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$252,759$217 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $127,000 on Jan 10, 2006

8539 FORREST AVE

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19150
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,164 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.
2,024 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$253K
$228K low$277K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,000 · Jan 10, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,923 (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.$238,100 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$190,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$237,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$238,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.

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

E
John F. McCloskey SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Martin Luther King High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19150These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,821
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15,246 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,448
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,720
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

8539 Forrest Ave 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 75% of homes in Philadelphia 19150
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Philadelphia 19150
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Philadelphia 19150
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Philadelphia 19150

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19150

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

This home
$155K$389K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Philadelphia 19150.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19150

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19150.

Estimated value$252,759
CheaperTypical $217,968Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,164 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,224 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size2,024 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,917 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 8539 Forrest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePhiladelphia 19150Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$252,75975% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21785% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,164 ft²34% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,024 ft²57% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than195096% of homes75% of homes

About 8539 Forrest Ave

How much is 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA is $252,759 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $228,086 to $277,432. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Jan 10, 2006 for $127,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,164 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA built?

8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to John F. McCloskey School (elementary), rated C; Martin Luther King High School (high), rated F. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19150?

Among the 9,019 homes in Philadelphia 19150, it is worth more than 75% of them ($252,759 against a typical $217,968), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($217 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,164 ft² against a typical 1,224 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (2,024 ft² against a typical 1,917 ft²) and it is newer than 96% of them (1950 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 62% 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 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8539 Forrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA was $1,923. The county assessed it at $238,100.

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