5215 W  Clarkson Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
OFF MARKET

5215 W Clarkson Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19144

Germantown East
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,026 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,026 sqft

$190,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 23, 2024
Est. Refi. Payment $1,195/mo*

Homes for Sale Near 5215 W Clarkson Ave

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
Gorgeous professionally designed and completely renovated fully furnished home near La Salle University! Step up onto the Custom Painted Covered Porch before entering through the front door. Soak in the sightlines as the beautiful interior unfolds before you. The bright living room features a one of a kind Custom Fireplace with Reclaimed Wood Mantel and gas hook-up, Shiplap Walls, Recessed Lighting with Dimmers, Custom Built-Ins offering decorative shelving and storage, and Original Hardwood Floors that flow into the large dining room. There, a Custom Built-In Buffet offers plenty of storage, and the Recessed Lights brighten the room and highlight the featured decorative Stained Glass Window that shows through into the kitchen. The fully updated kitchen is a sight to behold, with Shaker Style Cabinets, Quartz Countertops, Porcelain Tile Floor, Glazed Ceramic Tile imported from Spain, Custom Reclaimed Wood Spice Rack, brand new Refrigerator, Gas Stove, and Dishwasher, and an Extra Deep Stainless Steel Sink. The back door opens out into the fully fenced backyard that is perfect for entertaining and enjoying the outdoor space. Following the original hardwood floors up the steps into the upstairs hall you will find three full bedrooms, with Double Closets and Custom Shelving in the master. The renovated bath is an oasis, with a Custom Vintage Sink Cabinet, Subway Tile with decorative trim, Gilded Antique Mirror, Specialty Shelving, and a stunning Porcelain Tile Floor. An abundance of storage space can be found in the huge downstairs basement, with high ceilings, ample lighting, water proofed and freshly painted walls and floor, an easily accessible laundry area, and exterior access to the rear yard. This incredible home has too many great features to list, including brand new Replacement Windows throughout, a New Roof, New Vinyl Siding on rear, New HVAC System, Hard Wired Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Exterior Receptacle in rear, all New Light Fixtures, and so much more. And to top it off, this professionally decorated home is being offered with all of the furnishings included! Conveniently situated by La Salle University, and close to shopping, entertainment, transportation, and schools, the location can’t be beat. Don’t let this rare opportunity slip away, schedule your private showing today!!!

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 5215 W Clarkson Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Exterior EntryNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1026 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stove, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: In Basement,Hookup,Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central A/C,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), OtherHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Replacement, Skylight(s), Screens, Stain/Lead Glass, Window TreatmentsFlooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Tile/Brick, Wood Floors
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Tile Brick, Wood Floors
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: FlatPatio / Porch: Porch, RoofFencing: FullOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Lighting, SidewalksFoundation: Stone, BasementNo 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
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1026 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925Year Renovated: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: Interior Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Straight Thru
Building
Construction Materials: Masonry, Brick, Stone, Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: ExcellentNot Included in Sale: Tv Displays (non-functioning)Included in Sale: All Furnishings May Be Included; As-is Condition.Parcel Number: 121204700

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $164,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 16 2021Possession Timing: Immediate, 0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: PhiladelphiaCommunity: Germantown
School Information
Elementary School District: The School District Of PhiladelphiaJr High / Middle School District: The School District Of PhiladelphiaHigh School District: The School District Of Philadelphia

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1359 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Sub Agency Commission: 0Sub Agency Commission Type: % Of GrossTransaction Broker Commission: 0Transaction Broker Commission Type: % Of Gross
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: PAPH2001938Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by James Costello, (215) 205-3308
RE/MAX Action Realty-Horsham
Bought with: Martha Savery, (610) 308-0579, Space & Company
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PAPH2001938

Price History for 5215 W Clarkson Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/03/2021$187,000Sold
N/A
07/27/2021$187,000Sold
Bright MLS #PAPH2001938
06/18/2021$164,900PendingBright MLS #PAPH2001938
06/18/2021$164,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #PAPH2001938
05/08/2019$52,000Sold
N/A
04/11/2019$49,000PendingAgent Provided
04/08/2019$49,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/19/2003$18,900Sold
N/A

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$1,106
Assessment$79,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5215 W Clarkson Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.10
Townhouse
$95,000
02/29/24
3
1
1,070
0.28
Townhouse
$215,000
02/06/24
3
1
1,098
0.07
Townhouse
$150,000
05/19/23
5
1
1,782
0.30
Townhouse
$160,000
12/21/23
3
1
910
0.06
Townhouse
$130,000
03/28/24
5
1
1,806
0.47
Townhouse
$210,000
03/18/24
3
1
1,148
0.33
Townhouse
$150,000
12/19/23
3
1
918
0.44
Townhouse
$138,000
09/01/23
3
1
1,046
0.50
Townhouse
$175,000
05/12/23
3
1
1,170
0.30
Townhouse
$123,000
09/29/23
3
1
926

