Discover the charm of this inviting twin home nestled in the desirable Somerton neighborhood. Built in 1969, this residence boasts a timeless architectural style with a straight-thru design, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. With 1,548 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home features three spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Step inside to find a cozy interior adorned with plush carpeting and beautiful wood floors, creating a harmonious blend of comfort and style. The well-appointed kitchen comes equipped with essential appliances, including a refrigerator ensuring convenience for your daily routines. Enjoy the luxury of a walk-in closet in the master suite, along with bathrooms featuring both stall and tub showers for your comfort. Situated on a corner lot, this home offers ample parking with an attached garage and driveway space, making it easy for you and your guests. The daylight partial basement provides additional storage or potential for customization to suit your needs. Location is key, and this property is ideally positioned with easy access to transportation options, including bus stops and commuter rail stations within a short distance. Enjoy the vibrant community atmosphere while being just a stone's throw away from local amenities. This home is not just a place to live; it's a place to create lasting memories. Embrace the opportunity to make it your own!
Somerton, located between Bustleton and Trevose, is a residential and commercial Philadelphia neighborhood with a rail-stop edge and a low-rise, leafy streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Byberry Road and Bustleton Avenue corridor, where strip plazas, diners, and small service storefronts set a steady, everyday rhythm. Brick twins, split-levels, and mid-century ranch homes line curving blocks, with pockets of newer infill near major arterials. Poquessing Creek and nearby greenways shape the area’s quieter borders and walking routes. Community touchstones include the Somerton Tank Farm, the Somerton Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia, and the Somerton Station area on SEPTA’s West Trenton Line.
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Market insights
369 Helene Pl · $396,500
DAYS ON MARKET
10 days
The average home goes pending in 43 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.6%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$396,500
Median sale price in this area is $431,109. (9% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
24% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Stall shower and tub/shower combination
Ceiling fans
Walk-in closets
Carpet and wood floors
Daylight, partial finished basement
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the first upper level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms on the first upper level
One half bathroom on the main level
Two full bathrooms total, one half bathroom total
Kitchen
Refrigerator included
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Basement laundry
Flooring
Carpet
Wood floors
Heating & cooling
90% efficient forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning (electric)
Exterior features
Privacy fencing
Corner lot/unit location
Home design
Semi-detached property
Fee simple ownership
Parking
Attached basement garage with front entry and inside access
Garage door opener
One attached garage space and one driveway space (total 2 parking spaces)
On-street parking available
Concrete and dirt driveway
Construction
Masonry/block construction
Block foundation
Rubber roof
Building not winterized
Year built per assessor
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas available (heating and hot water)
Electric service (100 amp)
Cable and fiber optic internet available
Phone service available
Other
Not in a federal flood zone
No horse privileges
Location near airport (less than 10 miles) and public transit (bus stop under 1 mile; commuter rail 1–5 miles; commuter lots under 5 miles)
Electricity and solar
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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
Airport Hazard Control Overlay District
Far Northeast Overlay District
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly/ meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
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
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19116
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in Philadelphia. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 369 Helene Pl
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $337,000 and $409,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $337K to $409K.