$330,000
3 bd|2.5 ba|1,047 sqft
8520 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152
Listed by Century 21 Advantage Gold-Lower Bucks
For Sale
Listing description
Make some time to see your new Twin home in the heart of Northeast Philadelphia. This Ranch-style residence features four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, laid out over 2 levels. The entry level includes a spacious living room that flows smoothly to the dining area and adjacent kitchen for ease of enjoyment or entertaining. There's also 3 bedrooms and tiled bath with skylight on this level. The fully finished lower level includes an open living space, 2nd kitchen, bedroom, and full bathroom with walk-in shower. With a walkout rear entrance, this versatile space could be used for entertaining, as a guest suite, or separate living area for additional family. Outside, you'll find a patio and yard space for relaxing or dining al fresco, plus driveway parking. Don't miss your chance to make it yours - schedule a showing today!
Rooms by level
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
- Lower level1 bedroom · 1 full bath
- Main level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2 full
- Living area
- 1,100 sq ft
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Twin/Semi-Detached
- Architectural style
- Side-by-Side
- Year built
- 1959
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.09 acres (3,716 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $290
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2659448
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on NookLocal
- 9 days
Interior features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas
- Interior features
- 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Skylight(s), Wainscotting, Wood Floors
- Basement
- Fully Finished
- Laundry
- Lower Floor
- Levels
- 1
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Masonry
- Foundation
- Block
- Exterior features
- Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Patio & porch
- Patio(s)
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- Driveway
- Total spaces
- 1
- Driveway spaces
- 1
Community
- Subdivision
- PHILADELPHIA (NORTHEAST)
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 34.00 x 110.00
- Lot features
- Front Yard, SideYard(s)
- Zoning
- RSA-3
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Settlement
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2026 | Price reduced | $319,000 |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Listed for sale | $329,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
The NookLocal estimate
Estimated value
$313,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
About this estimate
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Philadelphia County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
- Current list price
- $319,000
- County assessment implies
- $366,017
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9115 FERNDALE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115 | July 2026 | $325,500 | 3/2 | 1,087 | $277,466 |
| 9514 RISING SUN AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115 | August 2026 | $405,000 | 3/2 | 1,080 | $346,500 |
| 1830 TOLBUT ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152 | August 2026 | $318,000 | 3/2 | 1,104 | $261,795 |
| 8849 WINCHESTER AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115 | August 2026 | $345,000 | 3/1 | 1,060 | $406,452 |
| 7803 ANITA DR, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111 | August 2026 | $320,000 | 3/2 | 1,080 | $270,864 |
| 8623 ALGON AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152 | August 2026 | $305,000 | 3/1 | 1,066 | $348,532 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $4,833 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$63,800 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$2,097/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,601
- Property taxes
- $403
- Home insurance (est.)
- $93
Taxes use the amount recorded on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
Area statistics
School district
Philadelphia City
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Philadelphia County crime & safety numbers →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Philadelphia County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
Map location
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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 8:14 AM EDT
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