308-10 Richmond Street
Philadelphia, PA 19125
$805,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,319 Sq. Ft.
$243 / Sq. Ft.
3,319
Sq. Ft.
$243
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 2/9/22
Closed 2/9/22
Description
Own a piece of Philadelphia history w/ off-street parking for 9 cars! Built in 1845 for & used by the Kensington Fire Company, this updated residential 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Detached Brick home w/ period details & modern amenities has an open kitchen/dining room, family room w/ 12 ft vaulted ceilings & original exposed beams, office w/ original exposed beams, vaulted ceilings & skylight, basement, 2 laundry rooms, Wrought Iron & Modern Wood Slat fenced & gated private outdoor yard, courtyard, stone...Own a piece of Philadelphia history w/ off-street parking for 9 cars! Built in 1845 for & used by the Kensington Fire Company, this updated residential 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Detached Brick home w/ period details & modern amenities has an open kitchen/dining room, family room w/ 12 ft vaulted ceilings & original exposed beams, office w/ original exposed beams, vaulted ceilings & skylight, basement, 2 laundry rooms, Wrought Iron & Modern Wood Slat fenced & gated private outdoor yard, courtyard, stone & brick paver patios w/ trees, flower beds, landscaping, lighting, Herringbone Red brick sidewalks & Belgian Block driveways sits on an ultra rare 35 ft wide by 93 ft deep double lot w/ a 1 car front garage w/ the original firehouse doors & workshop area, 6 car rear garage w/ high ceilings & exposed wood beams, gated & fenced 2 car driveway w/ curb cuts for both driveways & garages in the desirable & exciting Fishtown neighborhood. From The Public Ledger newspaper in Philadelphia, dated April 14, 1845, page 2 states "The Kensington Engine Company have nearly completed a handsome brick edifice, three stories high". The Kensington Fire Company was established on May 20, 1791 which is signified by the Marble inscription on the front of this building. A copy of the original wax raised seal "Act to Incorporate the Kensington Fire Company" documents from the Philadelphia Volunteer Fire Company archives are included w/ the sale of this historic property. In the 19th century Kensington had ship building businesses, was the epicenter of the commercial Shad fishing-industry along the DE River & early settlers were fisherman so it became known as "Fishtown". Fishtown was absorbed into the City of Philadelphia in 1855. There’s no shortage of cool in Fishtown, Philly’s truest harbor of artistic, culinary & musical action. Updates: open cooks' kitchen/dining room w/ White 42" cabinetry, Grey solid surface counters, DBL bowl sink, Matte Black faucet, disposal, stainless steel Kenmore 5 burner gas range & oven, refrigerator/freezer & dishwasher, Butcher Block island), 3rd floor primary suite full bath, 2nd floor full bath, 1st floor half bath (cast iron clawfoot tubs & showers, White & Black Subway wall tile, diamond & honeycomb hex ceramic floor tile, Toto toilets, Marble & Porcelain Kohler sinks, vanities, faucets, shower, fixtures, recessed & Matte Black sconce lighting, vent fans, wainscoting), roof (architectural shingle & flat), 2 zone HE 90% AFUE gas heat & central air systems (RUUD), 2 zone HE ultraviolet air treatment, electronic air cleaner, humidifier systems (Honeywell), exposed ductwork, HE AO Smith Vertex gas HWH, electric (200 amp), recessed, LED, sconce, barn lights, ceiling & vent fans, Cat5 & Coaxial wire, washer & dryer (LG), windows (Low-E), entire interior & exterior just professionally painted, restored & refinished original: old growth Heart Pine hardwood floors & stairs, millwork, moldings, banisters, wood doors, Porcelain door knobs, iron door locks, Marble thresholds, Brass lights. Features amazing light, lots of closets & storage, great indoor & outdoor space. Amazing location, 1 block to Penn Treaty Park, DE Ave & the DE River, 2 blocks to Girard Ave restaurants, shops, bars, music venues, markets. Easy access to Frankford Ave, Center City, Fairmount Park, 95, 676, 76, Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross Bridges, Philly Airport, NJ Shore, Poconos, NJ, DE, NYC, Brooklyn.
Listing Agent
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tim.owen@compass.comP: (267)-282-1136
Property Details for 308-10 Richmond Street
Tax ID Number
181307910
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleTraditional
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
LISTING UPDATED: 08/29/2022 11:58 AM
Property Details for 308-10 Richmond Street
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2043774 |
| Days on Market | 10 |
| Taxes | $6,597 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1845 |
| Lot Size | 0.08 AC / 3,267 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
Building Information for 308-10 Richmond Street
Stories3Year Built1845Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,267 SF
Property Information for 308-10 Richmond Street
Location
Location
- School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- School District County ID: 300200397108
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19125 (19125)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2021
- Tax Assessed Value: $471,300
- Year Assessed: 2021
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $329,910
- City Town Tax: $2,977
- Land Assessed Value: $141,390
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: G50
- Zoning: RSA5
- Zoning Dscrp: Residential
- Tax Lot: 107
- School Tax: $3,620
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
- Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Office, Bonus Room
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Green Info
- Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Home Energy Management, HVAC, Lighting
- Green Indoor Air Quality: Moisture Control, Ventilation
- Green Water Conservation: Efficient Hot Water Distribution
- Green Sustainability: Reclaimed Wood, Regionally Sourced Materials, Salvaged Materials
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,319.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,319.00
- Total SQFT: 3,559.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Masonry, Brick
- Roof: Architectural Shingle, Flat, Pitched
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Wall, Vaulted Ceilings
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Basement Type: Drainage System, Full, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Poured Concrete, Water Proofing System
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 35.00 x 93.35
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Interior, Landscaping, Level, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded, Vegetation Planting
- Fencing: Decorative, Fully, Privacy, Rear, Other
- Parcel ID: 982311
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 7
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
- Total Garage Spaces: 7
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Fenced, Lighted Parking, Private, Secure Parking, Stone Driveway, Paved Driveway, Paved Parking
- Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Built In, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Garage - Side Entry, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Air Filter System, Attic, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Tub Shower, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Appliances: Air Cleaner, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Humidifier, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
- Accessibility Features: None
- Security Features: Security System
- Door Features: Double Entry, ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Insulated, Six Panel
- Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, ENERGY STAR Qualified, Insulated, Low-E, Screens
- Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Play Area, Secure Storage, Sidewalks
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Roof, Terrace
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System, Programmable Thermostat, Air Purification System, Dehumidifier, Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Energy Star Heating System, Programmable Thermostat, Humidifier, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Property History for 308-10 Richmond Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 308-10 Richmond Street
This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Adaire Alexander School PublicK to 8 | ||
Penn Treaty Middle School Public6 to 12 | ||
Amy At Martin Public6 to 8 | ||
Bodine William W High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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