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$279,000

636 W Lafayette St Norristown, PA 19401

1,641 sqft
0.04 acres
$170 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 636 W Lafayette St

636 W Lafayette, Norristown, PA – Spacious duplex on a great block. The first floor features an oversized 1-bedroom unit with in-unit laundry, basement access, and a private rear yard. The second and third floors make up a large 3-bedroom unit with a recently updated kitchen, new flooring, fresh paint, and updates to code compliance. Separate heat and electric. The first-floor unit is occupied by a long-term tenant at a solid rental rate. Perfect opportunity for an investor or owner occupant. Low taxes and set back from the street with a welcoming front porch. Note showings to begin 7/11/2025.

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingBaseboard, Forced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,641 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAMC2146894

Summary

  • Basement: Yes
  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $279,000
  • Price/SqFt: $170
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,271
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: haws and Washington
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Living Area: 1,641 SqFt
  • Municipality: Norristown Boro
  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAMC2146894
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Homestarr Realty
  • Office Phone: (215) 355-5565
  • Office Email: homestarr@homestarrinc.com
  • Listing Agent: James Barr
  • Agent Phone: (610) 633-3900
  • Agent Email: atlascedarproperties@gmail.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 07, 2020
Home Sold
$116,277
Sep 21, 2011
Home Sold
$38,000
May 17, 2006
Home Sold
$160,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$53,290$3,271
2023$53,290$3,242
2022$53,290$3,172
2021$53,290$3,103
2020$53,290$3,010
2019$53,290$2,955
2018$53,290$2,900
2017$53,290$2,714

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Gotwals Elementary School

Public District 1-4

0.7 mi

1 E Oak St

6

Marshall Street Elementary School

Public District KG-4

0.9 mi

1525 W Marshall St

6

Bridgeport Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.3 mi

900 Bush and School Lane

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,667. The majority of Norristown, PA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, with kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

35%
Single, No Kids
36%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

24%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • SoccerSoccer
  • UFCUFC

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Burger KingBurger King

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • MazdaMazda
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 636 W Lafayette St

The listing price of 636 W Lafayette St property is $279,000.

The property 636 W Lafayette St is a multi located in Norristown, Pennsylvania, 19401.

Active Listing: 636 W Lafayette St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 636 W Lafayette St are: Gotwals Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Marshall Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bridgeport Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Stewart Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Eisenhower Science and Technology Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Upper Merion Area Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Roosevelt Altern School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Upper Merion Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Norristown Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,271 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 7, 2020 for $116,277 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 636 W Lafayette St is 1,641 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 636 W Lafayette St is 1930.

This home is located at 636 W Lafayette St in Norristown, PA and zip code 19401. This 1,641 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $279,000.

The number of homes for sale in Norristown, PA increased by 59.8% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $349,900, while the average time on the real estate market was 42 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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