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$610,000
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Townhouse -
Off Market
4 UNIVERSITY MEWS
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
2 Beds
2 Baths,
1
Half Bath
1350 Sqft
$621,499
RealtyHop Estimate
-0.56%
Since Sep 1, 2023
National-US
Primary Model
About This Property
Philadelphia Inquirer Architecture Critic Inga Saffron wrote in
2017 about the Mews' "...mix of modernist architecture and quaint,
brick-lined walkways." She added that the Mews is a "charming,
tucked-away community" and "a fascinating, early example of
architects' efforts to redefine what an urban rowhouse could be,"
noting that the project was featured in a 1964 issue of Progressive
Architecture devoted to 'The New Row House.' Built in 1962 at the
corner of 45th & Spruce Sts, the award-winning complex predates
condominiums; instead, the common areas (the U-shaped brick drive
and a brick center courtyard) are shared by all owners.
Just off 45th St. on the south side of the Mews courtyard, sun-filled #4 has retained all of its original mid-century modernist character while a recent rehab has added stunning upgrades. From the brick drive, the garage is at entry level with an extra parking space out front. Down half a flight of stairs is a work-at-home office, family room, or play space, plus a half bath. Also, laundry & mechanicals. Heading up half a flight from the entry, the 1.5-story high living room offers a wood-burning fireplace and sliding doors that lead to a private flagstone patio. Several steps up takes you to the open plan dining room and 2022 updated chef's kitchen, overlooking the living room below. The top floor holds a spacious main bedroom, a recently rehabbed luxury bath, and a second good-sized bedroom. The house was just repainted and the windows recently replaced.
The location is in the heart of the Spruce Hill neighborhood of University City/West Philly, easily walkable to the University of Pennsylvania, HUP, CHOP, Penn Vet, and St. Joe's Sciences Campus. Close to Drexel University, the technology corridor, and Center City just beyond. The Mews is in the CATCHMENT area for the popular Penn Alexander public K-8 grade school, though catchment area location doesn't guarantee admission. Don Barriga Mexican restaurant is at the corner; Knockbox Cafe is in the next block, and Local 44 bar & restaurant is one block east on Spruce St. Baltimore Avenue, the neighborhood's "main street," is 3 blocks south, with additional restaurants, shops, and the #34 trolley line. Plenty of additional SEPTA options as well and 10 minutes to Center City by car. NOTE No. 1--There is no HOA and this property is fully fee simple. That being said, all homeowners in the Mews pay a voluntary $300 annual fee to cover landscaping, courtyard maintenance, etc. NOTE No. 2--4 University Mews has a 1-car garage and also has a space in front of the garage where the homeowner can park another car. Some Mews homeowners use this space in addition to or instead of their garage.
Just off 45th St. on the south side of the Mews courtyard, sun-filled #4 has retained all of its original mid-century modernist character while a recent rehab has added stunning upgrades. From the brick drive, the garage is at entry level with an extra parking space out front. Down half a flight of stairs is a work-at-home office, family room, or play space, plus a half bath. Also, laundry & mechanicals. Heading up half a flight from the entry, the 1.5-story high living room offers a wood-burning fireplace and sliding doors that lead to a private flagstone patio. Several steps up takes you to the open plan dining room and 2022 updated chef's kitchen, overlooking the living room below. The top floor holds a spacious main bedroom, a recently rehabbed luxury bath, and a second good-sized bedroom. The house was just repainted and the windows recently replaced.
The location is in the heart of the Spruce Hill neighborhood of University City/West Philly, easily walkable to the University of Pennsylvania, HUP, CHOP, Penn Vet, and St. Joe's Sciences Campus. Close to Drexel University, the technology corridor, and Center City just beyond. The Mews is in the CATCHMENT area for the popular Penn Alexander public K-8 grade school, though catchment area location doesn't guarantee admission. Don Barriga Mexican restaurant is at the corner; Knockbox Cafe is in the next block, and Local 44 bar & restaurant is one block east on Spruce St. Baltimore Avenue, the neighborhood's "main street," is 3 blocks south, with additional restaurants, shops, and the #34 trolley line. Plenty of additional SEPTA options as well and 10 minutes to Center City by car. NOTE No. 1--There is no HOA and this property is fully fee simple. That being said, all homeowners in the Mews pay a voluntary $300 annual fee to cover landscaping, courtyard maintenance, etc. NOTE No. 2--4 University Mews has a 1-car garage and also has a space in front of the garage where the homeowner can park another car. Some Mews homeowners use this space in addition to or instead of their garage.
Unit Size
1,350Ft²
Days on Market
39 days
Land Size
0.02 acres
Price per sqft
$463
Property Type
Townhouse
Property Taxes
$457
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1960
Last updated: 9 months ago (Bright MLS #PAPH2256914)
Price History
Date / Event | Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|---|
Aug 24, 2023 | Sold to Erica Boothby, Gus Cooney | $610,000 | |
Sold to Erica Boothby, Gus Cooney | |||
Jul 19, 2023 | In contract | - | |
In contract | |||
Jul 15, 2023 | Listed by Compass RE | $625,000 | |
Listed by Compass RE |
Property Highlights
Garage
Air Conditioning
Parking Details
Has Garage
Garage Features: Inside Access
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Attached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Interior Details
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms on 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
Full Bathrooms on 1st Upper Level: 1
Half Bathrooms on 1st Lower Level: 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Living Area Square Feet Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Details
Property Information
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction Materials: Brick
Building Name: UNIVERSITY MEWS
Pool Information
No Pool
Lot Information
Tidal Water: N
Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 67.00
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $392,100
Above Grade Information
Finished Square Feet: 1350
Finished Square Feet Source: Estimated
Financial Details
County Tax: $0
County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
City Town Tax: $2,476
City Town Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $392,100
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $5,489
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities Details
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Heating Type: Forced Air
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Comparables
Unit
Status
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
Sold
Townhouse
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,472 ft²
$411/ft²
$605,000
Mar 2, 2022
$605,000
Apr 20, 2022
$300/mo
Townhouse
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,720 ft²
$337/ft²
$580,000
May 23, 2018
$580,000
Jul 19, 2018
-
Sold
Townhouse
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,710 ft²
$386/ft²
$660,000
Nov 8, 2022
$660,000
Mar 15, 2023
-
Townhouse
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,100 ft²
$276/ft²
$580,000
Mar 7, 2023
$580,000
Apr 24, 2023
-
Townhouse
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,101 ft²
$309/ft²
$650,000
Sep 30, 2021
$650,000
Nov 15, 2021
-
Townhouse
6
Beds
2
Baths
2,112 ft²
$324/ft²
$685,000
Apr 28, 2022
$685,000
Jun 17, 2022
-
In Contract
Townhouse
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,800 ft²
$361/ft²
$649,000
Jul 28, 2023
-
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Past Sales
Date | Unit | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Price | Closed | Owner | Listed By |
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07/12/2023
|
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2 Bed
|
2 Bath
|
1350 ft²
|
$625,000
2 Bed
2 Bath
1350 ft²
|
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-
|
-
|
Melani Lamond
Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
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Building Info
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