8610 Wissahickon Avenue

8610 Wissahickon Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19128

$610,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
3
Baths
4,008 Sq. Ft.
$152 / Sq. Ft.
4,008
Sq. Ft.
$152
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 5/16/23

Closed 5/16/23

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Description

Known to locals as the “House on the Hill”, this 1942 colonial was originally part of Philadelphia businessman Sam Houston’s estate. Featuring 6 bedrooms, three and half baths, and just over 4,000 sq feet of living space, this one of a kind home is located in the Andorra section of Roxborough directly across the street from Courtesy Stable and Houston Park. Explore all that Fairmount Park has to offer, just a short walk out of the front door. Enjoy easy access to horse and biking trails, hiking and...Known to locals as the “House on the Hill”, this 1942 colonial was originally part of Philadelphia businessman Sam Houston’s estate. Featuring 6 bedrooms, three and half baths, and just over 4,000 sq feet of living space, this one of a kind home is located in the Andorra section of Roxborough directly across the street from Courtesy Stable and Houston Park. Explore all that Fairmount Park has to offer, just a short walk out of the front door. Enjoy easy access to horse and biking trails, hiking and fishing, as well as walkable to shopping and a library. Public transportation is also conveniently accessible. The charm inside the house starts with original hardwood floors throughout the majority of the home. Three wood burning fireplaces offer cozy focal points in different rooms. The first floor has an ample sized kitchen with space for an island or dining table. A light filled sitting room with wood burning stone, french doors and exposed brick accent wall provides character that can’t be found in newer homes. The family room features a large brick surround fireplace with french door access to the covered patio. Off of the family room sits an ideal office space with its own fireplace, built-in shelving and large picture window. On the second floor, the well-sized primary bedroom has its own fireplace and en suite bathroom. The current owners used a bedroom off of the bathroom as a large walk-in closet. A hall full bathroom and another bedroom complete the second floor. There is an unfinished room over the attached garage with a bathroom that can be accessed from the second floor or a separate stairwell. The third floor houses the final two bedrooms and a full bathroom. The large finished basement provides great bonus space for the house and plenty of storage. The laundry room, also located in the basement, has lots of additional room for storage or an added work space. The outdoor area of the home offers great covered spaces including a covered built-in grill. Additionally there’s an attached two car garage along with a separate detached garage at the end of the driveway. Mature trees bordering the rear yard offer some privacy at the edges of the lawn. The charm of this house begins with the curb appeal. The brick accents around the facade as well as the slate roof provide character that fits in with the historic homes of the Philadelphia area. This unique home has been loved by its current owners for over 45 years and is awaiting someone new who will enjoy all it has to offer for years to come. Also, this property at one point was approved to be subdivided for two additional homes to be built towards the front of the property.
  1. Listed by Jeffrey M Palmer • BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
    P: 2159623239 jeff.palmer@foxroach.com

Property Details for 8610 Wissahickon Avenue

Tax ID Number
214278800
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No

Location

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Sold By Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/28/2023 05:08 AM

Property Details for 8610 Wissahickon Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2204798
Days on Market52
Taxes$7,507 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1942
Lot Size0.60 AC / 26,273 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Sold By Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

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Building Information for 8610 Wissahickon Avenue

Stories3Year Built1942Building Size-Lot Size0.60 AC / 26,273 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,955 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,329

Property Taxes

$626

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8610 Wissahickon Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19128 (19128)
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: $536,300
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $429,040
  • City Town Tax: $3,387
  • Land Assessed Value: $107,260
  • Land Use Code: B41
  • Zoning: RSD3
  • School Tax: $4,119
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
  • TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $10,000
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: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,008.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 4,008.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Roof: Slate
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8019/9233/8984/801992338984_512_384_WM_ec1gCKp6vv2jhTvr.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 188.00 x 139.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1010935
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Wood Frame
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 8610 Wissahickon Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
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Public Records for 8610 Wissahickon Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$107,260Additions$429,040Total$536,300
Tax Record2023$7,507 ($626 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,008 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,008 SqFtStories3Lot Size26,273 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningRSD3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN21-4-2788-00

Schools near 8610 Wissahickon Avenue

This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Shawmont School
Public - PK to 8
Roxborough High School
Public - 9 to 12
Lankenau High School
Public - 9 to 12
Saul W B Agricultural School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Shawmont School
PublicPK to 8

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Lankenau High School
Public9 to 12

Saul W B Agricultural School
Public9 to 12

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