833 Benson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111-1909 $424,900

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Beds/Baths: 3/2
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,470
Acreage: 0.18
Age:61 years
Style:
Split Level
MLS#: PAPH2449796
Subdivision: Fox Chase
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Welcome to 833 Benson Street! This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath charming Fox Chase stone-front single home with an expansive front and rear yard, along with a covered front porch and off-street parking is sure to be at the top of your list. Let’s go inside… Upon entering, you'll notice the elegant Bruce hardwood floors throughout the home. The bright and spacious living room offers a coat closet, crown molding, recessed lighting and an abundance of natural light. The adjacent dining room features a decorative chandelier and crown molding. The spacious kitchen is well-equipped with ample granite countertops including a peninsula counter with overhang for stools, a beautiful stone backsplash that complements the ceramic tile flooring. Also featured in the kitchen, recessed lighting, dishwasher, gas range, microwave, refrigerator, as well as a deep stainless-steel sink with a gooseneck faucet. The kitchen also boasts a granite countertop pass-through leading into a generous den/family room, yes! There is even a den/family room, your choice. The den is complete with a ceiling fan, recessed lighting, built-in bookshelves, and direct access to the large rear yard. The second level is home to 2 generously sized bedrooms and a full modern bathroom. The main bedroom features a ceiling fan and a spacious closet. The second bedroom is equally large, with ample closet space. The 3-piece hall bathroom is updated with ceramic tile, large linen closet and an oversized vanity, providing both style and functionality. The third level offers the 3rd bedroom, complete with a ceiling fan, ample closet space, wall-to-wall carpeting, and access to the attic for additional storage. The lower level is highlighted by a newly renovated 3-piece bathroom with a stall shower, oversized vanity, and recessed lighting. This level also provides interior access to the garage and a large laundry room with plenty of storage space and an exit to the side yard. The exterior features a large, flat yard with a shed for extra storage, as well as off-street parking for added convenience. This home offers a perfect blend of modern updates and classic charm, making it an ideal place to call home. Close to Shopping, Transportation (Fox Chase Regional Rail 1 Mile), Lorimer Park, Fox Chase Farm, Holy Redeemer Hospital, Rockledge and Montgomery County are close by not to mention many Restaurants, Schools, Playgrounds and many other conveniences.

Taxes: $5,106
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Philadelphia City

Features

Utilities
Radiator Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Lower Floor Laundry

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Attached Garage Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Attic, Attic/House Fan, Built-Ins, Carpet, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Concrete Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Insulated Doors, Six Panel Doors, Storm Doors

Exterior
Shingle Roof, Masonry, Porch(es), Stone Retaining Walls, Awning(s)

