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1640 E Berks St, Philadelphia, PA, 19125

$450,000

Home List Price

$5,344*

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4 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,878 SqFt
$240/SqFt
Townhouse

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1640 E Berks St, Philadelphia$450,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1920
HeatingHot Water
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #PAPH2400814
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 1640 E Berks St

Location, location, location! This beautiful, brick rowhome truly has a location that is second to none! Located on Berks between Tulip and Frankford Ave, this house is less than one block away from the hustle and bustle of Frankford Ave and all that Fishtown has to offer. Just out your front door, you will find everything you need; local cuisine, market fresh food, parks, & public transportation. Venture inside this lovely home to find gorgeous original hardwood flooring, charming arched builtins, and crown molding all within the front living space. The hardwood flooring leads into the dining space complete with an arched doorway and large window. The bright kitchen is situated in the rear of the home featuring painted wood cabinetry, butcher block countertops, tiled floors and backsplash, multiple windows, and door access to the back yard. The private backyard space is great for grilling and lounging as it is paved and has older shrubbery growth. The 2nd floor is home to 2 large bedrooms and 1 hall bath. Both bedrooms feature wood flooring, great closet space and large windows. The bath is very large featuring modern fixtures and a tiled shower/tub. The 3rd floor has 2 additional bedrooms, spacious in size with good closet space. One bedroom features a beautiful wood builtin shelving wall that could serve as a home library or office. The dry basement is home to the washer and dryer, Central Air Handler, and a great spot for storage. Located amongst some of Fishtown's gems like Palmer Park, Philly Style Bagels, Mural City Winery, Picnic, Pizzeria Beddie, Riverwards Produce Market and so many more. Located in the Adaire School catchment & easy access to public transportation is also a plus. Come see this amazing home for yourself!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,878 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • Office Phone: (215) 923-7600
  • Listing Agent: Dominic V Fuscia

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Kitchen - Eat-In

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: between Tulip and Frankford Ave.

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $450,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $240/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,967
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Philadelphia, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$265.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$200

Avg. Days On Market

45

# of Sold Homes

946

1640 E Berks St vs Philadelphia

82 DAYS ON ROCKET

+37 Days

$450,000

+$184.6K More

$240/SqFt

+$39 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $184.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $39/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: #PAPH2400814

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • Office Phone: (215) 923-7600
  • Listing Agent: Dominic V Fuscia

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Apr 29, 2013Home Sold
$235,000
Sep 02, 2010Home Sold
$195,000
Jan 14, 2004Home Sold
$70,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$3,967 -
2019$3,681$263,000
2018$2,794$199,600
2017$2,794$199,600

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.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • John Moffet Elementary School

  • 127 W Oxford St

  • 0.33 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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7
/10

  • Horatio B. Hackett School

  • 2161 E York St

  • 0.34 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Richmond Elementary School

  • 2944 Belgrade St

  • 1.14 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,344. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1640 E Berks St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1640 E Berks St property is $450,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1640 E Berks St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19125.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 1640 E Berks St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $3,967 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on April 29, 2013 for $235,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1640 E Berks St has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1640 E Berks St is 1,878 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1640 E Berks St is 1920.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19125›1640 E Berks St

This home is located at 1640 E Berks St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19125 in the Bridesburg / Kensington / Richmond neighborhood. This 1,878 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 28, 2024 and is currently priced at $450,000.

While more than 219 listings in Philadelphia, PA in November 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 204 listings sold at asking price, and more than 523 were sold below. In November 2024 in Philadelphia, PA there were 1.8% more homes for sale than in October 2024. In November 2024, listings were on the market for 45 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $265,372.

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

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