1540 South Garnet Street

Philadelphia, PA 19146

$228,900
Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
920 Sq. Ft.
$249 / Sq. Ft.
920
Sq. Ft.
$249
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Behind this classic handsome classic Philadelphia brick row facade on a lovely Newbold block where views of Center City’s skyline greet you every morning and evening. This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home is ripe for the picking! Your personal improvements will have you living in a terrific location at an entry price unheard of in today's market. You can decide to either do small sweat equity projects while you live in the property over time, or jump into financing with a construction loan to complete all...Behind this classic handsome classic Philadelphia brick row facade on a lovely Newbold block where views of Center City’s skyline greet you every morning and evening. This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home is ripe for the picking! Your personal improvements will have you living in a terrific location at an entry price unheard of in today's market. You can decide to either do small sweat equity projects while you live in the property over time, or jump into financing with a construction loan to complete all improvements at once, with trusted local lenders that specialize in such programs. Don’t be shy to ask for several recommendations. Rates are looking favorable for the spring market. This beautiful spot is an easy direct line bus commute into Center City, or jump on the BSL down to the stadiums during red October. The great eateries of East Passyunk and South Philly are just a few blocks in all directions. This house is for a winner willing to put in a little sweat equity! The property is being sold in as-is condition subject to Buyer Inspections.

Property Details for 1540 South Garnet Street

Tax ID Number
363222200
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/15/2024 11:17 AM

Property Details for 1540 South Garnet Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2314896
Days on Market46
Taxes$2,259 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1923
Lot Size0.02 AC / 672 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 1540 South Garnet Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1923Lot Size0.02 AC / 672 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,437 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,249

Property Taxes

$188

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1540 South Garnet Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 802785881492
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19146 (19146)
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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $161,400
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $129,120
  • City Town Tax: $1,019
  • Land Assessed Value: $32,280
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 165
  • School Tax: $1,239
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
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, Kitchen, Basement
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 920.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 14.00 x 48.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1117844
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • 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
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1540 South Garnet Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 1540 South Garnet Street

Taxable ValueLand$32,280Additions$129,120Total$161,400
Tax Record2023$2,259 ($188 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt920 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt920 SqFtStories2Lot Size672 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1923ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN36-3-2222-00

Schools near 1540 South Garnet Street

This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - 5 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
South Philadelphia High School
PublicPK to 12

Mcdaniel Delaplaine School
PublicK to 8

Gamp
Public5 to 12

Creative And Performing Arts
Public9 to 12

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1540 South Garnet Street is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19146. This property was listed for sale on March 13, 2024, it's currently listed at $228,900. It has been on the market for a total of 46 days and was last sold on July 16, 2014. This listing's school district is Philadelphia City School District. Nearby schools include South Philadelphia High School, Mcdaniel Delaplaine School and Gamp. 1540 South Garnet Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 920 sqft townhouse built in 1923.

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