720 S American St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
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720 S American St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Queen Village
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,840 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,840 sqft

$573,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 25, 2024
Est. Refi. Payment $3,490/mo*
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Description

This property is not currently for sale or for rent on Trulia. The description and property data below may have been provided by a third party, the homeowner or public records.
Sunny three-bedroom brick home in Queen Village, with a quaint gated courtyard. On a quiet, charming tree-lined street in Meredith catchment, just 1.5 blocks away from South Street and many great restaurants and shops.

- Master bedroom on the third floor boasts cathedral ceilings, exposed brick, access to attic storage, laundry, and full master bathroom.
- Two bedrooms on the second floor, with full bathroom.
- Eat-in kitchen with new gas oven range.
- Living/dining room with working fireplace with door to backyard garden.
- 2.5 bathrooms.
- Excellent central air/heat. Original plank floors.
- Private backyard garden for BBQs.
- Quiet, private, and safe.

Location:
- Within 15 min walking distance to Jefferson Hospital, Old City, Avenue of the Arts.
- Bus directly to UPenn/Drexel just a couple blocks away; a block from Septa bus 57.
- Moments from South Street/Headhouse Square, 2 blocks from the waterfront.
- Plenty of street parking/secure lots in the neighborhood. Private parking for rent is available on the block.
- Child-friendly neighborhood. Three playgrounds within a trike-ride, Fleisher Art Memorial, Settlement Music School, InMovement, and Zhang Sah all within 10-minute walk, and in desirable Meredith catchment.
- Some photos show furnished home: home will be emptied for rental.

First, last, and one-month's security due at signing. Water included, renter(s) pay other utilities. Low monthly utility costs, and no association fees. Pets welcomed - dogs over 15 lbs will require $300 deposit. If interested, please send info on planned move-in date. Thank you!

First, last and security.

Home Highlights

Parking
None
Outdoor
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Home Details for 720 S American St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1914
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 871 sqft

Price History for 720 S American St

DatePriceEventSource
11/24/2014$336,000Sold
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08/27/2014$305,000Sold
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07/23/2014$383,700PriceChange
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07/21/2014$215,000PriceChange
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07/14/2014$228,000PriceChange
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07/13/2014$383,700PriceChange
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04/26/2014$228,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/24/2005$450,000Sold
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11/01/2000$325,000Sold
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06/23/1998$162,000Sold
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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$6,853
Assessment$489,600
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

Queen Village
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What Locals Say about Queen Village

