517 Barbara Dr, Norristown, PA 19403
OFF MARKET

517 Barbara Dr
Norristown, PA 19403

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,516 sqft
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,516 sqft

$443,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 26, 2024
Est. Refi. Payment $2,923/mo*

Homes for Sale Near 517 Barbara Dr

Local Information

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Description

This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from August 26, 2022
New Price - Let's make a deal!! Welcome to the best value in all of East Norriton!! 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Single Detached Home for under 350K!!! Located in a Highly Desirable, Quiet Neighborhood, this Home Offers a Buyer the Opportunity to make Updates, and Still have Instant Equity - a Rare possibility in today's heated market!!! Come in Through the Enclosed Porch and you’ll find a Large Living Room and Spacious Dining Room, with Hardwood Floors and Several Window to let the Natural Light Shine. The Large Kitchen features a Chef-Style Stove and plenty of cabinetry for Storage. Head Upstairs, where the Hardwoods continue, and you will find 3 Bedrooms, A Master complete with an En-Suite, and a Hall Bath. Continue up a Couple of Steps and You’ll Find the 4th Bedroom, or the All Too Important Home Office Space, complete with another level of storage or a Potential Massive Walk-In Closet. The Fully Finished Basement Level makes the Perfect Play Area, Man Cave, Second Office and features a half bath, laundry area, and Access to the Huge Crawl Space for even More Storage. Garage Access is also Located on this level. Head outside to a good sized Yard, with a Fenced portion with Brick Pavers and Arbor/Pergola, Perfect for Entertaining. A New Furnace, and Solar Power Gives the Buyer a “Green” footprint, and Major Electrical Savings - the Sellers have had ZERO Electrical Bills!!! Panels can be removed at the Buyers request. All this in a Convenient Location with Easy Access to Major Highways, Shopping, Dining and Entertainment. Make Your Appointment Today!!!

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 517 Barbara Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2516 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, PhoneAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In BasementWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central A/CHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood Floors
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Levels: Split Level, 2.5Accessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Tile Brick, Wood Floors
Security
Security: Exterior Cameras, Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PorchFencing: Chain LinkOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: BasementNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Inside Entrance,Attached Garage,Driveway,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2153 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 363 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: Excellent, Very Good, Good, AverageParcel Number: 330000322005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $330,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Aug 31 2021Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

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

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, FHA 203(k), VA Loan

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: PAMC2000286Municipality: EAST NORRITON TWPAttic: Attic
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Bill Howlett, (610) 828-6300
RE/MAX Ready
Bought with: Joseph Mcdermott, (267) 249-9842, Century 21 Advantage Gold-Castor
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PAMC2000286

Price History for 517 Barbara Dr

DatePriceEventSource
08/31/2021$330,000Sold
Bright MLS #PAMC2000286
08/22/2021$330,000PendingRE/MAX International #PAMC2000286
08/21/2021ListingRemovedRE/MAX International
07/02/2021$330,000PendingRE/MAX International #PAMC2000286
06/29/2021$329,900PriceChange
RE/MAX International #PAMC2000286
06/25/2021$334,900PriceChange
RE/MAX International #PAMC2000286
06/16/2021$342,900Listed For SaleRE/MAX International #PAMC2000286
07/29/2013$167,900Sold
N/A
04/25/2013$167,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/28/2013$174,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/27/2013$187,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/01/2013$199,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$6,173
Assessment$132,570
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 517 Barbara Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.23
Single-Family Home
$275,000
02/21/24
3
3
2,582
0.34
Single-Family Home
$374,900
03/19/24
4
2
1,985
0.19
Single-Family Home
$401,000
12/06/23
3
2
1,440
0.23
Single-Family Home
$345,000
10/27/23
3
2
1,440
0.29
Single-Family Home
$424,000
03/22/24
3
2
1,440
0.43
Single-Family Home
$385,000
09/21/23
3
2
1,749
0.57
Single-Family Home
$511,000
05/30/23
4
3
2,933
0.50
Single-Family Home
$455,000
04/02/24
5
2
2,036
0.56
Single-Family Home
$500,000
06/08/23
4
3
2,518

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Homes for Rent Near 517 Barbara Dr

Off Market Homes Near 517 Barbara Dr

517 Barbara Dr, Norristown, PA 19403 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,516 sqft single-family home built in 1956. This property is not currently available for sale. 517 Barbara Dr was last sold on Aug 31, 2021 for $330,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $330,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 517 Barbara Dr is $443,500.