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$981,579$437 / 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 93How 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 $902,500 on Oct 3, 2022

8717 PROSPECT AVE

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,244 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$982K
$916K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$902,500 · Oct 3, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,573 (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.$931,500 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$186,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$745,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$898,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$931,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Open
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(6)

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
Jenks Academy for the Arts and SciencesC
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Roxborough High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19118These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,155
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,819 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,703
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$179,529
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

8717 Prospect 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 98% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Among the largest lots in Philadelphia County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Philadelphia 19118

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19118

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

This home
$237K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Philadelphia 19118.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19118.

Estimated value$981,579
CheaperTypical $1,084,796Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$437
CheaperTypical $394Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area2,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 8717 Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePhiladelphia 19118Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$981,57944% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43769% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than2,244 ft²49% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac72% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than193672% of homes58% of homes

About 8717 Prospect Ave

How much is 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA is $981,579 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $915,624 to $1,047,535. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Oct 3, 2022 for $902,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,244 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA built?

8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences (elementary), rated C; Roxborough 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 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19118?

Among the 2,667 homes in Philadelphia 19118, it is worth more than 44% of them ($981,579 against a typical $1,084,796), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($437 against a typical $394), it is bigger than 49% of them (2,244 ft² against a typical 2,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1936 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 98% 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 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8717 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA was $12,573. The county assessed it at $931,500.

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