  • Trulia User
    "the park across the street always has something going on, quick walk to the riverfront and penns landing! "
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  • Tom W.
    "Great schools! Lots of activities for kids. Involved neighborhood association. Safe areas. Would highly recommend "
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  • Brianna.fecondo
    "Very nice neighborhood, feels safe except for South Street on weekend nights. Many great neighborhood restaurants and small businesses."
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  • Sridhara Y.
    "Wonderful, safe, neighborhood with parks, Montessori and day cares within walking distance. So glad we moved here !!!"
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  • Mlalli01
    "Lots of dog owners; Mario Lanza Park has a small area for dogs and there are multiple parks in the area."
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  • Ml
    "Great neighborhood for families; plenty of great restaurants, parks/playgrounds, and coffee shops; close enough to walk to cc; quiet; safe. "
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  • Peter V. D.
    "I live in the neighborhood for 7 years and I love it. It’s safe and people are really nice. There are great restaurants nearby. "
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  • Barnettp3
    "You can walk downtown in 25 minutes, or bike in 10. The path can be beautiful- for ex, down Spruce St, through Washington Square Park, or past Independence Mall"
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  • Maria R.
    "Great place to live if you can afford it or find a good deal. Don’t know why it has to cost an arm and a leg for a modicum of safety but that’s a whole other conversation 🙄"
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  • Crystal M. C. .
    "The newer neighbors has really turned this neighborhood into a more safe, up and coming area! Anyone looking to move to south philly should really consider QV!"
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  • Crystal M.
    "Fair considering traffic when not in this pandemic! Currently commuting is smooth during anytime rush hour!"
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  • Jenlwollman
    "Lots of dogs and dog parks and green space for off leash fun ( Front St park, Old Swedes churchyard). "
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  • Meredith G.
    "Love this neighborhood. So many walkable options. Feels very safe for kids and families. It’s great."
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  • Meredith G.
    "My neighborhood is great! For the commute, I drive, because I work in the far north part of the cc’ing. However, on the weekends, I usually walk everywhere!"
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  • Anna E.
    "There is a super cute dog park right in the neighborhood, and all the streets are dog friendly and walkable with low traffic noise and courteous drivers for safety and security on walks. Plus because it’s a grid you will never walk the same way twice!"
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  • Jorge J.
    "amazing neighborhood. been living here for 2 months and I really like it so far. looking forward to the time I have left on my lease"
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  • Brian
    "Great public school, and a terrific walking neighborhood. Plenty of families live in the area and there are some nice parks. "
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  • C.metrick94
    "There are block parties once a year. Close to I-95. Has a great dog park and close to Penn’s Landing."
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  • Trulia User
    "Events at local businesses like Brickbat Books and Paradigm and Moon and Arrow ........................"
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  • Trulia User
    "Most of the dogs aren’t friendly here. I find people always crossing the street when they are in close contact with another dog walker. "
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  • Alissa C.
    "Lots of dog owners! Lots of cute dogs! Doggie Style shop in the neighborhood. Dog park on 2nd and Queen at Mario Lanza Park. Extremely dog friendly"
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  • Cdunne2013
    "There are street fairs , farmers markets , and great restaurants/ bars! Close to south street and always people around , which is a great aspect for a neighborhood to have in my opinion ! "
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  • Natalie R
    "I lived here for nine and a half years. It is a quiet neighborhood. You can get to most things by foot or by any of the many bus routes that are within walking distance. A car is nice to have, but not necessary."
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  • Eli K.
    "4th Fridays at the Philadelphia Visionary Arts Gallery @ 764 S 4th St. Art Openings at a one of a kind Gallery with a light up floor and surrealistic visionary paintings throughout."
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  • Markcheim
    "There are lots of dogs and places are dog-friendly (put out water bowls, etc). Not a lot of green space. Parks are limited and heavily used."
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  • Kaseyharrington23
    "There are 4 great parks within walking distance to take your kids for a stroll. Stores and markets are only a few blocks away and we feel very safe living here."
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  • Sue W.
    "July 4th and new year fireworks at Penns landing"
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  • Sue W.
    "It's a clean, family-oriented neighborhood with great restaurants."
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  • Jennifer L.
    "The neighborhood is very safe, there are many kids, but it's not 'stroller city' like some other areas."
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  • Mark D.
    "It's very kid-friendly here, as safe as it gets in Philly."
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  • Jennifer L.
    "South Street Promenade (Easter), Headhouse Farmers Market"
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  • Mark D.
    "South Street/Headhouse Square festivals Close to fireworks on Penn's Landing I live in SoSo, South of South Street, NOT in the shadow of NYC's SoHo because we are SoSo FABULOUS"
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  • Jennifer L.
    "It's a bit difficult to find parking, and we're not near the subway."
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  • Mark D.
    "I walk to what I need and am a bus ride away from the rest and close enough to the El, the subway, and 30th Street Station."
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  • Jill F.
    "Italian market festival, all the food and variety of it"
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  • Erin I.
    "Neighbors are so kind and community oriented. We are able to walk to restaurants, playgrounds, shopping, schools, and our kids activities. "
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  • Racheltlipton
    "Mix of old and young, historic buildings, well kept streets, safe to walk around and best of all - close to the riverfront!"
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  • Jaimeya B. J.
    "I don’t live here my sister does, the parking is the worst, everything is 2hr parking and it’s never no where to park so the only plus about this area is it’s near south street and penns landing that’s it. I wouldn’t wanna live somewhere where I have to drive around for 20 minutes jus to find somewhere to park..ridiculous "
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720 S American St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 1,840 sqft apartment built in 1914. 720 S American St is located in Queen Village, Philadelphia. This property is not currently available for sale. 720 S American St was last sold on Nov 24, 2014 for $336,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 720 S American St is $573,000.