1227 Swede St, Norristown, PA 19401
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1227 Swede St
Norristown, PA 19401

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,605 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,605 sqft

$160,000

Est. Mortgage $1,107/mo*
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Local Information

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Description

Updated twin only a block away from Roosevelt Campus and is ready to move in! Wonderful open concept with tons of natural light. The medium sized front porch facing the lovely Norristown Baptist Church leads you into the straight through style home starting with the living room. Entering, you notice the large windows, hardwood floors and the modern Z shaped staircase separating the living room from the kitchen/dining area. Here you will find the matching hardwood flooring, modern shelving, new appliance package and the door leading to the rear deck overlooking the fenced-in rear yard. Moving up stairs you will find the bedrooms and first full bath. Both bedrooms are bright and airy while the bathroom features a newly a vanity with ceramic tile floor. In the finished basement there are two rooms again separated by the staircase and fully carpeted. On the front side is another full bath with shower stall and on the rear side you will find the exit to the rear yard. This home is with-in walking distance to major highways, transportation, dining, and shopping.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$100
Listed
41 days ago

Home Details for 1227 Swede St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1605 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater - High-Efficiency, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard - Electric,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard Electric
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Energy Efficient, ReplacementFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
View
View: City, Street
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Porch, Roof, Patio, DeckFencing: Back Yard, WoodVegetation: ClearedOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights, BalconyFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1105 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 500 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 41

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1874Year Renovated: 2018
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Twin/Semi-DetachedArchitecture: Colonial,Straight Thru
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Security SystemIncluded in Sale: Fridge And DishwasherParcel Number: 130036696002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $160,000Price Per Sqft: $100
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Apr 02 2024Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: PENDING

Location

Direction & Address
City: NorristownCommunity: Norristown
School Information
Elementary School District: Norristown AreaJr High / Middle School District: Norristown AreaHigh School: Norristown AreaHigh School District: Norristown Area

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PAMC2098488

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 945 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive AgencyListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan, FHA

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Sub Agency Commission: 0Sub Agency Commission Type: $Transaction Broker Commission: 0Transaction Broker Commission Type: $
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PAMC2098488Municipality: NORRISTOWN BORO
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Jasmine Meier, (609) 968-8677
Compass RE, (267) 380-5813
Co-Listing Agent: Elizabeth B Clark, (610) 324-9860
Compass RE, (267) 380-5813
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PAMC2098488

Price History for 1227 Swede St

DatePriceEventSource
04/02/2024$160,000PendingBright MLS #PAMC2098488
04/01/2024$160,000ContingentBright MLS #PAMC2098488
03/28/2024$160,000PendingToActiveBright MLS #PAMC2098488
03/23/2024$160,000PendingBright MLS #PAMC2098488
03/19/2024$160,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #PAMC2098488
09/14/2020$151,400Sold
N/A
06/21/2020$149,900PendingAgent Provided
05/28/2020$149,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/27/2017$18,500Sold
N/A
03/02/2017$25,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/31/2017$25,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/10/2017$27,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/21/2016$27,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/06/2016$28,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/04/2016$29,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/28/2016$29,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/15/2014$7,000Sold
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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$3,099
Assessment$50,950
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1227 Swede St, Norristown, PA 19401 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,605 sqft single-family home built in 1874. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Mar 19, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PAMC2098488.