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$218,891$162 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $90,000 on Aug 6, 2014

1970 STERLING ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,350 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,216 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$219K
$198K low$240K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Aug 6, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,780 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$201,200 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(4)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
William Rowen Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Martin Luther King High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
General Louis Wagner Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19138These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,348
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17,049 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,018
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,049
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1970 Sterling St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Philadelphia 19138
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Philadelphia 19138
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Philadelphia 19138
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in West Oak Lane
  • Newer than 86% of homes in West Oak Lane

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19138

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$75K$304K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Philadelphia 19138.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19138.

Estimated value$218,891
CheaperTypical $167,466Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,230 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,437 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 1970 Sterling St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Oak LanePhiladelphia 19138Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,89176% of homes83% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16275% of homes80% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,350 ft²56% of homes65% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,216 ft²17% of homes28% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than193086% of homes86% of homes55% of homes

About 1970 Sterling St

How much is 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA is $218,891 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $198,208 to $239,574. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Aug 6, 2014 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA?

1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,350 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA built?

1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA?

1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to William Rowen Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Martin Luther King High School (high), rated F; General Louis Wagner Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19138?

Among the 11,884 homes in Philadelphia 19138, it is worth more than 83% of them ($218,891 against a typical $167,466), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($162 against a typical $135), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 1,230 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 1,437 ft²) and it is newer than 86% of them (1930 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 52% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1970 Sterling St, Philadelphia, PA was $2,780. The county assessed it at $201,200.

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