Welcome to your new home in the desirable Academy Gardens section of the city! You'll immediately notice the large front yard and beautiful bow window as soon as you pull up. Once you enter the home you'll be greeted to original hardwood floors and fresh paint that lead straight back to the dining room area that leads to the kitchen. Once in the kitchen you have white washed exposed faux brick backsplash, plenty of oak cabinets and tile floor that gives a vintage, cozy feeling. Head to the recently updated finished basement that includes half bathroom and recessed lighting attached to the garage and laundry room area. Top floor has newer carpeting in each of 3 spacious bedrooms and ceramic tiles in the bathroom. Don't wait to see how you can make this house your families new home!
Make your Holidays something to remember! Don't miss your opportunity to be the new owner of this awesome home! Large front walk with patio, enter to spacious living room, dining room, and updated eat-in-kitchen with tons oak cabinetry. Second floor consist of 3 nice sized bedrooms, and ceramic tile hall bath. Finished basement, attached garage, and fantastic rear fenced in yard. Home needs some cosmetic upgrades. Priced for a quick sale!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,184 (−39.1%)
$51,200 + $204,800
$256,000
2025
$3,583 (+23.6%)
$51,200 + $204,800
$256,000
2024
$2,899
$41,420 + $165,680
$207,100
2023
$2,899 (+24.3%)
$41,420 + $165,680
$207,100
2022
$2,332
$49,980 + $116,620
$166,600
2021
$2,332
$49,980 + $116,620
$166,600
2020
$2,332 (+6.2%)
$49,980 + $116,620
$166,600
2019
$2,196 (+8.1%)
$47,070 + $109,830
$156,900
2018
$2,033
$43,560 + $101,640
$145,200
2017
$2,032 (+4.4%)
$43,560 + $101,640
$145,200
2015
$1,946
$35,028 + $110,172
$145,200
2014
$1,945 (+6.9%)
$35,028 + $110,172
$145,200
2013
$1,820 (+3.6%)
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
2012
$1,757 (+3.9%)
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
2011
$1,691 (+9.9%)
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
2010
$1,539
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
Tax history for 3242 Fordham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,184 (−39.1%)
$51,200 + $204,800
$256,000
2025
$3,583 (+23.6%)
$51,200 + $204,800
$256,000
2024
$2,899
$41,420 + $165,680
$207,100
2023
$2,899 (+24.3%)
$41,420 + $165,680
$207,100
2022
$2,332
$49,980 + $116,620
$166,600
2021
$2,332
$49,980 + $116,620
$166,600
2020
$2,332 (+6.2%)
$49,980 + $116,620
$166,600
2019
$2,196 (+8.1%)
$47,070 + $109,830
$156,900
2018
$2,033
$43,560 + $101,640
$145,200
2017
$2,032 (+4.4%)
$43,560 + $101,640
$145,200
2015
$1,946
$35,028 + $110,172
$145,200
2014
$1,945 (+6.9%)
$35,028 + $110,172
$145,200
2013
$1,820 (+3.6%)
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
2012
$1,757 (+3.9%)
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
2011
$1,691 (+9.9%)
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
2010
$1,539
$1,461 + $17,163
$18,624
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
16 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
2,317 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,164
Year built
1954
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
572101300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RSA-5
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/AHC
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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.
Zone overlays
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Airport Hazard Control Overlay District
Northeast Overlay District - Map A
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Built In
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage, Alley, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $165,680
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 17.00 x 140.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $41,420
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,164
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,308
School Tax: $1,590
Tax Assessed Value: $207,100
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,898
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: GPS
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,164
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,317 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 572101300
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Schools
Holme Thomas School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
6/10
Lincoln High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
3/10
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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 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$310,000 – $375,000
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