Welcome to 3248 Fordham Rd, a beautifully renovated townhouse in the heart of the Academy Gardens section of Philadelphia. This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home boasts a remodeled kitchen, spacious deck, and finished basement, offering a comfortable and stylish living space. Step inside to discover a spacious family room with abundant natural light that flows into the eat-in kitchen. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen features new floors, recessed lighting, and a suite of modern appliances including a cooktop, dishwasher, gas oven, refrigerator, and more. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full hall bathroom, providing ample space and comfort for everyone. The property also features a fully finished basement with space for entertaining, a powder room, and a convenient laundry area equipped with a washer and dryer. Outside, the home offers a sitting area in the front to relax and chat with friends and a large deck in the back, perfect for enjoying the outdoors and entertaining guests. Parking is a breeze with an attached garage. Street parking is also available. Minutes from Roosevelt Blvd, routes 1 and 95, and the Amtrak and Septa stations. This home is ready to welcome you home with its modern amenities and inviting atmosphere. Don't miss the opportunity to make it your own. Schedule a showing today and experience the comfort and convenience of 3248 Fordham Rd!
Sold for $296,000
$296,000
3248 Fordham Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19114
3beds
1,364sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1954
2,159 Square Feet Lot
$315,000 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$2,271 Estimated rent
Home value
$315,000
$299,000 - $331,000
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Attached garageModern appliancesModern amenitiesLarge deckSpacious deckRenovated kitchenStreet parking
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Listed by:
Rick Toothill 267-664-2184,
Compass RE,
Co-Listing Agent: Jennifer C Walton 215-262-5709,
Compass RE
Bought with:
Patty Ellison, RS325146
Keller Williams Real Estate-Langhorne
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2352586
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry
Basement
- Area: 200
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,364
- Total interior livable area: 1,364 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,164
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage, Attached, On Street, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Lighting, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,159 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 133.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 572101600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Academy Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $205,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,880
- Date on market: 5/10/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Freezer (in Garage)
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/2024 | Sold | $296,000+5.8%$217/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2352586 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2024 | Pending sale | $279,900$205/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2352586 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $279,900+86.6%$205/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2352586 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2005 | Sold | $150,000$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,555 +23.4% | $254,000 +23.4% |
| 2024 | $2,881 | $205,800 |
| 2023 | $2,881 +24.3% | $205,800 |
| 2022 | $2,318 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,318 +6.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,182 +34.5% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,622 +1.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,600 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,600 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,600 +4.5% | $144,300 +674.8% |
| 2012 | $1,532 | $18,624 |
| 2011 | -- | $18,624 |
| 2010 | -- | $18,624 |
| 2009 | -- | $18,624 +5.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $17,728 |
| 2007 | -- | $17,728 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $16,480 |
| 2005 | -- | $16,480 |
| 2004 | -- | $16,480 |
| 2003 | -- | $16,480 |
| 2002 | -- | $16,480 |
| 2000 | -- | $16,480 |
| 1999 | -- | $16,480 |
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Neighborhood: Aston Woodbridge
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Holme Thomas SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 3/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.8 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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