Welcome home! If you're in the market to acquire a home that's move in ready, you've found it! This home was fully renovated just four years ago, so all systems are newer. Seller needs more space otherwise they'd be staying put. This home is perfect for first time or repeat homebuyers. Features include 3 nicely sized bedrooms, 1 full and 2 half baths, a spacious vestibule, wood floors on the main level, recessed lighting, finished basement, central AC, rear yard, ample closet space, detached garage, and so much more! Buyer must be flexible with close date as Seller will need to secure their next home. Schedule your tour today!
TownhomeProperty Type
1940Year Built
1,982 sq ftLot Size
$219Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dawn Harris• Keller Williams Philadelphia
•215-627-3500 (broker)
•broker@kwphiladelphia.com (broker)
Listed by Dawn Fussell• Keller Williams Philadelphia
•215-627-3500 (broker)
•broker@kwphiladelphia.com (broker)
Bought with Kaula Edwards• HomeSmart Realty Advisors
•215-604-1191 (broker)
•gztsvn@gmail.com (broker)
Source:BRIGHT MLS #PAPH1003586
Redfin Estimate
$249,736
$45K since sold in September 2021$5,000 since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 48.7% higher than the average sale price ($168K) of 5 comparable homes.
Welcome home! If you're in the market to acquire a home that's move in ready, you've found it! This home was fully renovated just four years ago, so all systems are newer. Seller needs more space otherwise they'd be staying put. This home is perfect for first time or repeat homebuyers. Features include 3 nicely sized bedrooms, 1 full and 2 half baths, a spacious vestibule, wood floors on the main level, recessed lighting, finished basement, central AC, rear yard, ample closet space, detached garage, and so much more! Buyer must be flexible with close date as Seller will need to secure their next home. Schedule your tour today!
BRIGHT MLS #1007510832
Mar 1, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Dec 27, 2016
Listed
$149,900
$131/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1009611758
Jan 4, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2012
Listed
$85,000
$75/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005702254
May 30, 2008
Sold
$115,000
$101/sq ft
Apr 14, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Mar 12, 2008
Listed
$124,500
$109/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH674622
Feb 5, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2007
Listed
$124,500
$109/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH690058
Oct 9, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jul 5, 2007
Listed
$124,800
$109/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000777659
Jun 22, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 31, 2007
Listed
$149,900
$131/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH145496
Mar 28, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Dec 15, 2006
Listed
$70,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 4, 1994
Sold
$55,000
$48/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH456384
Jun 18, 1993
Listed
$55,000
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,298 (−37.9%)
$52,840 + $211,360
$264,200
2025
$3,698 (+41.7%)
$52,840 + $211,360
$264,200
2024
$2,611
$37,300 + $149,200
$186,500
2023
$2,611 (+37.6%)
$37,300 + $149,200
$186,500
2022
$1,897
$20,325 + $115,175
$135,500
2021
$1,897
$20,325 + $115,175
$135,500
2020
$1,897 (+7.6%)
$20,325 + $115,175
$135,500
2019
$1,762 (+18.1%)
$18,885 + $107,015
$125,900
2018
$1,492
$15,990 + $90,610
$106,600
2017
$1,492 (+4.4%)
$15,990 + $90,610
$106,600
2015
$1,428
$13,258 + $93,342
$106,600
2014
$1,428 (+13.9%)
$13,258 + $93,342
$106,600
2013
$1,254 (+3.6%)
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
2012
$1,210 (+3.9%)
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
2011
$1,165 (+9.9%)
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
2010
$1,060
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
Tax history for 553 Marwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,298 (−37.9%)
$52,840 + $211,360
$264,200
2025
$3,698 (+41.7%)
$52,840 + $211,360
$264,200
2024
$2,611
$37,300 + $149,200
$186,500
2023
$2,611 (+37.6%)
$37,300 + $149,200
$186,500
2022
$1,897
$20,325 + $115,175
$135,500
2021
$1,897
$20,325 + $115,175
$135,500
2020
$1,897 (+7.6%)
$20,325 + $115,175
$135,500
2019
$1,762 (+18.1%)
$18,885 + $107,015
$125,900
2018
$1,492
$15,990 + $90,610
$106,600
2017
$1,492 (+4.4%)
$15,990 + $90,610
$106,600
2015
$1,428
$13,258 + $93,342
$106,600
2014
$1,428 (+13.9%)
$13,258 + $93,342
$106,600
2013
$1,254 (+3.6%)
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
2012
$1,210 (+3.9%)
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
2011
$1,165 (+9.9%)
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
2010
$1,060
$1,602 + $11,230
$12,832
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
RSA-5
/NIS
/NDO
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
Ninth District Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Jan 24, 2018 • Final
Residential building
Perform interior alterations including framing and the installation of laminated sheetrock. Replace windows within existing openings. Separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work.
Addition
Mar 14, 2017 • Final
Ep_electrl
Install a new electrical service cable, meter box, and service panel. Install new outlets, switches, light fixtures, and hardwired smoke detectors according to electrical codes.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Full
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Hot Air
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good To Excellent
Exterior Wall: Brick
View Information
View: Typical
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,140
Building Sq. Ft: 1,140
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: 389'5 O/8" E; 15'1/8"X121'
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Detached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 1,982
Legal Lot Number: 43
Legal Block Number: 140N1
Municipality Name: PHILADELPHIA
Acres: 0.0455
Depth Footage: 121
Front Footage: 15
Zoning Code: RSA5
County Use Description: RES-ROW WITH DETACHED GARAGE,
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Interior
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,140
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,982 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 421225600
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Olney Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Olney High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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 103° 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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19120
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$238,000 – $288,000
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