Set on an oversized lot in a convenient Torresdale location, 9231 Academy Rd is an updated, move-in ready home offering 2-3 bedrooms, 1and 1/2 bathrooms, a large finished attic, an expansive basement, a sprawling backyard, a driveway, and a detached garage. Out front, you’re greeted by a gated lawn, mature trees that add privacy, and a welcoming porch. Inside, hardwood floors stretch across the bright main level, where an open, sunlit living room flows into a separate dining area. The updated kitchen is fitted with generous wood cabinetry, granite counters, a distinctive tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Two bright bedrooms and an updated full bathroom complete the main level. Upstairs, the finished attic provides an impressive amount of additional living space, making it ideal for a home office, media room, playroom, or guest area. The basement adds laundry, abundant storage, and plenty of potential for a workshop, gym, or future finished space. Out back, the huge fenced yard offers endless possibilities for gardening, entertaining, pets, or creating a private oasis. The detached garage and driveway provide convenient off-street parking and additional storage. This prime Torresdale location is close to popular shopping centers and restaurants along Academy Road, Roosevelt Boulevard, and Cottman Avenue, including Whitman Square and Roosevelt Mall. Sprawling Pennypack Park boasts scenic trails steps away, while the Northeast Philadelphia Airport and John F. Byrne Golf Club are also close. Plus, there’s convenient access to I-95 and Rt-1. Schedule your showing today!
Est. $2,108 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 9231 Academy Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2634472
Jul 23, 2026
Sold
$340,000
$283/sq ft
Jun 17, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 12, 2026
Listed
$340,000
$283/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 22, 2008
Sold
$164,000
$137/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH138322
Jan 17, 2008
Sold
$170,000
$142/sq ft
Dec 16, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Dec 6, 2007
Listed
$170,000
$142/sq ft
Three bedroom capecod. One and half baths. Basement and detached garage. Fenced rear and front yard. Large 60 x 125 grounds. Covered front patio and rear patio. Central air. Double fenced areas in the rear. Property needs some TLC. Estate sale. One year home warranty. Estate wants offer . Show and sell.
Public Records
Feb 11, 1986
Sold
$60,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,753 (−33.7%)
$59,340 + $237,360
$296,700
2025
$4,153 (+22.5%)
$59,340 + $237,360
$296,700
2024
$3,390
$48,440 + $193,760
$242,200
2023
$3,390 (+29.3%)
$48,440 + $193,760
$242,200
2022
$2,622
$56,190 + $131,110
$187,300
2021
$2,622
$56,190 + $131,110
$187,300
2020
$2,622 (+4.4%)
$56,190 + $131,110
$187,300
2019
$2,511 (+0.3%)
$53,820 + $125,580
$179,400
2018
$2,504
$53,670 + $125,230
$178,900
2017
$2,504 (+4.5%)
$53,670 + $125,230
$178,900
2015
$2,397
$165,750 + $13,150
$178,900
2014
$2,397 (+7.4%)
$165,750 + $13,150
$178,900
2013
$2,232 (+3.6%)
$8,888 + $13,960
$22,848
2012
$2,155 (+3.9%)
$8,888 + $13,960
$22,848
2011
$2,075 (+9.9%)
$8,888 + $13,960
$22,848
2010
$1,888
$8,888 + $13,960
$22,848
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
572341300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RSD-3
/NIS
/AHC
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Residential Single-Family Detached-3 District
The RSD, Residential Single-Family Detached districts are primarily intended to accommodate detached houses on individual lots. It is intended that RSD zoning be applied in areas where the land use pattern is characterized predominately by detached houses on individual lots or where such a land use pattern is desired in the future. The Zoning Code includes three RSD 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:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Recreation-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Covered Parking
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
Driveway, Detached Garage
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
Room Information
Laundry Type: Has Laundry
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $237,360
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 60.00 x 125.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $59,340
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,200
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,827
School Tax: $2,325
Tax Assessed Value: $296,700
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $4,153
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
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: 95 North, off at Academy Road until property on the right side
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 572341300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Holme Thomas School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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Lincoln High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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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
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19114
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$334,000 – $405,000
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