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$1,100,000
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House - For Sale

420 W ALLENS LN

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
4300 Sqft
$5,402
Estimated Monthly
$0
HOA / Fees

About This Property

Welcome to 420 West Allens Lane, a historic treasure nestled in coveted West Mount Airy. This meticulously renovated 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath late 19th-century farmhouse, accompanied by a picturesque 2-bedroom stone carriage house and immaculate grounds, situated on two lots comprising almost half an acre, offers an unparalleled oasis within the city. This home is ideal for multi-generational living, working from home, or simply a stunning hideaway. Enter the main house through the glass-paned vestibule to a formal living room, boasting large windows, built-in bookshelves, original hardwood floors, and a fantastic fireplace that serves as the room's focal point. Adjacent to the living room is a spacious dining room, perfect for memorable gatherings. It is complemented by a butler's pantry with wet bar, beverage refrigerator, granite countertops, and stylish built-in cabinets. The eat-in chef's kitchen, equipped with stainless appliances, Smeg range and underfloor heating, is a light-filled, happy space with a convenient laundry area and powder room, while the rear-entry mudroom adds practicality. A bright sunroom with views across the lawn and a second fireplace completes the first level. The second floor, accessed by front and rear staircases, offers three bedrooms, including one currently configured as a suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom and another with an adjacent sitting room and full bathroom. Venturing to the third floor, you will find two more bedrooms with views across West Mt. Airy,  and a beautiful, sunny bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. The historic carriage house, featuring vaulted wood beam ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, and a deck overlooking the grounds, adds uniqueness to this property. With two bedrooms, a galley kitchen, and a full bath, it provides an ideal space for guests, in-laws, a studio, office or use for rental income (after retaining a rental license).  Below, there is a three-car garage with two EV chargers and abundant storage. Beautifully landscaped and fully fenced, the garden offers both aesthetic beauty and practical space for gardening, playing, entertaining, and relaxation. There's even a chicken coop (now being used as a shed)! Freshly painted exterior; newer roofing; privacy fence; new chimney flues and EPA certified wood burning insert; and updated wiring and plumbing are all great advantages. The location offers easy access to the city, and the convenience of walking to dining, shopping, Fairmount Park trails and public transit in both Mount Airy and Chestnut Hill. This timeless home, full of historical charm and contemporary comforts, is sure to appeal. Update: Seller has retained a zoning attorney with the goal of securing zoning relief for single home development on 422 W Allens, as well as recording two separate deeds for 420 and 422. Both parcels are still being sold together.
Unit Size
4,300Ft²
Days on Market
47 days
Land Size
0.40 acres
Price per sqft
$256
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,261
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1856
Listed By
Lisa Denberry
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Elaine Hargrave
BHHS Fox & Roach Chestnut Hill
Last updated: 8 days ago (Bright MLS #PAPH2326544)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Apr 16, 2024 Price Decreased $1,100,000
↓ $100K (8.3%)
Price Decreased
Mar 14, 2024 Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors $1,200,000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors
Welcome to 420 West Allens Lane, a historic treasure nestled in coveted West Mount Airy. This meticulously renovated 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath late 19th-century farmhouse, accompanied by a picturesque 2-bedroom stone carriage house and immaculate grounds, situated on two lots comprising almost half an acre, offers an unparalleled oasis within the city. This home is ideal for multi-generational living, working from home, or simply a stunning hideaway. Enter the main house through the glass-paned…
Apr 3, 2019 No longer available -
No longer available
Jan 15, 2019 Sold to Adam Seufert, Ashley Seufert $850,000
Sold to Adam Seufert, Ashley Seufert
Nov 11, 2018 Price Decreased $875,000
↓ $20K (2.2%)
Price Decreased
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Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized
Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 7
Interior Details

Bedroom Information

Bedrooms on 1st Upper Level: 3
Bedrooms on 2nd Upper Level: 2

Bathroom Information

Full Bathrooms on 1st Upper Level: 2
Full Bathrooms on 2nd Upper Level: 1

Interior Information

Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic/House Fan, 2nd Kitchen, Exposed Beams, Wet/Dry Bar, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
Appliances: Oven - Wall, Oven - Self Cleaning, Commercial Range, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances
Flooring Type: Wood, Ceramic Tile
Living Area Square Feet Source: Estimated

