Sold for $397,000 on 10/30/23
$397,000
472 Monastery Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128
4beds
1,875sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
1,648 Square Feet Lot
$422,600 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$2,718 Estimated rent
Home value
$422,600
$401,000 - $444,000
$2,718/mo
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We know you've been searching high and low for the perfect Roxborough home with space, charm and luxury - and here it is! Welcome to 472 Monastery, a lovely 3-story twin-home with 4 Bedrooms, 1.5 baths, office/bonus room, full basement, porch, yard and many endearing details. Situated on a tree-lined street with lovely ambiance, this home has historic 1920's old-world charm but with all the modern amenities for today's lifestyle. Upon entering the main entrance hall is a cozy bonus room with ornamental fireplace and mantle details. Use it as your convenient first floor office or a cozy retreat for reading and relaxing beside the large window that invites natural light. A spacious, open living room - dining area is an inviting space for dinner parties or entertaining. The kitchen has been beautifully updated with a skylight, gorgeous cabinetry, top of the line GE slate appliances (with fingerprint & smudge resistant matte finish!), modern stainless steel range hood, plus a large island counter for eat-in meals or a fabulous prep area for the cook! A convenient first floor powder room features a dramatic brick wall accent. You'll love the attractive bamboo wood floors with mahogany finish throughout the first floor and the lovely original hardwoods on the 2nd & 3rd floors. Off the kitchen is a lovely fenced in yard with slate patio and plenty of sun and shade for barbecues or evening star gazing. The beautiful wood staircase leads to the 2nd level with 3 bedrooms and an updated hall bath with shower/tub combination. Another staircase leads to a huge 2nd bonus room on the 3rd level! Use it as a 4th bedroom, a spacious office, art studio, exercise room or guest suite. A lower level basement offers ample room for storage, utilities and laundry area. All of the windows have been replaced as well as the heater and water heater . And let's not forget the delightful open front porch - a cheerful spot to relax and soak in the sunshine and where socializing with the neighbors is a real thing. Enjoy a short walk to Starbucks for your morning coffee, hiking & biking at beautiful Valley Green /Forbidden Drive Park (entrance 2 blocks away!) - and shopping and restaurants in Manayunk. A wonderful opportunity to own this Northwest classic that's been artfully updated and offers everything you've been searching for! Come on by and check this sweet and charming home!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 31, 2023 at 03:11am
Listed by:
Kathy Gilmore 610-212-4330,
Keller Williams Realty Group
Bought with:
Jeremiah F Kobelka, 1757497
Real Broker, LLC
Hilary Ettenson, 2075584
Real Broker, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2274212
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,875
- Total interior livable area: 1,875 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,875
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,648 sqft
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 96.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 212086200
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Septic, Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Roxborough
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2023 | Sold | $397,000+3.1%$212/sqft |
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| 10/21/2023 | Pending sale | $384,900$205/sqft |
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| 10/6/2023 | Contingent | $384,900$205/sqft |
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| 9/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $384,900$205/sqft |
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| 9/24/2023 | Contingent | $384,900$205/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,584 +17.4% | $327,500 +17.4% |
| 2024 | $3,904 | $278,900 |
| 2023 | $3,904 +17.3% | $278,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Roxborough
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Dobson James SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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