$285,000
8 Shipley Pl, Philadelphia, PA 19152
Listed by BY Real Estate
Look no further! This hard-to-find 1.5 attached garage with plenty of additional off street and driveway parking Twin home resale will not disappoint. This Burholme section of Philadelphia beauty has it all from its oversized white privacy fenced in back and side yards to all its wonderful upgrades and improvements throughout this move-in ready turn-key home. As you enter the house you are greeted by the sun-filled Living Room with hardwood flooring, ceiling fan along with a large front window. This chef and guest friendly recently remodeled Kitchen with many amenities and WOW factor includes solid wood oversized soft touch 40 inch custom cabinets and drawers with ambiance under cabinet lighting along with a pull out drawer with hidden double trash can storage, granite and quartz counter tops, tile backsplash, custom tile flooring, exhaust fan that vents outside, garbage disposal, deep sink and window with overhead light, ceiling fan, compliantly installed GFCI outlets, appliances include: built-in dishwasher, microwave, Samsung 5-burner gas stove, newer kitchen Samsung refrigerator that has an ice maker, and garage refrigerator are all included in the sale. The Primary Bedroom has a new built-in wall air conditioning unit, ceiling fan, crown molding along with hardwood flooring, The Second Bedroom is spacious and has hardwood flooring as well as a ceiling fan. Rounding out the main floor level is the completely remodeled Hall Bath with new toilet, vanity and tile flooring, along with a shower/tub combination. Take advantage of the finished lower level that has 6 recessed lights and luxury vinyl plank flooring with so many uses and ideas such as an in-law suite with a 3rd Bedroom. This bonus area could also be used as a Family Room for your big screened television making it the perfect man-cave hideout. The possibilities are endless! In addition you have a Powder Room with luxury vinyl plank flooring along with a Laundry Room with included washer and dryer, luxury vinyl plank flooring, along with a double laundry sink, large storage closet, 4 recessed lights and a convenient daylight door stair access to the spacious fenced in backyard retreat area. The current owners additional upgrades and property benefits include: 1 car oversized attach garage with workbench and enough room to fit a Nisan Pathfinder as well as an updated garage door opener with push button code key pad outside along with the my Q app technology for your smart phone can also be utilized, an economical and efficient Weil McLain gas baseboard hot water heating system will run the show in winter time, in 2019 the hot water heater was added, expansion tank replaced in 2020, all windows were replaced in 2021, flat roof portion redone in 2017, the main access door has a built-in sliding screen/glass panel that can be easily slide back and forth, raised interior 6 panel doors, dryer exhaust is vented to the outside, the spacious back and side yards with the white privacy fence also has convenient and secure wide gate access from the side patio area, a new well lit lamp post, existing backyard motion detector spot lights, as well as a solar spot tree light were all added for additional well lit security, 4 electrical outlets exist on the exterior of the home ideal for your outdoor holiday decorations, there is a concrete pad in the backyard that can be used to place a future storage shed and lastly PGW replaced the gas monitors and some concrete sidewalk sections 2 years ago. This home boasts the perfect location being close and with-in walking distance to the Fox Chase Cheltenham and Ryers SEPTA train stations with convenient access into Center City Philadelphia, and is only a hop, skip and jump to the Lawncrest, Tookany Creek and Burholme Parks, Rising Sun and Cottman Avenue corridors providing quick transit bus connecting and easy driving routes to local restaurants, convenience stores and supermarkets. Come make this exquisite resale your new home today!
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | Listed for sale | $284,900 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$292,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Philadelphia County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7448 ROCKWELL AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111 | August 2026 | $220,000 | 3/1 | 1,320 | $270,904 |
| 2755 RHAWN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152 | September 2026 | $257,500 | 3/1 | 1,386 | $295,612 |
| 7735 HASBROOK AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111 | September 2026 | $330,000 | 3/1 | 1,560 | $340,923 |
| 951 WAKELING ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124 | August 2026 | $280,000 | 3/1 | 1,408 | $438,954 |
| 2004 VISTA ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152 | September 2026 | $332,500 | 3/1 | 1,344 | $390,218 |
| 3827 KIRKWOOD RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19114 | September 2026 | $375,000 | 3/1 | 1,370 | $443,514 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 2019 | Sold | $168,000 |
| June 2015 | Sold | $133,900 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Recorded property taxes: $3,719 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,823/mo
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.
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.
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