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8119 Cresco Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19136

3 beds
3 baths
1,420 sqft
3,899 sqft lot
$200 per sqft
1953 build

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).

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Re/Max One Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 19, 2025 •

MLS# PAPH2517624 —

The Building

Year Built:

1953
Year Built Source:

Assessor
Roof:

Flat, Shingle
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Masonry, Brick, Stone
Structure Type:

Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural Style:

Straight Thru
Levels:

2
Door Features:

Insulated, Six Panel, Storm
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Other
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Fully Finished, Heated, Interior Access
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

1420
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

1420

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Skylight(s), Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Room Count:

11
Flooring Type:

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminated
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Gas/Propane
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

1420
Living Area SqFt:

1,420 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Possession:

Negotiable

Location

Directions:

Holme Avenue to Welsh Road to Cresco Avenue
Cross Street:

Welsh Road
Latitude:

40.04815674
Longitude:

-75.02780914

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Excellent
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.09
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

25.00 x 157.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

3,899 Sqft
Inclusions:

Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Booths in Basement and Dining Room Set, all in "as-is" condition.
Additional Parcels:

No
Zoning:

RSA3
View:

Trees/Woods
Outdoor Living Structures:

Patio(s)
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Waterview:

No
Fencing:

Chain Link
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

K30
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

642001800
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

153
Tax Annual Amount:

$4,114
Tax Assessed Value:

$293,900
Year Assessed:

2025
School Tax:

2303.0
City/Town Tax:

1810.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level Bedrooms:

3
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

2
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Half Baths:

1
Lower Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

2
Upper Level Total Baths:

2.00
All Lower Levels Total Baths:

1
Lower Level Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Half Baths:

1
Lower Level Half Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Electric Service:

100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Laundry Type:

Basement

Schools

School District Name:

Philadelphia City
School District Source:

3rd Party

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Pennypack Park
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

No Pool
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No
Municipal Trash:

Yes
Transportation:

Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

2
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Type of Parking:

Driveway, Attached Garage
Parking Features:

Concrete Driveway
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

1
Driveway - # of Spaces:

1

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$284,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,525
Taxes	$342
Insurance	$78
Utilities	$179 See report
Total	$2,124/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/19/25 Jul 19, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$284,900

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This townhouse located in North Delaware, Philadelphia, PA 19136 is currently for sale for $284,900. 8119 Cresco Avenue is a 1,420 square foot townhouse with 3 beds and 3 baths. 8119 Cresco Avenue is in the North Delaware neighborhood of Philadelphia and has a WalkScore® of 57, making it somewhat walkable. This townhouse is in the attendance area of Northeast Community Propel Academy and Abraham Lincoln High School.

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