Room Information

Laundry Type: Main Floor, Lower Floor

Fireplace Information

Has Fireplace
Wood, Insert
Fireplaces: 3

Basement Information

Has Basement
Full, Unfinished

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1856
  • Effective Year Built: 1856
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Bedroom Count: 6
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Floor Count: 3
  • Living Units: 1
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 2

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8,532
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 2,100
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 410
  • Total Building Area: 6,223
  • Gross Building Area: 6,223
  • Building Area: 6,223
  • Building Area Measurement: unknown

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: unknown
  • Heating: unknown
  • Heated Square Feet: 6,223
  • Heating Fuel Type: unknown

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: unknown
  • Water Service: unknown

Building

  • Property Class: unknown
  • Land Acres: 0.196
  • Legal Description 1: 70 W OF EMLEN ST

Ownership

  • Current Owner : SEUFERT ASHLEY
  • Current Owner 2: SEUFERT ADAM
  • Previous Owner : BECKER CHARLES L
  • Previous Owner 2: BECKER MARTA T
  • Owner Before Previous Owner: AHARON MICHAEL
  • Owner Before Previous Owner 2: AHARON CATHERINE H
  • Is Owner Occupied: unknown
  • Ownership Rights Codes: unknown

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Philadelphia City School District
  • School Tax School District: PHILADELPHIA SD
  • Census Tract: 038800

Zoning

  • Zoning: RSA3

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 126N220004
  • Account Number: 078600
  • District: WARD #09
  • Parcel: 09-2078600
  • Block: 126N2
  • Lot: 4
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • Latitude: 40.0545
  • Longitude: -75.1989

    Address

  • Full Address: 420 W Allens Ln
  • Address - House Number: 420
  • Street Direction: W
  • Address - Street Name: Allens
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ln
  • State: PA
  • City Name: Philadelphia
  • Carrier Code: C030
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2804
  • Zip Code: 19119

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $14,013
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 9

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1999
  • Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 1,093,829
  • High Value: 1,312,562
  • Low Value: 875,097

    Open Liens

  • Total Open Liens: 2
  • Total Open Liens Amount: $770,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Lender: CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE LLC
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Feb 01, 2022
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Financing Type: unknown
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $661,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Position: 1
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: unknown
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Nov 01, 2051
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Lender: REPUBLIC FIRST BANK
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Jul 16, 2019
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Financing Type: unknown
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $109,000
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Position: 2
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: unknown
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Jul 16, 2049

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $1,081,100
  • Market Land Value: $216,220
  • Market Improvement Value: $864,880

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,081,100
  • Assessed Land Value: $216,220
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $864,880

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jan 08, 2019
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 15, 2019
  • Current Sale Transaction ID: 11560646610
  • Current Sale Price: $850,000
  • Current Sale Document Type: unknown
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 53465716
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 26, 2006
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Jun 16, 2006
  • Previous Sale Amount: $630,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: unknown

    Last Sale Mortgage

  • First Mortgage Lender: TRIDENT MORTGAGE COMPANY LP
  • First Mortgage Transaction Date: Jan 15, 2019
  • First Mortgage Loan Amount: $680,000
  • First Mortgage Terms: 360
  • First Mortgage Loan Type: unknown
  • First Mortgage Loan Due Date: Feb 01, 2049

    Previous Mortgages

  • Previous Mortgage Lender: HOME FINANCE OF AMERICA
  • Previous Mortgage Transaction Date: Jun 26, 2006
  • Previous Mortgage Loan Amount: $380,000
  • Previous Mortgage Term: 360
  • Previous Mortgage Loan Type: unknown
  • Previous Mortgage Loan Due Date: Jul 01, 2036

Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
House
6 Beds
5 Baths
5,500 ft²
$216/ft²
$1,187,500 Jun 14, 2016
$1,187,500 Nov 15, 2016
-
House
8 Beds
5 Baths
8,200 ft²
$125/ft²
$1,025,000 Apr 26, 2013
$1,025,000 Jan 24, 2014
-
Land
Loft
-
-
$1,100,000 Aug 16, 2023
-
-

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 420 West Allens Lane built and last sold?
The property at 420 West Allens Lane was built in 1856 and last sold on Jan 8, 2019 for $850,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 420 West Allens Lane is $1,184,236.
What are some comparable homes to 420 West Allens Lane?
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