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253 S Saint Bernard Street

Philadelphia, PA 19139

3 beds
2 baths
1,440 sqft
1,715 sqft lot
$211 per sqft
1925 build

*MOTIVATED SELLER* Welcome to 253 S. Saint Bernard St: a generously sized 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home with PARKING in the Walnut Hill section of University City in West Philly. Perfect for the first time homeowner's chance to own their dream home or an investor looking for consistent university or resident housing. Right off the bat, you’ll notice several repairs the seller has made to bring this beauty to tip top shape! The cracked front steps have been replaced with shiny new concrete leading you right inside where you’ll enjoy the afternoon sun in the west facing enclosed porch. The entire home has been completely repainted from top to bottom. The traditional layout includes a spacious living room that is outfitted with a brand new powder room in the living room, followed by a dining room with a large wall mounted mirror in between the coat closet and access to the basement. The kitchen includes a refrigerator, dishwasher, oven and brand new microwave. Behind the kitchen is bonus storage space that could be used for a pantry or even main floor laundry - sky’s the limit!!! Continue out the back door where there is a small deck and staircase leading down the driveway and garage. You can easily fit a car in the garage and a car (or two!) in the driveway!! The second floor includes fresh, brand new carpeting throughout and a large hall closet. Underneath the carpet are original hardwood floors, should you choose to refinish them. The bedrooms are generously sized with equally generous closets. The full bathroom is beautifully illuminated by the sky light and highlights the brand new vanity, bath tub/shower combo and large linen closet. You’ll be close to so many green spaces; less than a mile to Clark Park, less than a quarter mile to Malcolm X Park and Cedar Park, and right across the street from Ben Barkan Park. Close to University City, Baltimore Ave, Mariposa Co-Op, endless dining options and more!! Walk score of 91, transit score of 76 and bike score of 99!!

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Nov 4, 2024 •

MLS# PAPH2375522 —

The Building

Year Built:

1925
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Masonry
Structure Type:

Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Levels:

2
Main Entrance:

West
Entry Floor Number:

1
Accessibility Features:

2+ Access Exits
Foundation Details:

Stone
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Unfinished, Outside Entrance
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

1440
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

1440

Interior

Interior Features:

Carpet, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Skylight(s), Bathroom - Tub Shower
Floors In Unit:

2
Flooring Type:

Luxury Vinyl Plank, Carpet
Fireplace:

No
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

1440
Living Area SqFt:

1,440 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, FHA, Conventional, VA
Possession:

Settlement

Location

Directions:

Head west on Spruce, past 49th, turn right on S. Saint Bernard.
Latitude:

39.95448303
Longitude:

-75.22068024

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Very Good, Good
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.04
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

16.00 x 105.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

1,715 Sqft
Zoning:

RSA5
Outdoor Living Structures:

Balcony
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

R30
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

601095800
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

88
Tax Annual Amount:

$2,922
Tax Assessed Value:

$208,800
Year Assessed:

2024
School Tax:

1636.0
City/Town Tax:

1285.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

None
Central Air:

No
Cooling Fuel:

None
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Radiator
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Laundry Type:

Hookup

Schools

High School:

WEST PHILADELPHIA
School District Name:

The School District Of Philadelphia
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Walnut Hill
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Sidewalks
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

2
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Rear Entry
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Driveway
Parking Features:

Concrete Driveway, Private
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

1
Driveway - # of Spaces:

1

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$305,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,633
Taxes	$243
Insurance	$83
Utilities	$191 See report
Total	$2,150/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/21/24 Oct 21, 2024	Price Changed	BRIGHT	$305,000	-6.2%
9/3/24 Sep 3, 2024	Price Changed	BRIGHT	$325,000	-4.4%
8/19/24 Aug 19, 2024	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$340,000

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This townhouse located in West Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA 19139 is currently for sale for $305,000. 253 S Saint Bernard Street is a 1,440 square foot townhouse with 3 beds and 2 baths. 253 S Saint Bernard Street is in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia and has a WalkScore® of 91, making it a walker’s paradise. This townhouse is in the attendance area of West Philadelphia High School and Henry C. Lea School.

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