Welcome home to this completely renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath, all brick corner property which is situated on a quiet street in the highly desired Holmesburg section of NE Phila. Approaching you will immediately notice the amazing curb appeal with nice landscaping, custom front pent roof with recessed lighting , and a beveled glass/steel front door. Enter to find a spacious & bright living room which features hardwood flooring, crown molding, roomy coat closet, and newer windows that allows loads of natural light throughout the entire home. The amazing kitchen and dining area showcases an open floor concept. The new kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry, recessed lighting, stainless steal appliances, ceramic tiled back splash, an abundant amount of granite counter top space, and a breakfast bar with pendant lighting. The second floor boasts 2 generous size bedrooms that both include a ceiling light fixtures, large closets for plenty of storage, and a updated bright white 3-piece ceramic tile hallway bathroom with updated fixtures, vanity, and flooring. The lower level offers endless possibilities and additional living space to do as you please such as family room/office/playroom, tons of storage, one car garage, and a separate laundry area with all the amenities. Close proximity to top notch schools, all major highways, shopping, and public transportation. Make your appointment today!!
TownhomeProperty Type
1950Year Built
2,407 sq ftLot Size
$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Bill Lynn• RE/MAX Realty Services-Bensalem
Gorgeous corner property with a spacious lawn, Large living room with hard wood floors, dining room, updated kitchen with breakfast bar, Two nice size bedrooms, Redone bathroom, semi-finished basement, one car garage parking in the rear of house. Newer roof and central air unit. A DIAMOND right here in Holmesburg!!!
BRIGHT MLS #1007117712
Aug 3, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Feb 3, 2012
Listed
$134,900
$142/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008928256
Mar 4, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2010
Listed
$134,000
$141/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,533 (−47.7%)
$41,900 + $167,600
$209,500
2025
$2,933 (+26.7%)
$41,900 + $167,600
$209,500
2024
$2,315
$33,080 + $132,320
$165,400
2023
$2,315 (+27.5%)
$33,080 + $132,320
$165,400
2022
$1,816
$19,455 + $110,245
$129,700
2021
$1,816
$19,455 + $110,245
$129,700
2020
$1,816 (+3.3%)
$19,455 + $110,245
$129,700
2019
$1,758 (+5.8%)
$18,840 + $106,760
$125,600
2018
$1,662
$17,805 + $100,895
$118,700
2017
$1,661 (+4.4%)
$17,805 + $100,895
$118,700
2015
$1,591
$35,383 + $83,317
$118,700
2014
$1,590 (+16.9%)
$35,383 + $83,317
$118,700
2013
$1,360 (+3.6%)
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
2012
$1,313 (+3.9%)
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
2011
$1,264 (+9.9%)
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
2010
$1,150
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
Tax history for 8159 Terry St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,533 (−47.7%)
$41,900 + $167,600
$209,500
2025
$2,933 (+26.7%)
$41,900 + $167,600
$209,500
2024
$2,315
$33,080 + $132,320
$165,400
2023
$2,315 (+27.5%)
$33,080 + $132,320
$165,400
2022
$1,816
$19,455 + $110,245
$129,700
2021
$1,816
$19,455 + $110,245
$129,700
2020
$1,816 (+3.3%)
$19,455 + $110,245
$129,700
2019
$1,758 (+5.8%)
$18,840 + $106,760
$125,600
2018
$1,662
$17,805 + $100,895
$118,700
2017
$1,661 (+4.4%)
$17,805 + $100,895
$118,700
2015
$1,591
$35,383 + $83,317
$118,700
2014
$1,590 (+16.9%)
$35,383 + $83,317
$118,700
2013
$1,360 (+3.6%)
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
2012
$1,313 (+3.9%)
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
2011
$1,264 (+9.9%)
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
2010
$1,150
$2,112 + $11,808
$13,920
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
37 ft.
Lot depth
80 ft.
Lot size
2,407 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
950
Year built
1950
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
642037100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
RSA-5
/AHC
/NE - MAP A
/NIS
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
Airport Hazard Control Overlay District
Northeast Overlay District - Map A
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
Mar 12, 2025 • Final
Residential building
Erect new fence walls. All work must be completed according to the approved plans.
Addition
Remodel
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
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway, Attached Garage, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Daylight, Partial, Garage Access
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $110,245
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Permanent, Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 37.00 x 80.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $19,455
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 950
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $819
School Tax: $996
Tax Assessed Value: $129,700
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $1,815
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
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: Welsh Rd. and Terry
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 950
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,407 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 642037100
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Brown Joseph H School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Lincoln High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$218,000 – $264,000
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