Welcome home! This 1940s Roxborough charmer offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and gives you proximity to Philadelphia with the comfort of a suburban home. The house boasts beautiful original hardwood floors, with a vintage border pattern on the first floor. The downstairs offers an open floor plan living with a spacious family room and connected dining room, including charming touches like an inset bookcase and eave serving nook. The kitchen was renovated in 2024, with upgraded appliances and freshly painted cabinets. Central air conditioning and radiator heat keep this home comfortable year-round, with ample light throughout the house; the classic bathroom even features its own skylight. On the second floor, the 3 bedrooms are perfect for expanding a family, or converting a room into an office. The basement contains laundry facilities and a new hot water heater with the HVAC system; it also offers a semi-finished area for easy storage solutions. The latticed backyard patio is lovely for enjoying the seasons year-round, with a fenced backyard ready for a fire pit or tiling. Located a block off Ridge Avenue, the house has access to ample street parking. Additionally, there is an off-street parking space in the alley to the rear of the property. Prime location: This home is within the Dobson School catchment (Grades K through 8) and is centrally located, with easy access to Gorgas Park, Ridge Avenue business district, local amenities, public transportation (Route 9 bus and nearby regional rail service), and Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park system, less than 0.5 miles away. Main Street Manayunk is a short trip down the hill to popular shops and restaurants. This ideal and convenient location allows you to walk, run, and bike on the Manayunk Tow Path, Schuylkill River Trail, or head directly into the lush green trails of the Wissahickon Valley minutes from your front door. Additionally, a 1-year home warranty will be offered by the Seller for the home at the time of settlement.
Sold for $300,000
$300,000
397 Delmar St, Philadelphia, PA 19128
3beds
1,356sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1940
1,885 Square Feet Lot
$306,300 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$2,300 Estimated rent
Home value
$306,300
$279,000 - $337,000
$2,300/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 21, 2025 at 09:53am
Listed by:
Mike Dixon 215-353-1882,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Wesley Kays-Henry, rs334491
Space & Company
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2391074
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 10
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Hung, Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,474
- Total interior livable area: 1,356 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,104
- Finished area below ground: 252
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,885 sqft
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 127.00
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 212300700
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable, Fiber Optic
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Roxborough
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/21/2025 | Sold | $300,000-3.2%$221/sqft |
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| 2/23/2025 | Pending sale | $309,900$229/sqft |
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| 1/30/2025 | Contingent | $309,900$229/sqft |
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| 9/18/2024 | Price change | $309,900-1.6%$229/sqft |
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| 8/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $314,900+67.9%$232/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,043 +22.6% | $288,800 +22.6% |
| 2024 | $3,298 | $235,600 |
| 2023 | $3,298 +6.1% | $235,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Roxborough
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Dobson James SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 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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Estimated market value
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