6439 Dickens Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
OFF MARKET

6439 Dickens Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19142

Elmwood
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,351 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,351 sqft

$223,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 25, 2024
Est. Refi. Payment $1,392/mo*

Homes for Sale Near 6439 Dickens Ave

Local Information

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Description

This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from December 03, 2021
Imagine yourself relaxing on the covered front porch of this completely renovated 19th century corner family row home. Close to shopping, transportation and schools. Enter the house from the open front porch into the spacious living room with new engineered flooring. Through the living room into the completely remodeled kitchen with spacious eat-in dining area. New cabinets, nice counter, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash and deep sink. Lookout into the backyard from the window over the sink. First floor laundry area doubles as a pantry. Kitchen has access to the backyard and to the partial unfinished basement . There is a first floor powder room off the kitchen. From the living room take the stairs to the second floor where you find 3 nice sized carpeted bedrooms and a large, bright remodeled marble and tile bathroom. The property boasts a new gas forced air heater, hot water heater and central air conditioning. Updated plumbing and electric throughout. Spacious fenced and nice size backyard that can be used for any family activities or as a play area or recreation area. Great deal for a first time Home Buyer. *** This property is for sale As Is condition***

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 6439 Dickens Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Improved,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Space For Rooms,Water Proofing System,WindowsNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1351 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable, DSL, LTE Internet Service, Fixed WirelessAppliances: Built-In Microwave, Air Cleaner, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Instant Hot Water, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove, Water Heater, Hot Water (60 plus Gallon Tank), Electric Water Heater, Gas Water HeaterLaundry: Dryer In Unit,Laundry ChuteRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: 90% Forced Air,Natural Gas,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s),Natural Gas,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: 90 Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Energy EfficientDoor: French DoorsFlooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood Floors
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: Accessible Doors, Accessible EntranceFloors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood Floors
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: BreezewayOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Stone, Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Septic, Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1351 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: MasonryNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: Excellent, Very GoodParcel Number: 406235400

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Dec 03 2021Possession Timing: 31-60 Days CD

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: PhiladelphiaCommunity: West Philadelphia
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: 1441 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 3Buyer 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: PAPH2002341Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Eli Mathieu, (215) 821-8025
Tesla Realty Group, LLC
Bought with: Eli Mathieu, (215) 821-8025, Tesla Realty Group, LLC
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PAPH2002341

Price History for 6439 Dickens Ave

DatePriceEventSource
01/31/2022$140,000Sold
N/A
11/30/2021$140,000Sold
Bright MLS #PAPH2002341
11/17/2021$159,900PendingBright MLS #PAPH2002341
10/30/2021$159,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #PAPH2002341
10/12/2021$159,900PendingToActiveBright MLS #PAPH2002341
08/25/2021$159,900PendingBright MLS #PAPH1012238
08/10/2001$10,000Sold
N/A

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$1,797
Assessment$128,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 6439 Dickens Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.07
Townhouse
$177,000
03/13/24
3
2
1,070
0.16
Townhouse
$160,000
02/29/24
3
2
1,350
0.17
Townhouse
$175,000
06/08/23
3
2
1,208
0.10
Townhouse
$216,000
05/31/23
4
3
1,920
0.05
Townhouse
$162,000
02/09/24
4
2
1,024
0.25
Townhouse
$135,000
08/23/23
3
2
1,176
0.26
Townhouse
$210,000
10/19/23
3
3
1,200
0.16
Townhouse
$125,000
12/11/23
3
2
960
0.16
Townhouse
$175,000
08/23/23
3
2
1,074
0.19
Townhouse
$195,000
01/23/24
3
2
1,278

