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Last sold for $64,400 on Aug 7, 2003

8838 COTTAGE ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136
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.
2,230 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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$64,400 · Aug 7, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,801 (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.$368,700 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,740
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$294,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$343,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$368,700

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
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)
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

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 SchoolB
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

8838 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.

  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Upper Holmesburg
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Upper Holmesburg

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19136

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

Living area1,890 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,204 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size2,230 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 8838 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUpper HolmesburgPhiladelphia 19136Philadelphia County
Living areabigger than1,890 ft²94% of homes94% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,230 ft²69% of homes70% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196795% of homes94% of homes87% of homes

About 8838 Cottage St

When did 8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Aug 7, 2003 for $64,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA?

8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA has 2 bathrooms, 1,890 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA built?

8838 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 8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA?

8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Abraham Lincoln High School (high), rated D+; Thomas Holme School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19136?

Among the 10,516 homes in Philadelphia 19136, it is bigger than 94% of them (1,890 ft² against a typical 1,204 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2,230 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²) and it is newer than 94% of them (1967 against a typical 1953). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8838 Cottage St, Philadelphia, PA was $4,801. The county assessed it at $368,700.

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