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#PAPH2442880, WALAA ELDIN ELABSY, Listing office: Realty Mark Associates
$284,900 List price
8119 Cresco Ave Philadelphia, PA 19136
3 beds
1 full, 2 partial
1,420 sqft
0.09 acres
$201 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 8119 Cresco Ave
Get out your checklist, this is going to check all the boxes, let's go! Large, straight through twin home with brick and stone exterior. Excellent curb appeal with long front lawn, side hardscaped garden, and large rear fenced yard (with electric). 3 spacious bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 2 powder rooms in addition to a finished basement and best of all the home faces Pennypack Park. Let's go inside....The main level of this home is a straight through design consisting of a living room with gas fireplace, large front window which allows for plenty of natural light. The dining room is formal with decorative ceiling fan. More large bright windows, coat closet and entrance to finish lower level. The kitchen is huge and eat in with double stainless steel sink and a conveniently placed window above sink that overlooks the yard, ceiling fan, plenty of cabinets and counter space, a ceramic tile backsplash and exit to side/rear yard. The upper level of the home includes 3 large bedrooms, one full bathroom and One 1/2 bathroom. The primary bedroom features hardwood floors, ceiling fan, closet and powder room with oversized vanity for storage and another closet. The other two bedrooms both offer wall-to-wall carpet, ceiling fans and closets. The hall bathroom is 3-piece, ceramic tile with large vanity and extra storage in addition to a skylight. The hallway also offers a linen closet. The lower level of the home is finished with wall-to-wall carpet, recessed lighting, 1/4 bath, storage under the steps and closets, laundry room with washer and dryer and exit to rear driveway and yard and garage. Water Heater approx., 2 Years Old. Newer Front Window. This home is close to Transportation, Septa Line 88 and 28 are 2 short blocks away. Schools (Father Judge High School 3 blocks away), PennyPack (across the street with trails). Playground (3 blocks away).
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,420 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1953
ParkingGarage - Rear Entry,Garage Door Opener, Concrete Driveway, Driveway,Attached Garage
MLS #PAPH2517624
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas/Propane
ViewTrees/Woods
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminated
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Skylight(s), Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace: Gas/Propane
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Garage - Rear Entry,Garage Door Opener, Concrete Driveway, Driveway,Attached Garage
- View: Trees/Woods
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $284,900
- Price/SqFt: $200
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,302
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Holme Avenue to Welsh Road to Cresco Avenue
- Year Built: 1953
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,420 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2517624
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Re/Max One Realty
- Office Phone: (215) 961-6003
- Office Email: jpcolahan@aol.com
- Listing Agent: Christine T Cole
- Agent Phone: (215) 588-4808
- Agent Email: ccolerealtor@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2006 | Home Sold | $180,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $244,500 | $2,302 |
| 2022 | $199,500 | $2,388 |
| 2021 | $- | $2,388 |
| 2020 | $215,600 | $3,017 |
| 2019 | $196,300 | $2,747 |
| 2018 | $157,200 | $2,200 |
| 2017 | $157,200 | $2,200 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Edwin Forrest Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•7300 Cottage St
6
Rhawnhurst Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•7809 Castor Ave
2
Soloman Solis-Cohen Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.9 mi
•7001 Horrocks St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $51,424. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
37%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Foot Locker
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Little Caesars
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Nissan
Dodge
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8119 Cresco Ave
The listing price of 8119 Cresco Ave property is $284,900.
The property 8119 Cresco Ave is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19136.
Active Listing: 8119 Cresco Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8119 Cresco Ave are: Edwin Forrest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Rhawnhurst Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Soloman Solis-Cohen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Joseph H. Brown School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pollock Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Thomas Holme Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Abraham Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), New Foundations Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Northeast High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,302 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 18, 2006 for $180,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8119 Cresco Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 8119 Cresco Ave is 1,420 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8119 Cresco Ave is 1953.
This home is located at 8119 Cresco Ave in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19136 in the Holmesburg neighborhood. This 1,420 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $284,900.
The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 36.5% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 90 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $292,873.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.