StatusAccepting Backup Offers (ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
About 526 Alcott St
This completely turn-key home in the Lawncrest section of Philadelphia is ready for its new owner- just unpack and begin enjoying the spring in this clean and updated space! Greeted by a spacious covered front patio, enter into the living room with gleaming hardwood floors and neutral colored walls that flow into the dining room. Recessed lighting and replacement windows make for plenty of natural and overhead lighting. The kitchen boasts a stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, gas range and dishwasher with an abundance of cabinetry and a corner sink. Access the rear balcony from this room- an extension of the living space to relax in the fresh air. The second level has 3 bedrooms, all with hardwood flooring and ceiling fans to keep you cool. The spacious tile bathroom has an added cabinet for storage and "extras" like a listello tile accent in the shower/bathtub combination. The basement is a perfect place for storage, a home workout space, or finish off a portion into a den or home office! A one-car garage makes parking convenient! Roof is estimated to have been replaced in 2016 and HVAC in 2017. You are in very proximity to public transportation and the Sub-Rail line is under one mile away! Lawncrest Park and Library, and all of the shopping and dining choices you can imagine are right around the corner on Rising Sun Avenue. This home is priced to sell and offers a move-in-ready space with tons of options for shopping, dining and traveling to other sections of the city, just minutes outside of your front door!
This property is $68.6K less than the Median Sold Price and $20/SqFt less than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: BRIGHT
MLS Number: #PAPH2330990
Listing Office:
Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Office Phone: (610) 647-8300
Listing Agent: Kristin Ciarmella
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
3
/10
Benjamin Franklin Academics Plus
5735 Rising Sun Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.14 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
High School
4
/10
Samuel Fels High School
5500 Langdon St
Distance between this listing and this school0.71 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
3
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Benjamin Franklin Academics Plus
5735 Rising Sun Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.14 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Universal Creighton Charter School
5401 Tabor Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.58 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
4
/10
Thomas K. Finletter Academics Plus School
6100 N Front St
Distance between this listing and this school0.91 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Grover Washington, Jr. Middle School
201 E Olney Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.98 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
5
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Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School
6310 N 2nd St
Distance between this listing and this school1.12 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
4
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The Philadelphia Charter School For Arts and Science
1197 Haworth St
Distance between this listing and this school1.53 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Assigned Schools
4
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Samuel Fels High School
5500 Langdon St
Distance between this listing and this school0.71 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Aspira Olney Charter High School
100 W Duncannon Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.44 miles
Public Charter Grades 9-12
3
/10
Frankford High School
5000 Oxford Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.75 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,399. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 526 Alcott St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 526 Alcott St property is $189,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 526 Alcott St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19120.
Is this property for sale now?
Accepting Backup Offers: 526 Alcott St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 526 Alcott St are: Benjamin Franklin Academics Plus: GreatSchools Rating 3/10Samuel Fels High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $556 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on December 15, 2020 for $147,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 526 Alcott St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 526 Alcott St is 1,080 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 526 Alcott St is 1925.
This home is located at 526 Alcott St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19120 in the Crescentville neighborhood. This 1,080 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $189,000.
Over 228 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2024 in Philadelphia, PA. In the same period over 481 listings were sold below the listed price and 214 listings were sold for the listed price. In March 2024 in Philadelphia, PA there were 4.6% more homes for sale than in February 2024. While the average time on the market in March 2024 was 54 days, the median list price was $257,610.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.