7538 Forrest Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19150

$230,000
Price
3
Beds
1,440 Sq. Ft.
$160 / Sq. Ft.
1,440
Sq. Ft.
$160
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 7538 Forrest Ave, a home that has a multitude of options for a creative buyer or investor. While needing updates and TLC; this single home welcomes you with a large front yard, backyard and endless possibilities. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bathroom upstairs. A spacious first floor that leads to a full basement as well as access to the large backyard. As you enter the backyard, you'll notice the open lot that sits directly next to the property. This lot is also included...Welcome to 7538 Forrest Ave, a home that has a multitude of options for a creative buyer or investor. While needing updates and TLC; this single home welcomes you with a large front yard, backyard and endless possibilities. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bathroom upstairs. A spacious first floor that leads to a full basement as well as access to the large backyard. As you enter the backyard, you'll notice the open lot that sits directly next to the property. This lot is also included in the sale of the property and will be sold together as a package adding additional value and options for the new owner. Schedule your showing today so you don't miss the opportunity to own this unique property. The address to the vacant lot is 7528 Forrest Ave.

Property Details for 7538 Forrest Avenue

Tax ID Number
502189000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Straight Thru
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 10/27/2025 12:06 AM

Property Details for 7538 Forrest Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2552568
Days on Market48
Taxes$3,829 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,125 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Realty One Group Restore - Conshohocken
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Building Information for 7538 Forrest Avenue

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,125 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,456 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,137

Property Taxes

$319

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 7538 Forrest Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19150 (19150)
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
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $273,600
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $218,880
  • City Town Tax: $1,685
  • Land Assessed Value: $54,720
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: A30
  • Zoning: RSA3
  • Tax Lot: 3054
  • School Tax: $2,144
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
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
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,440.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 25.00 x 125.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1243949
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: No Septic System
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 7538 Forrest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2552568

$230,000—
Aug 16, 2025

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

—
Aug 13, 2025

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

—
Apr 3, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

$230,000—
Mar 7, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

$239,000—
Feb 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

$249,999—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/27/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2552568

$230,000
08/16/2025

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

—
08/13/2025

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

—
04/03/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

$230,000
03/07/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

$239,000
02/21/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2447478

$249,999

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

Public Records for 7538 Forrest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$2,430 ($203 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,440 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,440 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,125 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRSA3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN50-2-1890-00

Schools near 7538 Forrest Avenue

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pennypacker Samuel School
Public - PK to 8
King Martin Luther High School
Public - 9 to 12
Widener Memorial School
Public - K to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Pennypacker Samuel School
PublicPK to 8

King Martin Luther High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
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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More information about 7538 Forrest Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19150

7538 Forrest Avenue is a single family home for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19150. This property was listed for sale on October 27, 2025 by Realty One Group Restore - Conshohocken, it's currently listed at $230,000. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Pennypacker Samuel School, King Martin Luther High School and Widener Memorial School. 7538 Forrest Avenue is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,440 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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