Lot
Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

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Public Elementary (70 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Fox Chase School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 0.5 mi
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 0.79 mi
Crossan Kennedy C School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 1.17 mi
Farrell Louis High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.3 mi
Greenberg Joseph School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.47 mi
Rhawnhurst School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 1.51 mi
McKinley School Abington School District K–5 Elkins Park 1.79 mi
Rydal Elementary School Abington School District K–5 Huntingdon Valley 1.83 mi
Moore J Hampton School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 1.98 mi
Cheltenham Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Cheltenham 2.26 mi
Solis-Cohen Solomon School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.3 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.42 mi
Frank Anne School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 2.43 mi
Pollock Robert B School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.65 mi
Carnell Laura High School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.74 mi
Spruance Gilbert School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.77 mi
Mayfair School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.85 mi
Myers Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Elkins Park 2.95 mi
Franklin Benjamin School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.97 mi
Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3 mi
Ziegler William High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.27 mi
Allen Ethan School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.34 mi
Eugenio Maria DE Hostos Charter School Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.39 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.39 mi
Finletter Thomas K School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.4 mi
Brown Joseph High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.45 mi
Universal Creighton Charter School Universal Creighton Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.46 mi
Jenkintown Elementary School Jenkintown School District K–6 Jenkintown 3.48 mi
Forrest Edwin School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.54 mi
Loesche William High School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.6 mi
Disston Hamilton School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.66 mi
Holme Thomas School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.68 mi
The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Science The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences at HR K–8 Philadelphia 3.71 mi
Keystone Academy Charter School Keystone Academy Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.76 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.76 mi
Ellwood School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.85 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.88 mi
Lowell James R School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–4 Philadelphia 3.95 mi
Mastery Cs-Smedley Campus Mastery CS-Smedley Campus K–6 Philadelphia 3.99 mi
Lawton Henry W School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.02 mi
Olney Elementary School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.12 mi
Northwood Academy Charter School Northwood Academy Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.12 mi
Highland School Abington School District K–5 Abington 4.17 mi
Overlook School Abington School District K–5 Abington 4.22 mi
Rowen William School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.25 mi
Sullivan James J School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.27 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
Copper Beech School Abington School District K–5 Glenside 4.34 mi
Wyncote Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Wyncote 4.4 mi
Marshall John School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.42 mi
Comly Watson School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.45 mi
John Hancock Demonstration School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.45 mi
Howe Julia Ward School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.47 mi
Morrison Andrew J School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.51 mi
Prince Hall Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.59 mi
Stearne Allen Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.59 mi
Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
Barton Clara School Philadelphia City School District K–2 Philadelphia 4.68 mi
Samuel Pennypacker School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.68 mi
Feltonville Intermediate School Philadelphia City School District 3–5 Philadelphia 4.73 mi
Pine Road Elementary School Lower Moreland Township School District K–5 Huntingdon Valley 4.77 mi
Pennell Joseph School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.79 mi
MaST Community Charter School III MaST Community Charter School III K–8 Philadelphia 4.79 mi
Maritime Academy Charter School Maritime Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney K–8 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.86 mi
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.87 mi
Roslyn School Abington School District K–5 Roslyn 4.93 mi
Juniata Park Academy Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.95 mi
West Oak Lane Charter School West Oak Lane Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 5 mi

Public Middle (19 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 0.79 mi
Baldi C C A Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 1.43 mi
Castor Gardens Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 1.75 mi
Elkins Park School Cheltenham School District 5–6 Elkins Park 2.22 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.42 mi
Murray Avenue School Lower Moreland Township School District 6–8 Huntingdon Valley 3.13 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.39 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.76 mi
Washington Grover Junior School Philadelphia City School District 5–8 Philadelphia 3.79 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.88 mi
Abington Middle School Abington School District 6–8 Abington 4.02 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.39 mi
Harding Warren G Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.47 mi
Cedarbrook Middle School Cheltenham School District 7–8 Wyncote 4.53 mi
Feltonville School of Arts & Sciences Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.81 mi
Maritime Academy Charter School Maritime Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.86 mi
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.87 mi

Public High (26 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 0.79 mi
Northeast High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 1.5 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.42 mi
Lincoln High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.79 mi
Fels Samuel High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.03 mi
Washington George High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.11 mi
Swenson Arts & Technology High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.23 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.39 mi
Lower Moreland High School Lower Moreland Township School District 9–12 Huntingdon Valley 3.43 mi
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown School District 7–12 Jenkintown 3.46 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.76 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.88 mi
Frankford High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.93 mi
Abington Senior High School Abington School District 9–12 Abington 3.95 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.28 mi
Olney High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.3 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.57 mi
Cheltenham High School Cheltenham School District 9–12 Wyncote 4.72 mi
Girls High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.77 mi
Imhotep Institute Charter High School Imhotep Institute Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.81 mi
Franklin Towne Charter High School Franklin Towne Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.84 mi
Maritime Academy Charter School Maritime Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.86 mi
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.87 mi
King Martin Luther High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.96 mi
Central High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.98 mi