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Germantown East

  • Taliya Williams
    "Not enough sidewalks …. And there are a lot of stray dogs that roam the area any time of the day , also people drive pretty fast so you have to always watch out for speeding cars "
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  • Trulia User
    "I think it’s a beautiful neighborhood to raise a family. The people seem very friendly and it close to at a lot of things and transportation is good."
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  • Trulia User
    "safety for kids playing outside and going to school with out running from gun fire. I want them to ay other places than the porch"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are three playgrounds within a 5 minute drive. But there are a lot of cars so there are a lot of car accidents. The kids have to be careful when crossing the street."
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  • Trulia User
    "Not really. Unique, just not so welcoming as a result, neighbors usually stay to themselves. However, there is a lot of loud music played at night no matter what the season is. "
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  • Allison F.
    "Nothing. This neighborhood is unsafe with a high crime rate. Most people are rude. Can’t have packages delivered cause they all get stolen. "
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  • Trimmyma24
    "My family does things together. Our neighborhood isn’t the friendliest when it comes to joining together "
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  • Kaydeen C.
    "Terrible neighborhood. It’s dangerous, filthy, and drug dealers everywhere. Only good thing is that I always have packages coming and they never get stolen off my porch. Other than that, it’s a trash neighborhood."
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  • Tlbryant1127
    "There are many families who live in this area, mostly young. It's generally a nice place to live and raise a family. "
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  • Dianniarahman
    "it’s dangerous around here, the schools are over populated and the markets are horrible and unclean."
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  • Trulia User
    "We have events on our block every July the last Saturday some times it girls night out on the block we decorate are porches"
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  • Gary D.
    "It's a horrible neighborhood. Dirty, loud, violent. Police don't respond to quality of life crimes: loud music, drug dealing, loitering, open marijuana smoking. Eateries are of low qualities. Neighborhood should be burnt to the ground. "
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  • Good Neighbor!
    "Like most areas in Philadelphia, Germantown is starting to see gentrification. People love the older Victorian style homes that are one of a kind. I've been here now for close to 10 years and the area is definitely seeing new capital investments, in [structures & wonderful people]."
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  • Florence T. H.
    "Every Neighborhood has its good and bad but My Aunt has lived in East Germantown for 60 something years and I lived there off and on but I love Germantown then any other part in Philly And Iam frm West Philly"
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  • Ryan G.
    "This area is ok! What I do like is that it is up and coming on development and if not now but later on it will be very good to live in"
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  • Harrison C.
    "Its easy for me to get downtown bus wise and easy access to the highway. I love the scenic surroundings "
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  • Helen Y.
    "It’s really quiet on my block and no noise and neighbors are polite. Safe environment for the kids. Kids could play outside and no violence where I live at"
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  • Jabbarbryant
    "plenty of places to walk your dog. several dog parks. will lift ahead at night. plenty of open spaces in the neighborhood"
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  • Blessedchi90
    "it's okay to live around here. just mind your business and ppl are pretty chill. Nice park n community center. kids have a few friends around. The K and the L bus runs pretty often so you can get to where you need to go."
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  • Mayumi
    "not really a great place to live but if you stay to your self you will be ok. I lived in the area for years and I really don't like it but the rent is affordable so that's the only reason I stayed so long but I am now looking for another house because I can't take it any more."
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  • b r.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 5 years and it's nice. The neighbors are friendly and social. Very low crime rate. Good schools in this area "
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  • Stephanie C.
    "The renovated Lovett Library is very kid friendly."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "There is Mt. Airy Day..A day of entertainment and arts and crafts vendors Cliveden House event..They re-enact the war of 1800 something..The Cliveden House is open to the public, with many food and craft vendors."
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  • Athena L.
    "My favorite neighborhood event would have to be the block parties & cookout because that's when everyone really comes together as a unit. Everyone brings different food so you can experience a lot of different cultures & backgrounds."
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  • Athena L.
    "You can find a lot of different cultures and styles here. Everyone is also always friendly and makes sure that their neighbors are OK. It's more of a big family than a neighborhood really."
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  • Stephanie C.
    "Germantown East is rich in its historic value and is also racially and culturally diverse. The thing I like best about Germantown East is that it's close to Chestnut Hill, where there are wonderful shops and places to dine."
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  • Katharine S.
    "Neighbors watch out for each others' kids like family."
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  • Katharine S.
    "Saturday morning and Thursday afternoon Farm Markets. Music and fun for all ages and LOTS of fresh food"
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  • Katharine S.
    "We have a great mix of people from all walks of life and cultures."
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  • Oreodreams21
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 5 years. We have alot of good things here such as neighborhood, pubic transportation routes via Septa. Nights some blocks are well lit little hidden blocks may not be . Wister street is horrible from metal plates and the street is just jacked up... It gets hot sometimes around these areas it has peak seasons neighbors are all lind they speak. we have alot of abandoned cats in the area some pitbulls. wouldn't trade the diversity for anything... "
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  • Smth93bm
    "I have lived here since 1974 and I have seen people come and go. Our neighborhood is quiet except for we hear the children playing and having fun. It's a good Community for the most part."
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  • Alice Y.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for over 3 years and it's quite because of businesses on the block closed on the weekend. Transportation is good and when I'm not driving bi only need to take one bus to work."
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  • Telfreda
    "It’s a blend of history and change. The new bookstore uncle bobbies speaks to the rich heritage Germantown holds amongst people of color, because this area of the city was run inhabited by quakers"
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Homes for Rent Near 5215 W Clarkson Ave

Off Market Homes Near 5215 W Clarkson Ave

5215 W Clarkson Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,026 sqft townhouse built in 1925. 5215 W Clarkson Ave is located in Germantown East, Philadelphia. This property is not currently available for sale. 5215 W Clarkson Ave was last sold on Nov 3, 2021 for $187,000 (13% higher than the asking price of $164,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 5215 W Clarkson Ave is $190,400.