On a beautiful tree lined, quiet street in Overbrook sits 1227 Marlyn Road, a three bedroom, one bathroom twin home. With good bones and lots of potential, this property is an investor’s dream. Taking the steps up the walkway, you’re greeted by the covered front porch, a perfect spot for your morning coffee or to just watch the world go by. Stepping through French doors into the home, you’re greeted by the living room with hardwood floors and a brick-surround fireplace. The hardwood floors continue into the nicely sized dining room. At the back of the home is the eat-in kitchen. Off of the kitchen is the backyard, which offers space for your own home garden. The second floor boasts three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The unfinished basement contains the washer/dryer. This property is being sold As-Is. Located just minutes from City Line Avenue, local restaurants, public transportation, and St Joe’s University.
Sold for $129,500 on 02/15/23
$129,500
1227 Marlyn Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19151
3beds
1,262sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
1,276 Square Feet Lot
$212,900 Zestimate®
$103/sqft
$1,515 Estimated rent
Home value
$212,900
$192,000 - $234,000
$1,515/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 21, 2023 at 02:44am
Listed by:
Lisa Burns 610-246-3026,
Compass RE
Bought with:
Lisa Burns
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2176504
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,262
- Total interior livable area: 1,262 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,262
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,276 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 81.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 344273900
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Overbrook
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/15/2023 | Sold | $129,500+0.8%$103/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2176504 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2022 | Pending sale | $128,500$102/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2176504 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $128,500-8.2%$102/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2176504 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2018 | Sold | $140,000+14.8%$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2015 | Sold | $122,000$97/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #PAPH130986_100 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,740 -22.7% | $124,300 -22.7% |
| 2024 | $2,249 | $160,700 |
| 2023 | -- | $160,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Overbrook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lewis C. Cassidy Academics Plus SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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