Much Loved Family Home Available by Owner Upper Roxborough $529,000
House Available for View at Open Houses Only.
Welcome home to 698 Renz Street, Philadelphia, a 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath residence in a vibrant family neighborhood in Upper Roxborough. This home offers generous living spaces, neutral colors, hardwood floors and granite kitchen counters. Step through the front door into a welcoming foyer and formal living room with crown molding. Just off the foyer is a convenient half bath, closet and access to the garage. The first floor includes a cozy family room with carpeting and an electric fireplace and ample room to relax and entertain with a view of the beautifully landscaped private backyard and covered patio with exterior ceiling fan. Connected to the living room is a formal dining room and kitchen perfectly suited for gatherings. Walk to the upper level via hardwood stairs leading to the primary suite with bathroom and walk-in closet with attic storage access, and a dressing area as well as additional 3 bedrooms and one central bathroom. The partially finished basement includes vinyl flooring, island seating, storage and laundry room areas. The one car garage includes additional storage space. The home has a new HVAC system, gutters and garbage disposal (2025), a newer roof (2018). There is a concrete driveway, street parking and beautifully landscaped front and side yards. This split-level home combines classic design, comfortable living spaces, and everyday practicality, quiet living with easy access to downtown Philadelphia, Valley Green and Montgomery County. This one-owner home is a rare find.
4 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths
hardwood floors
private wooded backyard
granite counters
crown molding
new HVAC, finished basement
garage and plenty of parking
Suburban living in the city
20 minutes from downtown.
2026 Open House Dates:
Thursday March 5, 4pm-6pm -
Saturday March 7, 12pm -2pm This is a by owner sale. Property available for view at 2 Open Houses.
Send questions to TheRenzHome@outlook.com
For sale by owner
$529,000
698 Renz St, Philadelphia, PA 19128
4beds
2,534sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 1968
7,011 Square Feet Lot
$475,600 Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Electric fireplaceStreet parkingGenerous living spacesWelcoming foyerHardwood floorsFormal dining roomHardwood stairs
What the owner loves about this home
This lovely family home is in a quiet section of Roxborough with fenced backyard and sweet covered back porch with space to sit back and relax or enjoy outdoor dining while listening to many birds sing. Mature landscaping, great neighbors and easy access to the city or Montgomery County.
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Listed by:
Property Owner (574) 360-5326
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,534 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Exterior features: Shingle, Stone, Cement / Concrete, Metal
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 7,011 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 214048500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $459,800
- Annual tax amount: $6,436
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
Estimated market value
$475,600
$433,000 - $518,000
$3,110/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $529,000$209/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,436 +22.6% | $459,800 +22.6% |
| 2024 | $5,248 | $374,900 |
| 2023 | $5,248 +26.7% | $374,900 |
| 2022 | $4,143 | -- |
| 2021 | $4,143 +1.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $4,072 +15.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $3,512 +7% | -- |
| 2016 | $3,283 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,283 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,283 +4.5% | $264,500 +644% |
| 2012 | $3,142 | $35,552 |
| 2011 | -- | $35,552 |
| 2010 | -- | $35,552 |
| 2009 | -- | $35,552 |
| 2008 | -- | $35,552 |
| 2007 | -- | $35,552 |
| 2006 | -- | $35,552 |
| 2005 | -- | $35,552 |
| 2004 | -- | $35,552 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $32,320 +7.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $30,112 |
| 2000 | -- | $30,112 |
| 1999 | -- | $30,112 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,887/mo
Principal & interest
$2473
Property taxes
$414
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Roxborough
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Shawmont SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi




