This is the home you have been waiting for! Gorgeous corner property in a Cul-de-sac street located in the highly desirable Roxborough neighborhood. Welcome home to 226 Overlook Rd. with 2 Bed/2 bath contemporary home. The owners have meticulously maintained this home and added over $20,000 in upgrades (New HVAC, plumbing and others repairs). Truly move-in ready, this home boasts low-maintenance flooring throughout ceramic tile on the basement and wood floors on first and the second floor. This home is made for entertaining both inside and out. The functional kitchen and dining room feature accessible cabinetry, ample countertops, stainless steel appliances. Both the kitchen and adjacent dining room have easy access door leading to the backyard patio. A large and corner backyard provides ample outside storage space to entertain your friends and family. The dining room and living room provide additional entertaining space featuring crown molding with neutral decor. The finished basement features three separate areas including a custom bedroom space, full bath and the laundry section plus storage space. The second story features a large master bedroom with large closet. The second is nicely sized bedroom for your guess or for a nice office space. Fantastic location within walking distance to Close proximity to Manayunk, Chestnut Hill, Fairmount Park, Center City, Conshohocken, and King of Prussia. Walking distance to Gorgas Park, Fountain Street Steps, Manayunk Tow Path, Main St in Manayunk, Ridge Ave Business District in Roxborough, and the Ivy Ridge Train Station; as well as many convenient bus routes along Ridge Ave. Easy access to multiple commuter routes and an array of shopping choices. New construction developments on Leverington Avenue, Delmar street, are going for $700k and up. Make your appointment today to see what an amazing lifestyle 226 Overlook Rd has to offer.
TownhomeProperty Type
1955Year Built
2,025 sq ftLot Size
$332Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Diana Rivera• Keller Williams Real Estate - Newtown
Corner home on Cul-de-sac street!! Yes and at the highest point in Roxborough! You can see the Philly skyscape! This end of row with fenced in yard and back patio with overhang which faces Lemonte St has parking out back or on the side or in the front !! Gorgeous New Kitchen !! Good size Living and Dining rooms - 2 good size bedrooms upstairs and Nice Hall bath. Partially finished basement and separate Storage/Laundry area 1/2 bath TOO!!!!! True find in this area for the price and all you get!! Come one come all!!
BRIGHT MLS #1007053338
Oct 1, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 1, 2011
Listed
$168,000
$183/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 15, 2008
Sold
$192,500
$210/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH125754
Dec 7, 2007
Sold
$192,500
$210/sq ft
Oct 20, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 4, 2007
Listed
$192,500
$210/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 29, 1986
Sold
$51,000
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1980
Sold
$41,500
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,416 (−36.7%)
$54,520 + $218,080
$272,600
2025
$3,816 (+23.5%)
$54,520 + $218,080
$272,600
2024
$3,089
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2023
$3,089 (+19.4%)
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2022
$2,587
$27,720 + $157,080
$184,800
2021
$2,587
$27,720 + $157,080
$184,800
2020
$2,587 (+1.7%)
$27,720 + $157,080
$184,800
2019
$2,543 (+9.5%)
$27,255 + $154,445
$181,700
2018
$2,322
$24,885 + $141,015
$165,900
2017
$2,322 (+4.5%)
$24,885 + $141,015
$165,900
2015
$2,223
$36,450 + $129,450
$165,900
2014
$2,223 (+15.2%)
$36,450 + $129,450
$165,900
2013
$1,929 (+3.6%)
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
2012
$1,862 (+3.9%)
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
2011
$1,793 (+9.9%)
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
2010
$1,632
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
Tax history for 226 Overlook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,416 (−36.7%)
$54,520 + $218,080
$272,600
2025
$3,816 (+23.5%)
$54,520 + $218,080
$272,600
2024
$3,089
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2023
$3,089 (+19.4%)
$44,140 + $176,560
$220,700
2022
$2,587
$27,720 + $157,080
$184,800
2021
$2,587
$27,720 + $157,080
$184,800
2020
$2,587 (+1.7%)
$27,720 + $157,080
$184,800
2019
$2,543 (+9.5%)
$27,255 + $154,445
$181,700
2018
$2,322
$24,885 + $141,015
$165,900
2017
$2,322 (+4.5%)
$24,885 + $141,015
$165,900
2015
$2,223
$36,450 + $129,450
$165,900
2014
$2,223 (+15.2%)
$36,450 + $129,450
$165,900
2013
$1,929 (+3.6%)
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
2012
$1,862 (+3.9%)
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
2011
$1,793 (+9.9%)
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
2010
$1,632
$3,498 + $16,246
$19,744
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
21 ft.
Lot depth
75 ft.
Lot size
2,025
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
918
Year built
1955
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
212325600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
Yes
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Sep 12, 2020.
RSA-5
/NCO - RIDGE PARK ROXBOROUGH
/NIS
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
Residential Single-Family Attached-5
The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement
Laundry Type: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $157,080
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good, Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2018
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry, Brick
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Wrap Around
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Window Features: Energy Efficient
Exterior Information
Play Area, BBQ Grill
Fencing: Chain Link
Property Green Features
Energy Efficient: HVAC
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 20.89 x 75.00
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $27,720
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 918
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $1,167
School Tax: $1,419
Tax Assessed Value: $184,800
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $2,587
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas Available
Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Lemonte St.
Directions: Get on I-76 W from Market St, John F Kennedy Blvd and John F Kennedy Blvd Bridge. Follow I-76 W to Bala Cynwyd. Take exit 338 from I-76 W. Take Main St, Leverington Ave and Silverwood St to Overlook Rd in Philadelphia
Location Type: Corner Lot/Unit
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 918
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: —
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 2,025 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 212325600
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 12, 2020
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Schools
Shawmont School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
7/10
Roxborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
1/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$290,000 – $351,000
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