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728 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19147

$1,359,995

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 2 Partial
2,976 SqFt
$457/SqFt
Townhouse

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1920
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
ViewPark
MLS #PAPH2389128
Lot Size0.02 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 728 S 8th St

This 5-bedroom, 3.2 bath home in the heart of Bella Vista, across from Cianfrani Park, is situated in the sought-after Meredith school catchment. There is a unique combination of modern luxury and historic charm. The first floor unveils a spacious open floor plan, seamlessly blending the open concept living room and dining room. A 9 feet high ceiling, exposed brick wall along with gorgeous red oak hardwood floor create a charming atmosphere. The kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring GE Cafe appliances. Additionally, there's a powder room combined with a laundry hookup behind the kitchen for added convenience. On the second floor, you will find three spacious bedrooms suited with ample closets and 2 full bathrooms. The Primary suite on the third floor offers you a freestanding soaking tub, a glass shower with his and hers showers and a walk-in closet. There is another bedroom on the other side of the hall on the third floor. Step up to the roof deck—an entertainer's dream with breathtaking city views. The finished basement adds another layer of living space, including a wine cellar equipped with built-in wine rack. 2 zones HVAC . This home truly has it all—style, space, and functionality. Interesting remark: according to the previous owner, who had owned this property for over 60 years, this basement was built as a bomb shelter. This gives an idea of its strength and durability.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 2,976 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Dan Realty
  • Office Phone: (267) 808-6333
  • Listing Agent: Natalie Lernerman

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Microwave
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: Park

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Fitzwater and 8th st

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,359,995
  • Price Per SqFt: $457/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $9,085
  • 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

728 S 8th St vs Philadelphia

78 DAYS ON ROCKET

+34 Days

$1,359,995

+$1.0M More

$457/SqFt

+$258 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.0M more than the Median Sold Price and $258/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: #PAPH2389128

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Dan Realty
  • Office Phone: (267) 808-6333
  • Listing Agent: Natalie Lernerman

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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Last updated on: 11/21/2024, 2:20:59 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

May 20, 2021Home Sold
$633,750

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$9,085 -
2019$8,383$598,900
2018$5,906$421,900
2017$5,906$421,900

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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5
/10

  • Francis Scott Key School

  • 2230 S 8th St

  • 1.41 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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3
/10

  • Stephen Girard Elementary School

  • 1800 Snyder Ave

  • 1.58 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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7
/10

  • Abram Stockton Jenks School

  • 2501 S 13th St

  • 1.65 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 $69,420. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 728 S 8th St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 728 S 8th St property is $1,359,995.

What type of property is this?

The property 728 S 8th St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19147.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 728 S 8th 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 $9,085 (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 20, 2021 for $633,750. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 728 S 8th St has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 728 S 8th St is 2,976 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 728 S 8th St is 1920.

Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19147›728 S 8th St

This home is located at 728 S 8th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19147 in the South Philadelphia neighborhood. This 2,976 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 04, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,359,995.

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 listings in Philadelphia, PA increased by 9.8% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 44 days, the median list price was $261,807.

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

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