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1958 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA, 19138

$209,000

Home List Price

$2,482*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
1,362 SqFt
$153/SqFt
Townhouse

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1958 Sterling St, Philadelphia$209,000

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$2,482*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingAdditional Storage Area, Garage - Rear Entry, On Street, Driveway, Attached Garage
Garage1 space
Year Built1930
HeatingHot Water
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
BasementYes
MLS #PAPH2356218
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 1958 Sterling St

Bring your vision to life with this spacious starter home that, with a little TLC, could become your dream home! Conveniently located just across the line from Montgomery County, this property offers incredible potential and a great location. Step into the open and airy layout, where the wide living room flows seamlessly into the dining area, perfect for gatherings. The tiled kitchen boasts ample cabinet space and stainless steel appliances, providing a great foundation for modern updates. On the second level, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and a skylit bathroom featuring a deep soaking tub and a separate shower, creating a bright and serene retreat. The semi-finished basement offers additional space for storage, a home gym, or future customization. Enjoy your mornings or evenings on the newly redone front patio or pull into the rear of the property where a private driveway and garage provide convenient off-street parking. With recent upgrades including a new roof (2019, with warranty), a new water heater (2018), a brand-new heater (2024), and fresh masonry work in the front, many major updates are already taken care of. This home and its appliances are being sold as-is, offering endless possibilities to make it uniquely yours. Come see the potential and make your homeownership dreams a reality today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Dwelling w/Separate Living Area
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,362 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 397-7352
  • Listing Agent: Angelita M Byrd

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Rear Entry, On Street, Driveway, Attached Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: W. Cheltenham Av to Andrew Ave to Sterling St

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $209,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $153/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,499
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Philadelphia, PA

City

Med. Sold Price

$267.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$202

Avg. Days On Market

49

# of Sold Homes

1027

1958 Sterling St vs Philadelphia

229 DAYS ON ROCKET

+180 Days

$209,000

-$58.8K Less

$153/SqFt

-$49 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $58.8K less than the Median Sold Price and $49/SqFt less than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAPH2356218

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 397-7352
  • Listing Agent: Angelita M Byrd

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

May 06, 2013Home Sold
$121,300
Sep 11, 2012Home Sold
$60,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,499 -
2019$2,222$158,800
2018$1,025$73,200

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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/10

  • William Rowen Elementary School

  • 6841 N 19th St

  • 0.61 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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/10

  • Ellwood Elementary School

  • 6701 N 13th St

  • 1.02 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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7
/10

  • Myers Elementary School

  • 7609 Montgomery Ave

  • 1.25 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $56,348. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1958 Sterling St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1958 Sterling St property is $209,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1958 Sterling St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19138.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1958 Sterling St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,499 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on May 6, 2013 for $121,300. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1958 Sterling St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1958 Sterling St is 1,362 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1958 Sterling St is 1930.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19138›1958 Sterling St

This home is located at 1958 Sterling St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19138 in the West Oak Lane neighborhood. This 1,362 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 20, 2024 and is currently priced at $209,000.

Philadelphia, PA housing market in December 2024 saw over 218 listings sold above listed price, more than 229 sold at listed price and over 580 sold below. The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA decreased by 2.3% between November 2024 and December 2024. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $267,873, while the average time on the real estate market was 49 days.

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

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