4 University Mews

4 University Mews

Philadelphia, PA 19143

$610,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
1,350 Sq. Ft.
$452 / Sq. Ft.
1,350
Sq. Ft.
$452
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 8/23/23

Closed 8/23/23

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Description

Philadelphia Inquirer Architecture Critic Inga Saffron wrote in 2017 about the Mews’ “...mix of modernist architecture and quaint, brick-lined walkways.” She added that the Mews is a “charming, tucked-away community” and “a fascinating, early example of architects’ efforts to redefine what an urban rowhouse could be,” noting that the project was featured in a 1964 issue of Progressive Architecture devoted to ‘The New Row House.’ Built in 1962 at the corner of 45th & Spruce Sts, the award-winning...Philadelphia Inquirer Architecture Critic Inga Saffron wrote in 2017 about the Mews’ “...mix of modernist architecture and quaint, brick-lined walkways.” She added that the Mews is a “charming, tucked-away community” and “a fascinating, early example of architects’ efforts to redefine what an urban rowhouse could be,” noting that the project was featured in a 1964 issue of Progressive Architecture devoted to ‘The New Row House.’ Built in 1962 at the corner of 45th & Spruce Sts, the award-winning complex predates condominiums; instead, the common areas (the U-shaped brick drive and a brick center courtyard) are shared by all owners. Just off 45th St. on the south side of the Mews courtyard, sun-filled #4 has retained all of its original mid-century modernist character while a recent rehab has added stunning upgrades. From the brick drive, the garage is at entry level with an extra parking space out front. Down half a flight of stairs is a work-at-home office, family room, or play space, plus a half bath. Also, laundry & mechanicals. Heading up half a flight from the entry, the 1.5-story high living room offers a wood-burning fireplace and sliding doors that lead to a private flagstone patio. Several steps up takes you to the open plan dining room and 2022 updated chef's kitchen, overlooking the living room below. The top floor holds a spacious main bedroom, a recently rehabbed luxury bath, and a second good-sized bedroom. The house was just repainted and the windows recently replaced. The location is in the heart of the Spruce Hill neighborhood of University City/West Philly, easily walkable to the University of Pennsylvania, HUP, CHOP, Penn Vet, and St. Joe's Sciences Campus. Close to Drexel University, the technology corridor, and Center City just beyond. The Mews is in the CATCHMENT area for the popular Penn Alexander public K-8 grade school, though catchment area location doesn’t guarantee admission. Don Barriga Mexican restaurant is at the corner; Knockbox Café is in the next block, and Local 44 bar & restaurant is one block east on Spruce St. Baltimore Avenue, the neighborhood’s “main street,” is 3 blocks south, with additional restaurants, shops, and the #34 trolley line. Plenty of additional SEPTA options as well and 10 minutes to Center City by car. NOTE No. 1--There is no HOA and this property is fully fee simple. That being said, all homeowners in the Mews pay a voluntary $300 annual fee to cover landscaping, courtyard maintenance, etc. NOTE No. 2--4 University Mews has a 1-car garage and also has a space in front of the garage where the homeowner can park another car. Some Mews homeowners use this space in addition to or instead of their garage.

Property Details for 4 University Mews

Tax ID Number
461017600
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Contemporary
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/23/2023 02:58 PM

Property Details for 4 University Mews

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2256914
Days on Market4
Taxes$5,489 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,069 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 4 University Mews

Stories3Residences-Year Built1960Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,069 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,786 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,329

Property Taxes

$457

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4 University Mews

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: PENN ALEXANDER SCHOOL (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: PENN ALEXANDER SCHOOL (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19104 (19104)
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: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $392,100
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $313,680
  • City Town Tax: $2,476
  • Land Assessed Value: $78,420
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: R30
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 204
  • School Tax: $3,011
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
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: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Family Room
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,350.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 67.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1214540
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • 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
  • List Agent URL: www.cityblockteam.com

Property History for 4 University Mews

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 4 University Mews

Taxable ValueLand$78,420Additions$313,680Total$392,100
Tax Record2023$5,489 ($457 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,069 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1960ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN46-1-0176-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4 University Mews

This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Penn Alexander School
Public - K to 8
West Philadelphia High School
Public - 9 to 12
The Workshop School
Public - 9 to 12
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Penn Alexander School
PublicK to 8

West Philadelphia High School
Public9 to 12

The Workshop School
Public9 to 12

Paul Robeson High School For Human Services
Public9 to 12

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