CHARIS REALTY GROUP

Colonial

478 FOSS AVENUE

DREXEL HILL , PA 19026

MLS#: PADE2106644

$325,000

Status: Active
Listing number: PADE2106644
Listing provided by: EXP Realty, LLC
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Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

1

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1930

Sq.Footage

2,580

Opportunity meets character in this spacious Drexel Hill home with rare income potential. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this property offers generous room sizes, classic architectural details, and a unique detached garage with a studio apartment above—perfect for rental income, extended family, or a private workspace. Inside the main home, you’ll find 3–4 bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with an attached nursery or home office, offering flexible living options. The home features one and a half baths, a welcoming living room, a fireplace room ideal for cozy evenings, a formal dining room, and an inviting front porch—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the neighborhood. Original woodwork, large baseboards, and timeless details add warmth and character throughout, while the spacious layout provides a solid foundation for updates and personal touches. This is a great opportunity for buyers looking to build equity and restore its charm or perhaps an investor who can convert the spacious attic to additional bedrooms and bath. The separate lot (tax ID of 16-12-00330-00 taxes of $1932) includes a detached multi-car garage with a studio apartment above, offering excellent income potential or multi-generational living potential. This home is ready for the next owner to elevate the character and make their own updates. A great backyard, ample parking. Home is being sold as-is and buyer is responsible for all township use and occupancy requirements.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    2580.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Window Unit(s)

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Hot Water

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    4

  • Construction Materials

    Stucco

  • Parking

    Garage, Driveway, Detached

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.11

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Colonial

Price

  • Sales Price

    $325,000

  • Tax Amount

    9641.0

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 580

  • Price/SqFt

    $125

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Foundation Details

    Block

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    281-000

  • Water Source

    Public

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Opportunity meets character in this spacious Drexel Hill home with rare income potential. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this property offers generous room sizes, classic architectural details, and a unique detached garage with a studio apartment above—perfect for rental income, extended family, or a private workspace. Inside the main home, you’ll find 3–4 bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with an attached nursery or home office, offering flexible living options. The home features one and a half baths, a welcoming living room, a fireplace room ideal for cozy evenings, a formal dining room, and an inviting front porch—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the neighborhood. Original woodwork, large baseboards, and timeless details add warmth and character throughout, while the spacious layout provides a solid foundation for updates and personal touches. This is a great opportunity for buyers looking to build equity and restore its charm or perhaps an investor who can convert the spacious attic to additional bedrooms and bath. The separate lot (tax ID of 16-12-00330-00 taxes of $1932) includes a detached multi-car garage with a studio apartment above, offering excellent income potential or multi-generational living potential. This home is ready for the next owner to elevate the character and make their own updates. A great backyard, ample parking. Home is being sold as-is and buyer is responsible for all township use and occupancy requirements.

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