156 Maplewood Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19144

$499,900
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,143 Sq. Ft.
$159 / Sq. Ft.
3,143
Sq. Ft.
$159
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Don’t miss out on this Victorian gem in Germantown! This lovely 4-bed, 3 and a half bath home embodies the perfect blend of past and present. The owners have made many updates while lovingly maintaining the original character of the home. A few historic details include a Franklin stove in the kitchen, built-in hoosier cabinets, tons of original woodwork, and floor-to-ceiling front windows. Other highlights include high ceilings, exposed brick, refinished hardwood floors throughout, a 2-car garage,...Don’t miss out on this Victorian gem in Germantown! This lovely 4-bed, 3 and a half bath home embodies the perfect blend of past and present. The owners have made many updates while lovingly maintaining the original character of the home. A few historic details include a Franklin stove in the kitchen, built-in hoosier cabinets, tons of original woodwork, and floor-to-ceiling front windows. Other highlights include high ceilings, exposed brick, refinished hardwood floors throughout, a 2-car garage, gated driveway, front porch, large backyard, and a spacious in-law suite with a separate entrance.  This home’s awesome layout includes an airy first floor with a newly added powder room and a huge master suite on the second floor. Up on the third floor, you’ll find an awesome hospitality suite with its own separate entrance, a bedroom, full bath, kitchen, and living/dining area! This third-floor suite could be a great guest suite or an air bnb, or even potentially house a long-term tenant.  Additionally, the basement offers tons of storage space and a washer/dryer.  This authentic home has been thoughtfully updated throughout. Upgrades include a completely renovated kitchen, renovated master bath, improved master closet, new light fixtures, a new cement back patio with a new ceiling fan, a new HVAC system, updates to the 3rd-floor kitchen, and more.  The huge fenced-in backyard provides a private oasis for relaxing and activities like gardening, grilling, entertaining, etc. The yard has established perennials that will come back every Spring and require little to maintain, with vibrant summer flowers like echinacea, lilac, and black-eyed susans. There is also a fig tree that produces a bounty of figs in the late summer! Enjoy living in a vibrant, green neighborhood where you can walk to tons of parks including the Wissahickon. This blossoming area offers plenty of great shops and markets nearby. Weaver's Way is opening a large location about 3 blocks away! A few local gems include Uncle Bobbie's bookstore, Wild Hand fiber store, Pomelo plant shop, Ultimo Coffee and Young American Cidery. You’re also just a short walk away from 2 regional rail stations for an easy commute to Center City. Schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Justin Bresson • Keller Williams Main Line
    P: 6106137750 justin@freshplaces.com
  2. Listed by Samuel A Franklin • Keller Williams Main Line
    P: 2153131772 sam@freshplaces.com

Property Details for 156 Maplewood Avenue

Tax ID Number
124081400
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Victorian
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No

Location

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Sold By Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/01/2023 08:03 PM

Property Details for 156 Maplewood Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2216472
Days on Market16
Taxes$3,582 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1890
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,313 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Sold By Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square

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Building Information for 156 Maplewood Avenue

Stories3Residences-Year Built1890Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,313 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,027 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,728

Property Taxes

$299

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 156 Maplewood Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19144 (19144)
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: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $255,900
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $204,720
  • City Town Tax: $1,616
  • Land Assessed Value: $51,180
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: N58
  • Historic: Yes
  • Zoning: RSA3
  • Tax Lot: 87
  • School Tax: $1,965
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $15,000
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,143.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,143.00
  • Total SQFT: 5,823.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Unknown
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Vinyl
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 42.00 x 127.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard
  • Parcel ID: 952651
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Gravel Driveway, Private
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Double/Dual Staircase, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Stove - Wood
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Flue for Stove, Wood
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Electric Alarm, Security Gate
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers, Fuses
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 156 Maplewood Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 156 Maplewood Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$51,180Additions$204,720Total$255,900
Tax Record2023$3,582 ($299 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,143 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,143 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,313 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1890ZoningRSA3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN12-4-0814-00

Schools near 156 Maplewood Avenue

This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Kelly John B School
PublicK to 5

Fitler Academics Plus
PublicK to 8

King Martin Luther High School
Public9 to 12

Roosevelt Theodore Middle School
PublicK 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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