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1238 E Palmer St, Philadelphia, PA, 19125

$280,000

Home List Price

$3,325*

Closing Credit

1 Bedroom
1 Full Bath
700 SqFt
$400/SqFt
Townhouse

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1238 E Palmer St, Philadelphia$280,000

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$3,325*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1920
HeatingCentral, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #PAPH2415660
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 1238 E Palmer St

Discover the perfect opportunity to own a charming 2-story home at 1238 E Palmer Street in the desirable Fishtown neighborhood. This spacious 1-bedroom residence features a welcoming front garden with a mature Cherry tree, leading into an open-concept living and dining area adorned with wide plank hardwood floors and abundant natural light from front and side windows. The modern kitchen boasts ample cabinet space, elegant quartz countertops, a stylish subway tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances, seamlessly connecting to a private and expansive outdoor space ideal for relaxation or entertaining. Ascend the straight staircase to find a generous bedroom with large windows, a sizable closet, and a bonus area perfect for a home office, complemented by a rear tile bath. The basement offers additional storage, mechanical, and laundry space, making this home a perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Property is tenanted occupied. Property can be purchased along with 1234 & 1236 E Palmer Street. Call for more details.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 700 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-6005
  • Listing Agent: Patrick M Conway

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Kensington Health Sciences Academy, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Adaire Alexander School, Public District Grades KG-8

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Between E Thompson & E Girard Ave.

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $280,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $400/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,650
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Philadelphia, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$261.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$199

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

1056

1238 E Palmer St vs Philadelphia

1 DAY ON ROCKET

-43 Days

$280,000

+$18.1K More

$400/SqFt

+$201 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $18.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $201/SqFt more than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAPH2415660

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-6005
  • Listing Agent: Patrick M Conway

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Last updated on: 11/5/2024, 8:20:52 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,650 -
2019$2,459$175,700
2018$1,890$135,000
2017$1,890$135,000

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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6
/10

  • Adaire Alexander School

  • 1300 E Palmer St

  • 0.07 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-8

High School

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2
/10

  • Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School

  • 1901 N Front St

  • 0.46 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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2
/10

  • Kensington Health Sciences Academy

  • 2463 Emerald St

  • 0.88 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,583. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1238 E Palmer St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1238 E Palmer St property is $280,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1238 E Palmer St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19125.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1238 E Palmer St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1238 E Palmer St are:
Adaire Alexander School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Kensington Health Sciences Academy: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,650 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1238 E Palmer St has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1238 E Palmer St is 700 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1238 E Palmer St is 1920.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19125›1238 E Palmer St

This home is located at 1238 E Palmer St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19125 in the Bridesburg / Kensington / Richmond neighborhood. This 700 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 05, 2024 and is currently priced at $280,000.

Philadelphia, PA housing market in October 2024 saw over 252 listings sold above listed price, more than 237 sold at listed price and over 567 sold below. The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA increased by 9.8% between September 2024 and October 2024. In October 2024 median list price was $261,807 and the average listing age was 44 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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