156 Maplewood Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19144

$499,900
Last Sold Price
Beds
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 with income-producing potential! This lovely 4-bed, 3 and a half bath home boasts tons of updates while maintaining original character. This property is zoned as a single family residence, but is set up like a duplex. The third floor is a large one-bedroom apartment with its own kitchen, living/dining area, bathroom and separate entrance. This is a great home for a primary residence with the option to rent out the third-floor suite.  Historic details...Don’t miss out on this Victorian gem in Germantown with income-producing potential! This lovely 4-bed, 3 and a half bath home boasts tons of updates while maintaining original character. This property is zoned as a single family residence, but is set up like a duplex. The third floor is a large one-bedroom apartment with its own kitchen, living/dining area, bathroom and separate entrance. This is a great home for a primary residence with the option to rent out the third-floor suite.  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. Upgrades include a completely renovated kitchen, renovated master bath, improved master closet, new lighting fixtures, a new cement back patio with a new ceiling fan, a new HVAC system, updates to the 3rd-floor kitchen, and a newly added powder room on the first floor.  The second floor features a huge master suite, and the basement offers tons of storage space and a washer/dryer.  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 take little to maintain, with vibrant summer flowers. 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
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Victorian
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
03-30-2023
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA

Location

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Sold By Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/01/2023 08:02 PM

Property Details for 156 Maplewood Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2216478
Days on Market16
Taxes$3,582 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-Family / 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

Stories-Residences2Year Built1890Building Size-Lot 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
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
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Single Room Units Count: 0
  • One Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Building Units Total: 2
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,143.00
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
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Electric Alarm, Security Gate
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

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 - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kelly John B School
PublicK to 5

Middle Years Alternative School
Public5 to 8

King Martin Luther High School
Public9 to 12

Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush
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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