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Property Description
Discover the hidden potential at 8562 Benton Ave, a charming twin home nestled in the heart of Philadelphia . This is a unique opportunity to craft your dream home from the ground up, where original features meet endless possibilities. Imagine peeling back the old carpet to reveal the stunning, untouched original oak hardwood floors beneath! These floors are a testament to the home's enduring quality and await your personal touch to bring them back to their former glory. Surrounded by a serene and established neighborhood, you'll be greeted by a magnificent, mature maple tree providing shade and a picturesque backdrop to your new abode. While everything is original, think of it as a blank canvas awaiting your creative expression. Investing in a fixer-upper, particularly with an FHA 203(k) loan (also known as a Renovation Loan) can allow you to purchase and finance renovations in one mortgage and boost the home's value instantly. Whether it's a gourmet kitchen, a spa-like bathroom, or a complete interior redesign, the choices are limitless. With your own hands and vision, you can transform this house into a personalized masterpiece, gaining instant equity and pride of ownership. Don't miss this chance to turn a promising property into your perfect sanctuary! Schedule a showing today and unlock the incredible potential of 8562 Benton Ave. Property was recently appraised at 300K, Sold As-Is.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8562 Benton Ave
General
- Sold For: $255,000
- Taxes: $3,992 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2529408
- Added to Site: 147 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry
Location
- Area: 19152 (19152)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Driving Directions: Please use GPS.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Daylight, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
- Square Feet: 1,026
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,026 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,026 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1965
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,360
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 28.00 x 120.00
- Zoning: RSA3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $263.06
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,235
- City/TownTax: $1,756
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $285,200
- Tax Amount: $3,992
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 202
Listed by Vylla Home, Niall K McCall
Sold by KW Empower, Holly Iversen
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Schools
Schools serving 8562 Benton Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Farrell Louis H School 8300 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19152 | K-8 | 0.5 mi |
Northeast High School 1601 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8562 Benton Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/19/2025
Sold
$255,000
-5.52%
MLS
8/23/2025
Listed
$269,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8562 Benton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19152 (MLS# PAPH2529408) is a Single Family property that was sold at $255,000 on November 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 8562 Benton Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

