-2021
  • Subdivision: EAST FALLS
  • Subdivision: EAST FALLS (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • Cross Street: CRESSON
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,120.00
  • 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: No
  • Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Lot Size: 0.03 AC / 1,306 SF
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
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Assessed Value: $205,500
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $174,675
  • City Town Tax: $1,298
  • Land Assessed Value: $30,825
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R30
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RSD3
  • Tax Lot: 153
  • School Tax: $1,578
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $2,000
  • Concession Remarks: Seller Assist
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
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 16
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 6 X 15
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 7 X 10
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 9 X 16
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 9 X 16
Room 6
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 7 X 16
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 18 X 16
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,120.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 16.17 x 70.93
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1137959
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Fenced
  • Garage Features: Basement Garage, Garage - Rear Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Count: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Stove, Water Heater, Oven/Range - Gas
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
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
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: thepetroneteam.com

Property History for 3613 Merrick Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 7, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1482233053

$299,000

+4.1% / yr

Oct 7, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2014718

$299,000
Aug 23, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2014718

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/07/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1482233053

$299,000

+4.1% / yr

10/07/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2014718

$299,000
08/23/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2014718

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Public Records for 3613 Merrick Road

Taxable ValueLand$66,860Additions$267,440Total$334,300
Tax Record2026$2,867 ($239 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,147 SqFtStyleTownhouseYear Built1939Year Renovated1939ZoningRSD3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN38-3096000

Schools near 3613 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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