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4804 Kingsessing Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

$599,000

Home List Price

$7,113*

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6 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,460 SqFt
$244/SqFt
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4804 Kingsessing Ave, Philadelphia$599,000

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$7,113*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingPublic, On Street
Year Built1935
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Other
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
ViewCity, Garden, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
MLS #PAPH2391556
Lot Size0.05 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 4804 Kingsessing Ave

This is the PERFECT PROPERTY for an OWNER TO LIVE IN ONE UNIT, RENT OUT THE OTHER UNIT and USE THE RENTAL INCOME FOR MORTGAGE and / or Other EXPENSES! This special DUPLEX was FULLY GUT RENOVATED in 2016, has 3 YEARS LEFT ON A PHILADELPHIA 10 YEAR TAX ABATEMENT UNTIL 2027, is FULLY TENANT OCCUPIED and located on a Peaceful Tree Lined Street IN THE UNIVERSITY CITY AREA NEAR PENN, DREXEL, ST. JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY (City Campus) and Cedar Park. Totaling nearly 2,500 Finished Square Feet, this lovely two story brick building with BELOW MARKET RATE RENTS has had NO VACANCY since its renovation. During the 2016 FULL GUT RENOVATION, the following WERE INSTALLED NEW (examples): Separate Unit Electric and Gas Meters; Roof, Windows, Electrical, Plumbing, Central HVAC, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Appliances, Water Line. Each Unit respectively has: an Open Kitchen with Granite Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances Including Dishwasher, Subway Tile Backsplash, Tile Floor; Bathroom(s) featuring Dual Vanities, Tile Floor & Shower Walls; ITS OWN WASHER AND DRYER. The Two UNITS HAVE SEPARATE ENTRANCES ON EITHER END of the Sizable NEW FRONT PORCH (Trex Decking). The second floor apartment, Unit B, has 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, is rented for $1,938 per month with a PROJECTED MARKET RATE of $2,200 and has a 8/31/2025 lease expiration. The first floor apartment, Unit A, has 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, is Rented for $1,750 per month with a PROJECTED MARKET RATE of $2,000 and has a 4/30/2025 lease expiration. This Unit's Rent Could Be Further Increased by Installing a Second Bathroom. The Kitchen has a big Island Countertop with cabinetry. There is a GREAT BACKYARD with Newer Mulch and a Full Walk-In Unfinished BASEMENT (accessible from the property side). The property is Very WELL LOCATED: just 3 blocks west of beautiful Clark Park and the growing St. Joseph’s University City campus; only 4 blocks south of Baltimore Ave, a vibrant commercial corridor with great restaurants, coffee and other retail shops; the immediate area is Extra Quiet because S 48th St dead ends at Kingsessing Ave. STREET PARKING IS READILY AVAILABLE. Less than 2 blocks away are SEPTA Stops for 2 Different Public Transit Routes that run to and from University City & Center City: the Trolley (#13) at 49th & Chester Ave; the Regional Rail (Media/Wawa Line) at 49th St (between Kingsessing & Chester Ave’s). The CURRENT AND PROJECTED INCOME AND EXPENSES ARE UPLOADED TO THE LISTING. While now water payments are shared, each rental unit is projected to pay a $50 flat water fee per month. There is an additional electrical meter for common areas (exterior lighting, basement). The current leases must be honored. Take advantage of this unique opportunity while it is still available!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Unit/Flat
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 2,460 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Listing Agent: Michael Edward Cohen

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Kitchen - Island

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: City, Garden, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Secure Storage, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Public, On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Front Yard, Landscaped, Back Yard
  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

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

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • John Bartram High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Benjamin B. Comegys School, Public District Grades KG-7

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: On Kingsessing Ave between S 48th St and S 49th St, closer to S 48th St.

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $599,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $244/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,990
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Med. Sold Price

$261.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$199

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

1056

4804 Kingsessing Ave vs Philadelphia

63 DAYS ON ROCKET

+19 Days

$599,000

+$337.1K More

$244/SqFt

+$45 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $337.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $45/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: #PAPH2391556

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Listing Agent: Michael Edward Cohen

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

Aug 12, 2015Home Sold
$155,000
Jun 17, 2015Home Sold
$80,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,990 -
2019$2,673$420,300
2018$1,721$270,600
2017$836$59,700

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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3
/10
  • Benjamin B. Comegys School

  • 5100 Greenway Ave

  • 0.25 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-7

High School

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2
/10
  • John Bartram High School

  • 2401 S 67th St

  • 1.82 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $36,773. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 4804 Kingsessing Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 4804 Kingsessing Ave property is $599,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 4804 Kingsessing Ave is a house located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19143.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 4804 Kingsessing Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 4804 Kingsessing Ave are:
Benjamin B. Comegys School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
John Bartram High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,990 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on August 12, 2015 for $155,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 4804 Kingsessing Ave has 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 4804 Kingsessing Ave is 2,460 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 4804 Kingsessing Ave is 1935.

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This home is located at 4804 Kingsessing Ave in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19143 in the Cedar Park neighborhood. This 2,460 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $599,000.

In October 2024, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 252 sold above asking price, over 567 sold below and more than 237 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale 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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