5961 Drexel Road

Closed 11/30/06
Closed 11/30/06
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$620,000
7 beds5,200 sqft$119/sqft
5961 Drexel Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.36 acresLot Size
1896Year Built
$119/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

This Arts & Crafts style home was built in 1896 & designed by architect Robeson Lea Perot. The clean lines of the overhung roof, the unusual window mullions & the porch roof supported by craftsman style columns make this home a striking example of the Prairie Style. A flagstone path leads to the homes side main entrance. Upon entering you ll be surprised at the scale of the rooms. The front entry way is 17x15 ft. & leads to the formal dining & living rooms. The floor is quarter-sawn oak laid in an...This Arts & Crafts style home was built in 1896 & designed by architect Robeson Lea Perot. The clean lines of the overhung roof, the unusual window mullions & the porch roof supported by craftsman style columns make this home a striking example of the Prairie Style. A flagstone path leads to the homes side main entrance. Upon entering you ll be surprised at the scale of the rooms. The front entry way is 17x15 ft. & leads to the formal dining & living rooms. The floor is quarter-sawn oak laid in an unusual herringbone pattern. The living room runs the entire length of the front of the home & measures 18x40 ft. It has a fireplace & built-in bookshelves. The living rooms exits to a full-length front porch. This 7 bedroom 3 half bath home is in immaculate condition. It sits deeply back on its .36-acre level lot. The Kitchen is state of the art & features upscale components. The main bedroom is 18 x 26 ft with room for both bed, sitting and dressing areas. It has its own full bath with soaking tub and shower.
  • Listed by: Jane R Lipton 215.317.0888 janelipton@gmail.com • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
  • Listed by: Rosemary Garibian 215.218.8987 Rosemary.Garibian@LNF.com • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Listing closed: 11/30/2006 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PAPH151234

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$585,000

Avg days on market

36

Sale-to-list ratio

93.2%

Philadelphia, PA

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Property Information for 5961 Drexel Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,105 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: Philadelphia County
  • Tax ID Number: 522197500
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Traditional
  • Levels/Stories: 3+
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: OVERBROOK FARMS
  • Subdivision: OVERBROOK FARMS (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • Cross Street: 59TH STREET
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Central Air: No
  • Basement: Yes
  • Room Count: 11
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 5,200.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Completed: No
  • Property Condition: Good
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Lot Size: 0.36 AC / 15,868 SF
Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19131 (19131)
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: 2006
  • Tax Assessed Value: $37,568
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $24,510
  • Land Assessed Value: $13,058
  • Land Use Code: A58
  • Zoning: R2
  • Tax Lot: 25
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
  • Concession Remarks: 2,600.00
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Attic
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 5,200.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 5,200.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3010/5725/7399/301057257399_512_384_WM_3-KgfAii_cnlRJR-.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 81X197
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Parcel ID: 1261060
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Type: Gas, Steam
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Other
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Montgomery County Association of REALTORS

Property History for 5961 Drexel Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #240359161

$620,000—
Nov 30, 2006

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH151234

$620,000—
Sep 22, 2006

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH151234

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #240359161

$620,000
11/30/2006

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH151234

$620,000
09/22/2006

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH151234

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

Public Records for 5961 Drexel Road

Taxable ValueLand$114,880Additions$459,520Total$574,400
Tax Record2026$7,157 ($596 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,768 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,768 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,868 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1925ZoningRSD3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN52-2197500

Schools near 5961 Drexel Road

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Gompers Samuel School
Public - K to 8
Overbrook High School
Public - 9 to 12
The Science Leadership Academy At Beeber
Public - 5 to 12
Overbrook Education Center
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Gompers Samuel School
PublicK to 8

Overbrook High School
Public9 to 12

The Science Leadership Academy At Beeber
Public5 to 12

Overbrook Education Center
PublicK to 8

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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 5961 Drexel Road, Philadelphia, PA 19131
$620,000
7
5,200
15,868
5971 Drexel Road, Philadelphia, PA 19131
$175,000
7
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2103 Upland Way, Philadelphia, PA 19131
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3,737
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5985 Drexel Road, Philadelphia, PA 19131
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