245 E Allen St Philadelphia, PA 19125
Fishtown Neighborhood
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Bed
--
Bath
2,061
Sq Ft
1,450
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Central Air
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- 3-minute walk to Penn Treaty Park
About This Home
As of May 2024245 E Allen St is a fantastic investment opportunity for an owner occupant, offering a modern, fully occupied duplex with two 1-bed, 1-bath apartments, in-unit laundry, a shared rear yard, and a prime location in booming Fishtown. A low-traffic block just off Delaware Ave leads to the building's towering brick facade. Unit #1 has a private street entry that opens to the bright and airy main level. Wide-plank floors stretch across the large living room, with a built-in electric fireplace and a feature wall adding character. The gleaming kitchen is fitted with high-end stainless steel appliances, white shaker-style cabinets, granite counters, a tile backsplash, and extra space for a table or storage cart with seating. A sleek full bathroom completes this level. Upstairs, there's a bright spacious bedroom with a fireplace and generous closets. This apartment also has access to the large unfinished basement that holds the laundry and tons of extra storage space. A breezeway on the side of the building leads to an expansive rear yard that's sure to be a popular spot to hang out on good weather days. From here, there's an entrance to Unit #2. A flight of stairs leads to this apartment's modern, sunlit kitchen and a full bathroom that also has the laundry. On the upper level, there's a large living room with bright windows and an exposed brick wall at the front, along with a bedroom at the rear. 245 E Allen St's sought-after Fishtown location is a short stroll from the top-rated restaurants, friendly shops, and lively entertainment that line Frankford Ave and Girard Ave. It's also close to sprawling Penn Treaty Park and Rivers Casino along the waterfront. Plus, there's easy access to public transit, I-95, and South Jersey. Schedule your showing today!
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,390
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 1,450 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 21.00 x 70.00
Home Design
- 2,061 Sq Ft Home
- Duplex
- Masonry
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Unfinished Basement
Community Details
- 2 Units
- Fishtown Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 166
- Assessor Parcel Number 181289600
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Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/2024 05/09/24 | Sold | $470,000 | -6.0% | $228 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2024 02/28/24 | For Sale | $500,000 | +28.9% | $243 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2022 10/24/22 | Sold | $388,000 | +0.8% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2022 09/15/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/29/2022 08/29/22 | For Sale | $385,000 | -- | $187 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,391 | $510,000 | $102,000 | $408,000 |
| 2024 | $5,391 | $510,000 | $102,000 | $408,000 |
| 2023 | $5,391 | $385,100 | $77,020 | $308,080 |
| 2022 | $3,933 | $385,100 | $77,020 | $308,080 |
| 2021 | $3,933 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,933 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,651 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,935 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,935 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,935 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,810 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $209,700 | $24,787 | $184,913 |
| 2012 | -- | $11,456 | $1,671 | $9,785 |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $329,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $380,972 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $470,000 | Ac Abstract | |
| Deed | $388,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2326616
APN: 181289600
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