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Elmwood

  • Trulia User
    "Parking is hard to find, neighbors are friendly and stick together. Packages can be left and normally are picked up by neighbors to hold until you return. "
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  • Trulia User
    "quick and easy access to the city, major highways and bridges to jersey. can be a bit congested at times with all of the schools in the neighborhood"
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this area for years and it has gone downhill like the rest of Philadelphia. There are countless crimes and the major of Philadelphia needs to do something. "
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  • Breyell J.
    "public transportation at your door. plenty of businesses. Street cleaning once a week. But trash is everywhere."
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  • Kenneth J. K.
    "taking the trolley to downtown to my job is a breeze. the commute is only 25 minutes 35 during rush hour"
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  • Jackie S.
    "There are other dog owners here. They might like that. That can be a good and a bad thing. Sometimes the dogs bark on and off a lot."
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  • Shawn
    "Ok. I drive but living in this neighborhood you really need a garage. A lot of careless drivers. My son uses public transportation to & from school, he has no issues"
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  • Jaysspecialplace
    "It can be a busy area. Public transportation is easily accessible going to Upper Darby, Center City and the airport. "
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  • Lamar M.
    "Very peaceful and community based we are all like family here we all look out for each other and we all do things together like a big ole family we can walk I each other’s house and eat or whatever we are all respectful towards esch other"
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  • Jaysspecialplace
    "I mostly drive but like having convenient public transportation available for when I need to use it. "
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  • Tyreekb60
    "People don’t pick up after they dog people just don’t care in it’s a shame kids have to play out there "
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  • Lamar M.
    "It clean and parks maintained potholes fixed and grass cut on a regular houses fixed up and more community events"
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  • Jamiejyoung
    "They do have a dog park about a block away. I’m not a dog person so I would know anything else they may like "
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  • Anthony H.
    "Horrible to much crime and people are not friendly I would not live here ever again ................"
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  • Kesha S.
    "The safety is very important and keep all children safe the streets in the summer time is some what quiet "
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  • Benjamin W.
    "transportation is easy to get too and there are plenty of stores.. There is crime also, but there is always a police presence."
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  • Lyneisha4flowers
    "I drive but when I do have to commute I can catch the trolley that takes me into center city downtown it’s very and reliable especially for those who don’t drive and needs public transportation "
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  • Aprilabr
    "The neighborhood is easily accessible to public transportation. You can get downtown in 20min. The neighborhood is also easily accessible to downtown by car. The airport is less than 10min away. "
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  • Breanna T.
    "Keep your children in the house at all times, walk them to school or to the bus stop. Just be extremely safe this neighborhood is BAD. A lot of fights and gun violence."
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  • Cally561
    "I've lived here for 9+years, never a problem with neighbors, there was someone breaking cars windows and stealing out the cars, but that was about 7yrs. ago, There hadn't been a problem since. the neighbors are friendly, we try to keep the block clean"
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  • johnK
    "I always see people walking their dogs. Sometimes those dogs are left unmanned which may pose danger to members of the neighborhood being harm."
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  • Saniyyah R.
    "My commute tops. I love that the trolley is very accessible. Some the children are loud and I’ve heard my share of disagreements, but nothing you wouldn’t expect from an urban environment."
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  • Maria A.
    "Grace Christian Fellowship Church is the best part of this community. Pastor Cean. James has a heart mission for Southwest Philadelphia. "
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  • Haas T. N.
    "For the parents out there it’s gets kind of crazy around here so you would really have to be careful who your child hangs around "
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  • Monique S.
    "Nothing unique about this neighborhood, a typical “hood” area. On my block there are often fights and domestic drama. "
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  • Monique S.
    "A lot of families live here Grocery stores easily accessible and close to a couple of shop rites and plazas with other stores It’s mostly hood"
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  • Umm H.
    "it's like no other I like the people and it's accessible to all ways of transportation the bus the expressway the airport or a taxi cab or even a hotel"
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Homes for Rent Near 6439 Dickens Ave

Off Market Homes Near 6439 Dickens Ave

6439 Dickens Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,351 sqft townhouse built in 1925. 6439 Dickens Ave is located in Elmwood, Philadelphia. This property is not currently available for sale. 6439 Dickens Ave was last sold on Jan 31, 2022 for $140,000 (12% lower than the asking price of $159,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 6439 Dickens Ave is $223,700.