178 E  Melrose Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050
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SOLD
OCT 17, 2025

178 E Melrose Ave
Lansdowne, PA 19050

  • 5 Beds
  • 2,774 sqft

$340,000

Last Sold: Oct 17, 2025
$123/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,303/mo*

$340,000

Last Sold: Oct 17, 2025
$123/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,303/mo*
5 Beds
2,774 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1920
Living Area
2,774 sqft
Price/Sqft
$123/sqft
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

Welcome to 178 E. Melrose Avenue. This is a 4 unit building with one 2 bedroom apartment and three 1 bedroom apartments. First floor front rent 950.00, first floor rear rent 900.00 , second floor side entrance 949.00 rent, third floor 2 bedroom rent 760.00. The washer and dryer bring in 25-40 dollars a month. Water paid by owner 150.00 a month average however, the water meters are on separate unit meters and the tenants could put the water in there own names to be billed directly. Gas heat cost 300-400 dollars in late November to March. The gas usage in Spring, Summer and Fall drops off because of minimal usage. This building has long term tenants and that would like to stay. Showings Saturdays and Sundays preferred by tenants. Tax amount are estimated.
178 E Melrose Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050 is a 5 bedroom, 2,774 sqft multi-family built in 1920. It last sold for the $340,000 asking price on Oct 17, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $346,000, with a rent estimate of $1,567/month.

Home Details for 178 E Melrose Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2774 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Off Street,Parking Lot,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: QuadruplexStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: GoodParcel Number: 17000059900

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $340,000Price Per Sqft: $123/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Oct 18 2025Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD, 120-180 Days, 31-60 Days CD, 61-90 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: EAST LANSDOWNE
School Information
Elementary School District: William PennJr High / Middle School District: William PennHigh School District: William Penn

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2774 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Conventional, Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: PADE2099166Municipality: EAST LANSDOWNE BORO
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by David Coffey, (610) 202-2533
Real of Pennsylvania
Bought with: ALBERT MOORE, (856) 265-7657, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Maturo
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PADE2099166

Price History for 178 E Melrose Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/17/2025$340,000Sold
Bright MLS #PADE2099166
09/10/2025$339,900PendingBright MLS #PADE2099166
09/10/2025$339,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PADE2099166
09/04/2025$339,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PADE2099166

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Comparable Sales for 178 E Melrose Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.22
Multi-Family Home
$220,000
02/24/26
4
2
3,100
0.22
Multi-Family Home
$320,000
11/19/25
5
-
1,678
0.50
Multi-Family Home
$365,000
12/01/25
5
-
2,450
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$375,000
03/25/26
5
-
2,457
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$385,000
06/26/26
5
3
2,490
0.48
Multi-Family Home
$335,000
12/17/25
3
3
2,471

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What Locals Say about East Lansdowne

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say there are community events

  • 100 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say car is needed

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Borough hall and great neighbors!!! There is always something special for the children in the neighborhood. "
  • Asiapope19
    "I’ve lived here for three years. I love it. It’s super quiet and everybody minds their business. I love that I can walk pretty much any where without a problem or hassle. "
  • Marianda R.
    "They would love it only thing they would hate is if a dog attacks there dog but that wouldn’t happen because people would hold there dogs so that they wouldn’t attack. "
  • Your N.
    "Parents should know that the neighborhood is kid friendly. There are not a lot of playgrounds but enough. Kids consistently ride bikes or play basketball in the school yard."
  • Cachella F.
    "I’ve been in this neighborhood for one year and I love it everybody mind their business everybody speak to each other"
  • Kia W.
    "Yes, that's important! the children need parks and places to play besides outside their houses. The parks make the community look more inviting for families. "
  • walley1319050
    "small town friendly,premit need to do work on homes,roofing ,plumbing,cement work,pools,fences"

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