For Sale146d on market
12 Shawmont Ave
Philadelphia, PA, 19128 • Roxborough • Philadelphia County
$315,000
$247/sqft
-$10,000 since Jan 21, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,275Sqft
0.09 acLot
1940Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1940 · 86 years of history
Roxborough
Roxborough
Outdoor Living
Deck
1 Fireplace
Brick
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Private Pool
Private
Wood & Tile/Brick Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
Listed 146 days ago · 1,127 views · 22 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
22 saves
Buyers have saved this home
146 days on market
Established listing
$247/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1940
Just off of Green Tree Run in Roxborough. Highly Motivated Seller! Where location is everything. Welcome to this unique and charming residence featuring an in-ground pool, two well-appointed bedrooms, and a spacious bathroom complete with a classic claw-foot soaking tub and generous storage. The kitchen includes sliding glass doors that open to a deck overlooking the expansive rear yard. The large, tiled basement offers abundant storage and direct access to a beautifully secluded outdoor space. Enjoy an in-ground pool, a tranquil stream, and a wooded backdrop that provides exceptional privacy—perfect for relaxing or unwinding at twilight. Additional features include a gated carport that offers sheltered entry to the home. Ideally located near the Schuylkill River Trail with convenient access to I-76. Where location is everything. Close to Green Tree Run, Schuykill River Trail. This home has loads of potential for the right visionary. Come prepared with your contract to explore the multitude of possibilities.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights in-ground pool, large tiled basement, and classic claw-foot soaking tub as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,944/month
Principal & Interest$1,524
Property Tax$315
Insurance$105
Down payment20% ($63,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.08% rate · 30yr fixed · $252,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1940
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingNone, Other
Parking2 Carport spaces
Lot3,802 sqft
Days on Zillow146 Days
Price/sqft$247
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1940
Stories3
Systems
HeatingHot Water, Oil
CoolingNone, Other
ConstructionStone
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached Carport
BasementFinished
Fireplaces1
Lot3,802 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodRoxborough
ZoningRSD-1
Annual tax$4,345
Parcel212382300
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Wood
Tile/Brick
Heating
Hot Water
Oil
Cooling
None
Other
Laundry
None
Fireplace
Brick
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached Carport
Construction
Stone
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Wooded
Rear Yard
Pool Features
Private
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
Upper00
Primary Bedroom
UnspecifiedBedroom1
Upper00
Other
UnspecifiedAttic - Non-Use
Kitchen
Main00
Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Living Room
Main00
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market146
Est. value$302,800
Est. rent$2,062/mo
Tax rate0.94%
Price/sqft$247
On marketNov 15, 2025
PostedNov 15, 2025
Last sold$169,950
MLS updatedFeb 27, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,127
Favorites22
How are the schools in Philadelphia?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Philadelphia, PA, 19128
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 21, 2026Price Change$315,000$247Bright MLS
Nov 15, 2025Listed For Sale$325,000$255Bright MLS
Jan 26, 2017Listing Removed$230,000$180Perfect Place Real Estate Co.
Sep 8, 2016Price Change$230,000$180Perfect Place Real Estate Co.
Jul 25, 2016Listed For Sale$250,000$196Perfect Place Real Estate Co.
May 12, 2004Sold$169,950$133Public Record
Price Change$315,000
Jan 21, 2026•$247/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$325,000
Nov 15, 2025•$255/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$230,000
Jan 26, 2017•$180/sqft•Perfect Place Real Estate Co.
Price Change$230,000
Sep 8, 2016•$180/sqft•Perfect Place Real Estate Co.
Listed For Sale$250,000
Jul 25, 2016•$196/sqft•Perfect Place Real Estate Co.
Sold$169,950
May 12, 2004•$133/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$4,345$310,400
Apr 10, 2024$3,620$258,600
Apr 10, 2023$3,620$258,600
Apr 10, 2022$3,091—
Apr 10, 2021$3,091—
Apr 10, 2018$2,983—
Apr 10, 2017$2,423—
Apr 10, 2016$2,277—
Apr 10, 2015$2,277—
Apr 10, 2014$2,277$192,700
Apr 10, 2012$2,180$20,352
Apr 10, 2011—$20,352
Apr 10, 2010—$20,352
Apr 10, 2009—$20,352
Apr 10, 2008—$20,352
Apr 10, 2007—$20,352
Apr 10, 2006—$20,352
Apr 10, 2005—$20,352
Apr 10, 2004—$20,352
Apr 10, 2003—$20,352
Apr 10, 2002—$20,352
Apr 10, 2000—$20,352
Apr 10, 1999—$20,352
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