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$325,243$172 / 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 95How 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 $300,000 on Dec 2, 2021

8836 COTTAGE ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,890 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.
2,222 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$325K
$309K low$341K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Dec 2, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,813 (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.$368,600 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$294,880
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$343,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$368,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Abraham Lincoln High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
Thomas Holme SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19136These 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.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.39,110
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,076 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,782
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,911
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

8836 Cottage 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 91% of homes in Philadelphia 19136
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Upper Holmesburg
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Upper Holmesburg
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Upper Holmesburg

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19136

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

This home
$135K$474K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Philadelphia 19136.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19136

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19136.

Estimated value$325,243
CheaperTypical $233,678Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,890 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,204 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size2,222 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 8836 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUpper HolmesburgPhiladelphia 19136Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$325,24389% of homes91% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1725% of homes26% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,890 ft²94% of homes94% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,222 ft²69% of homes70% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than196795% of homes94% of homes88% of homes

About 8836 Cottage St

How much is 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA is $325,243 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $309,008 to $341,478. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Dec 2, 2021 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA?

8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,890 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA built?

8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA?

8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Abraham Lincoln High School (high), rated D-; Thomas Holme School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19136?

Among the 10,516 homes in Philadelphia 19136, it is worth more than 91% of them ($325,243 against a typical $233,678), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($172 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 94% of them (1,890 ft² against a typical 1,204 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2,222 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²) and it is newer than 94% of them (1967 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 75% 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 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8836 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA was $4,813. The county assessed it at $368,600.

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