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68 W Johnson St, Philadelphia, PA, 19144

$475,000

Home List Price

$5,641*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
3,407 SqFt
$139/SqFt
Townhouse

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68 W Johnson St, Philadelphia$475,000

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$5,641*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage1 space
Year Built1900
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
BasementYes
MLS #PAPH2378582
Lot Size0.09 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 68 W Johnson St

Beautifully maintained 5 bedroom/3 bathroom Twin-Home in Historical West Germantown! House sits on a large lot featuring front yard, back yard with a garage and a spacious driveway that comfortably fits 5-car parking. Upon ascending the front staircase, you are welcomed onto the large front porch, a peaceful spot to relax. Enter into a foyer and a spacious first floor featuring living room, a separate dining room with an authentic pocket door, tall ceilings, beautifully restored original hardwood flooring, built in corner cupboard, a mantle with tiles featuring Germantown scenes from late 1800's, deep window casings, and many other original architectural features. There is a comfortable eat-in kitchen with ceramic flooring, quartz counters and newer appliances; a full bathroom with a glass enclosed shower is on this level as well as an entrance to the large back yard, which is a great space to entertain and unwind. The second floor features three generously sized bedrooms and a fully renovated bathroom with a clawfoot tub. All bedrooms have ample closet/storage space. The third floor has an oversize primary bedroom with a sitting room and a walk-in closet. You will also find an additional bedroom and a recently remodeled bathroom with a skylight, a glass enclosed shower and a Jacuzzi tub. The finished cozy basement is perfect for a family room, gym, or an office, and provides limitless possibilities. The laundry room with full size washer/dryer, utility sink and a second egress to the backyard adds to the convenience. Some of the upgrades include: new HVAC and high efficiency heater (2021), new bathrooms (2020), appliances (2021/2022), electric upgrade (2020), roof- house and garage (2017), porch (2024). See complete list of upgrades in listing attachments. Sale includes security system. Situated in West Germantown near historical landmarks, many parks including Wissahickon Park with over 1800 acres of hiking and biking trails, waterways, picnic and sporting areas, ideally located near coffee shops, Weaver Way Coop locations and dining. Walk down tree lined streets for local ice cream, hard cider, or farm to table fare. Nearby neighborhoods like W Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, Roxborough/Manayunk and East Falls provide easy access to even more restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Commuting is a breeze with the home's close proximity to Lincoln Drive, providing a quick ride to major highways and just a brisk walk to many nearby public transportation options.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Straight Thru
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 3,407 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Listing Agent: Jana Vagele

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Garage Door Opener, Detached Garage, Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.09 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Lincoln Drive right on W Johnson St, property on the right past Cherokee St.

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $475,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $139/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,972
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Philadelphia, PA.

Med. Sold Price

$265.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$200

Avg. Days On Market

45

# of Sold Homes

946

68 W Johnson St vs Philadelphia

151 DAYS ON ROCKET

+106 Days

$475,000

+$209.6K More

$139/SqFt

-$62 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $209.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $62/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: #PAPH2378582

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Listing Agent: Jana Vagele

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.

BRIGHT MLS is the (or a) provider of this home sale information and has compiled content from various sources. Some properties represented may not have actually sold due to reporting errors. ©2024 BrightMLS. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 12/22/2024, 4:20:57 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 14, 2006Home Sold
$200,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,972 -
2019$3,759$268,600
2018$2,662$190,200
2017$2,662$190,200

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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4
/10
  • Elenor C. Emlen Elementary School

  • 6501 Chew Ave

  • 0.74 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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4
/10
  • Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School

  • 67 E Bringhurst St

  • 1.15 miles

  • Public Charter Grades KG-5

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3
/10
  • John B. Kelly Elementary School

  • 5116 Pulaski Ave

  • 1.44 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $56,410. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 68 W Johnson St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 68 W Johnson St property is $475,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 68 W Johnson St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19144.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 68 W Johnson 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 $2,972 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on July 14, 2006 for $200,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 68 W Johnson St has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 68 W Johnson St is 3,407 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 68 W Johnson St is 1900.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19144›68 W Johnson St

This home is located at 68 W Johnson St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19144 in the Germantown / Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 3,407 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2024 and is currently priced at $475,000.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 219 sold above asking price, over 523 sold below and more than 204 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 1.8% between October 2024 and November 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $265,372 and the average listing age was 45 days.

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

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