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Last Sold Price
4 beds1,734 sqft$245/sqft
8240 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Single FamilyProperty Type
8,750 sq ftLot Size
1964Year Built
$245/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome Home to This Beautiful Expanded Cape Cod in Fox Chase! This is the one you've been waiting for! Nestled on a charming corner lot, this sweet 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with central air is move-in ready and waiting for you to make it your own. Located in the highly sought-after Fox Chase neighborhood, this home offers comfort, style, and convenience. On the main level, enjoy a bright and spacious living room with a gorgeous gas fireplace framed by a tile and wood mantle, complemented by hardwood...Welcome Home to This Beautiful Expanded Cape Cod in Fox Chase! This is the one you've been waiting for! Nestled on a charming corner lot, this sweet 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with central air is move-in ready and waiting for you to make it your own. Located in the highly sought-after Fox Chase neighborhood, this home offers comfort, style, and convenience. On the main level, enjoy a bright and spacious living room with a gorgeous gas fireplace framed by a tile and wood mantle, complemented by hardwood floors and a newer bay window that fills the room with natural light. The dining area is perfect for hosting, featuring crown molding, hardwood floors, and a lighted ceiling fan. The gourmet kitchen is a dream, with granite countertops, gas cooking, recessed lighting, a tile backsplash, and plenty of cabinetry, plus a cozy breakfast nook for casual dining. You'll love the stunning family room addition, offering hardwood floors, two lighted ceiling fans, surround sound, recessed lighting, crown molding, a "Split" for heating/cooling and another gas fireplace with a large mantle. The family room opens to a covered side patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Two well-sized bedrooms with ample closet space and a full ceramic tile bath with crown molding complete the main level. Upstairs, the main bedroom boasts recessed lighting, Berber carpeting, a large closet, and two additional storage closets. The fourth bedroom offers recessed lighting, Berber carpeting, a deep closet, and extra storage space. A full ceramic tile bath with a stall shower completes the second level. The full unfinished basement is ideal for storage, housing the laundry area, hot water heater, utility tub, and a newer gas whole house heater with central air. This property also offers ample parking with a 4-car driveway, a large rear patio, side garden, shed, and a covered side patio—perfect for outdoor living. The beautifully landscaped yard features mature evergreens, assorted perennials, and a spacious front lawn. With newer windows, fresh paint, hardwood floors and custom window shades throughout, this home is ready for you to move in. It’s also ideally located close to shopping, dining, public transportation (20-minute ride to Center City on the Fox Chase Line), and you can walk to Pennypack Park! A 12-month home warranty is included for added peace of mind. New Year, new home! Schedule your showing today—this one will not last!
  • Listed by: Lawrence A Aita 215.478.4344 larryaita@myrealtorpa.com • RE/MAX Regency Realty
Listing closed: 01/23/2025 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PAPH2423164

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Philadelphia, PA

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Location

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Property Information for 8240 Rising Sun Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,428 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • Tax ID Number: 631166200
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Levels/Stories: 1.5
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 12-02-2024
  • Subdivision: FOX CHASE
  • Subdivision: FOX CHASE (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,734.00
  • 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
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,750 SF
Location
Location
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • 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
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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $316,400
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $253,120
  • City Town Tax: $1,948
  • Land Assessed Value: $63,280
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: A26
  • Zoning: RSD1
  • Zoning Dscrp: Residential
  • Tax Lot: 26
  • School Tax: $2,480
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Crown Molding, Dining Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed, Crown Molding, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Room 4
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Crown Molding, Fireplace - Gas, Lighting - Recessed, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Soaking Tub
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Lighting - Recessed
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Lighting - Recessed
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Stall Shower
Room 11
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Basement - Unfinished, Flooring - Concrete
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,734.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 88.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1349478
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Bay/Bow
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless/Mini-Split
  • 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: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 8240 Rising Sun Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 23, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1549840582

$425,000

+6.1% / yr

Jan 23, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2423164

$425,000
Dec 10, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2423164

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/23/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1549840582

$425,000

+6.1% / yr

01/23/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2423164

$425,000
12/10/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2423164

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

Public Records for 8240 Rising Sun Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$83,660Additions$334,640Total$418,300
Tax Record2026$5,497 ($458 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,734 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,734 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964Year Renovated1964ZoningRSD1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN63-1166200

Schools near 8240 Rising Sun Avenue

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fox Chase School
PublicK to 5

C.C.A. Baldi Middle School
Public6 to 8

Washington George High School
Public9 to 12

Swenson Arts & Technology High School
Public9 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8240 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111
$425,000
4
1,734
8,750
1,710
8,000
$190,000
3
1,945
10,750
1,665
8,250
$226,500
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1,624
13,191
4,300

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