Private (73 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Cecilia Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 0.46 mi
Creative Beginnings Nonsectarian Preschool–K Rockledge 0.84 mi
Milestone Academy Nonsectarian 10–12 Jenkintown 1.5 mi
Gospel Of Grace Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Cheltenham 1.53 mi
Montgomery Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Huntingdon Valley 1.55 mi
The Gan Jewish Preschool–K Philadelphia 1.55 mi
Cora Services Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.7 mi
Resurrection Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 1.75 mi
Politz Hebrew Academy Jewish K–8 Philadelphia 1.76 mi
Presentation Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Cheltenham 1.77 mi
St Basil Academy Other 9–12 Jenkintown 1.8 mi
Maternity Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.8 mi
First Century Gospel School Christian (no specific denomination) K–10 Philadelphia 1.84 mi
Shaare Shamayim Preschool And Kindergarten Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 2.09 mi
Cedar Grove Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–9 Philadelphia 2.2 mi
Shining Star Learning Center Assembly of God Preschool–4 Philadelphia 2.26 mi
Northeast Central Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–5 Philadelphia 2.48 mi
Red Lion Elementary School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 2.49 mi
St Albert The Great Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Huntingdon Valley 2.56 mi
Meadowlane Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Jenkintown 2.64 mi
St Jerome School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.67 mi
St Matthew Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.72 mi
A Step Up Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Jenkintown 2.79 mi
Abington Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Jenkintown 2.81 mi
Valley Christian School Presbyterian K–8 Huntingdon Valley 3.04 mi
Ann Kids Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 3.18 mi
Father Judge High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 3.22 mi
St Martin Of Tours School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.26 mi
Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel Jewish 9–12 Elkins Park 3.29 mi
International Christian High School Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 3.3 mi
Perelman Jewish Day School-Foreman Center Jewish K–5 Melrose Park 3.31 mi
Blessed Trinity Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.32 mi
Wyncote Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Melrose Park 3.35 mi
Holmesburg Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.43 mi
Temple Beth Torah School Of Early Learning At Oyrt Jewish Preschool–K Abington 3.46 mi
The Meadowbrook School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Meadowbrook 3.61 mi
Accel Academy Nonsectarian 5–11 Melrose Park 3.62 mi
St Dominic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.65 mi
Happy 'r' Wee Nonsectarian Preschool–K Abington 3.66 mi
Bryn Athyn Church School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Bryn Athyn 3.7 mi
The Academy Of The New Church Girls' School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 3.76 mi
Academy Of The New Church Boys School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 3.76 mi
St Hubert Catholic High School For Girls Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 3.77 mi
Hope Church School Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.92 mi
Sophia Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 3.95 mi
Regina Coeli Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Abington 4.04 mi
Westwood School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.05 mi
Christ The King Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.07 mi
Olney Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 4.15 mi
All Saints Episcopal School Episcopal Preschool–K Philadelphia 4.35 mi
Frankford Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.37 mi
The Bridge Nonsectarian 9–12 Philadelphia 4.41 mi
Mt Airy Christian Day School Church of God in Christ Preschool–K Philadelphia 4.46 mi
St Athanasius School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.48 mi
St Christopher School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.55 mi
Archbishop Ryan High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
New Hope Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
Bishop McDevitt High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyncote 4.57 mi
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wyncote 4.57 mi
Alpha House Nursery & Kindergarten Roman Catholic K Philadelphia 4.6 mi
St Luke Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 4.61 mi
New Medina Learning Institute Islamic K–12 Philadelphia 4.62 mi
St Martha Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
Nazareth Academy High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.66 mi
Calvary Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 4.67 mi
Excelsior School Philadelphia Nonsectarian K–5 4.71 mi
Bethel Christian Academy Of Wyncote African Methodist Episcopal K Philadelphia 4.74 mi
Holy Innocents Area Catholic Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.78 mi
Nazareth Academy Grade School Roman Catholic 1–8 Philadelphia 4.78 mi
St Lucy Day School For Children W Visual Impairment Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 4.8 mi
Archbishop Ryan Academy For The Deaf Roman Catholic Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.81 mi
Adelaide Educational Center Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Our Lady Of Calvary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.94 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19111), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 35
  • Average salary of people in this community: $39,206

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 14,094
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.78
  • Households w/ Children: 70%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 13,936 (52.8%)
  • Rented: 10,315 (39.1%)
  • Vacant: 2,155 (8.2%)
  • Total: 26,406

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 68,113
Households: 24,251
Median Age: 36.70

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 6.4%
  • Some High School: 8.5%
  • High School Graduate: 35.3%
  • Some College: 18.7%
  • Associate Degree: 6.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 16.8%
  • Graduate Degree: 7.6%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $51,051

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $774
  • One Bedroom: $840
  • Two Bedroom: $1,026
  • Three Bedroom: $1,334
  • Four Bedroom: $1,399

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