**Investor Special – 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Airlite with Great Upside** Opportunity knocks with this solid 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath **Airlite-style property** located in a high-demand rental and resale area. The home features a **full finished basement**, **separate laundry room**, and **central air**, offering a strong foundation for value-add improvements. Interior needs cosmetic updates throughout, making it ideal for a flip or long-term hold. The layout includes a spacious living room, dining area, and a functional kitchen ready for renovation. Upstairs has three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath with good bones. The **large rear yard** offers outdoor appeal for tenants or future buyers, and the location is a major plus—**close to transportation, schools, and shopping**. Plenty of potential to increase ARV or market rent with the right updates. Great project for savvy investors looking to add value in a desirable neighborhood.
Sold for $116,900 on 05/13/25
$116,900
638 Marlyn Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19151
3beds
1,110sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,591 Square Feet Lot
$242,700 Zestimate®
$105/sqft
$1,821 Estimated rent
Home value
$242,700
$223,000 - $262,000
$1,821/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: June 18, 2025 at 08:51am
Listed by:
Walter Butler 215-464-8800,
Keller Williams Real Estate Tri-County
Bought with:
Walter Butler, AB069113
Keller Williams Real Estate Tri-County
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2471410
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Combination,Finished,Improved,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,110
- Total interior livable area: 1,110 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,110
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,591 sqft
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 86.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 344277500
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: AirLite
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Overbrook
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2025 | Sold | $116,900-2.5%$105/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2471410 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $119,900+105%$108/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2471410 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/1994 | Sold | $58,500$53/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,212 +16.5% | $158,000 +16.5% |
| 2024 | $1,898 | $135,600 |
| 2023 | $1,898 +23.7% | $135,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Overbrook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lewis C. Cassidy Academics Plus SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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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