Welcome to 2738 Axe Factory Rd. This unique corner twin home features luxury, comfort and convenience. Featuring 3beds and 2 ½ bath. Open floor plan with updated hardwood flooring, custom built/designed picture frame wall with an undermount functional electric fireplace. The open floor plan flows into the dining room and into a spectacular gourmet kitchen island that can accommodate 5-6 seating. Updates in this kitchen include: Carrera design floor tiles; 36” stainless steel range with an over-the-top exhaust fan. Modernized kitchen cabinetry with Level 5 quartz countertop. Updated appliances (dishwasher, refrigerator, slide out microwave). No expenses spared in this kitchen upgrade. Other amenities in this property include: HVAC central Air/Heat; 75-Gallon hot water tank; recess lighting; ceiling fans throughout; updated carpeting in bedrooms. Master bedroom featuring double closet, double glass French door leading into a large master bath featuring a jacuzzi tub, modernized tiled bath and wainscoting designed walls. Finished basement with built in bar, pellet stove, separate laundry room and walkout entrance to a double Two-car garage (Car lovers dream). Lower level provides walkout access to (larger than usual) rear yard featuring a custom brick barbecue grill, pergola, tiki bar and swing set for children. Located within walking distance to Winchester Park and Pennypack Park, this property combines suburban tranquility with city convenience – close to all major amenities and without the suburban traffic. Come and enjoy all that Northeast Philadelphia has to offer. Call to schedule your private showing today!!!!
TownhomeProperty Type
1956Year Built
5,213 sq ftLot Size
$218Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bobby Voong• Mercury Real Estate Group
•215-462-5100 (broker)
Bought with Bobby Voong• Mercury Real Estate Group
Est. $2,772 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2738 Axe Factory Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2603508
May 12, 2026
Sold
$480,000
$218/sq ft
Apr 16, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 4, 2026
Listed
$465,900
$212/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2557818
Mar 5, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Feb 18, 2026
Price Changed
$469,900
$214/sq ft
Jan 2, 2026
Relisted
—
Nov 25, 2025
Contingent
—
Nov 17, 2025
Listed
$479,900
$218/sq ft
TREND #6956305
Jun 26, 2017
Sold
$255,000
$116/sq ft
Apr 20, 2017
Pending
—
Apr 3, 2017
Listed
$259,900
$118/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1003650469
Jul 6, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jun 26, 2017
Sold
$255,000
$116/sq ft
Apr 3, 2017
Listed
$259,900
$118/sq ft
+16
Welcome home to this Spectacular Twin Straight thru. You will be impressed with the attention to detail from the moment you enter into the large formal living room with custom bow window, track lighting and plush wall to wall carpets, formal dining room with custom tray ceiling, ultra modern custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new porcelain tile, custom cedar breakfast bar, double pantry closet, first floor powder room with custom vanity. Second floor boasts a fabulous master bedroom retreat with french doors to luxury bath with jacuzzi bath, custom vanity, bamboo wainscoating, glass block window, new 3 piece hall bath with vanity, new toilet and tub. The lower levels offers finished rec room with pellet stove, built in bar, custom lighted cabinet, laundry room, entrance to 2 car garage. Don't miss the wonderful private backyard retreat waiting for your friends and family with custom barbecue grill, pergola, tiki bar, swing set and more!!! Amenities include 2 car garage, central air, attic, attic fan, replacement windows, bow window, custom cedar breakfast bar, 75 gallon hot water heater, pellet stove, built in bar and cabinet, tray ceiling in dining room, french doors to master bath retreat with jacuzzi bath, new hall bath & more.
Public Records
Mar 1, 2006
Sold
$210,000
$95/sq ft
Public Records
May 4, 2000
Sold
$95,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,699
$81,420 + $325,680
$407,100
2025
$5,699 (+45.4%)
$81,420 + $325,680
$407,100
2024
$3,919
$56,000 + $224,000
$280,000
2023
$3,919 (+13.7%)
$56,000 + $224,000
$280,000
2022
$3,448
$73,816 + $172,484
$246,300
2021
$3,448
$73,816 + $172,484
$246,300
2020
$3,448 (+11.1%)
$73,816 + $172,484
$246,300
2019
$3,102 (+8.7%)
$66,480 + $155,120
$221,600
2018
$2,854
$61,170 + $142,730
$203,900
2017
$2,854 (+4.5%)
$61,170 + $142,730
$203,900
2015
$2,732
$156,499 + $47,401
$203,900
2014
$2,732 (+6.9%)
$156,499 + $47,401
$203,900
2013
$2,555 (+3.6%)
$8,474 + $17,670
$26,144
2012
$2,466 (+3.9%)
$8,474 + $17,670
$26,144
2011
$2,374 (+9.9%)
$8,474 + $17,670
$26,144
2010
$2,161
$8,474 + $17,670
$26,144
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
114 ft.
Lot depth
145 ft.
Lot size
5,213 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,200
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
571089005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RSA-3
/NE - MAP A
/NIS
/AHC
Residential Single-Family Attached-3 District
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.
Zone overlays
Northeast Overlay District - Map A
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Airport Hazard Control Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Basement Garage, Inside Access, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $325,680
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Slab, Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 114.00 x 145.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $81,420
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,200
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $2,507
School Tax: $3,191
Tax Assessed Value: $407,100
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $5,698
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Central, Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Holmes Ave. to Axe Factory Rd.
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,200
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,213 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 571089005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
53/100 Somewhat Walkable49/100 Some transit58/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Pollock Robert B School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Lincoln High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
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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 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19152
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.7 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$480,000 – $581,000
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