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$1,349,680$438 / 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 94How 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 $1,320,000 on Dec 31, 2025

8720 PROSPECT AVE

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,078 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
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

$1.3M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,320,000 · Dec 31, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,457 (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.$1,289,300 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$257,860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,031,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$918,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,289,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.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
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

8720 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Philadelphia County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Among the largest lots in Philadelphia County
  • Newer than 69% 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 61% 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$1,349,680
CheaperTypical $1,084,796Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$438
CheaperTypical $394Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area3,078 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 8720 Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePhiladelphia 19118Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,349,68061% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43869% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than3,078 ft²70% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac72% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than192569% of homes51% of homes

About 8720 Prospect Ave

How much is 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA is $1,349,680 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,262,551 to $1,436,809. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Dec 31, 2025 for $1,320,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,078 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA built?

8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

8720 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 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19118?

Among the 2,667 homes in Philadelphia 19118, it is worth more than 61% of them ($1,349,680 against a typical $1,084,796), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($438 against a typical $394), it is bigger than 70% of them (3,078 ft² against a typical 2,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1925 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than almost all 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 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA was $11,457. The county assessed it at $1,289,300.

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