Rare and special opportunity. Lovingly lived in and fabulously enlarged and updated by original owner, this 4 bedroom 3 full bath 2 story colonial home is nestled in an ideal section of a lovely residential neighborhood. Purchased brand new in 1966, this is the first time this home has ever been on the market. The main floor includes formal living and dining rooms, an updated kitchen, large family room with wood burning fireplace w/ handsome stone surround, a bonus great room addition off family room with access to covered rear patio and opposite side yard, a laundry room off kitchen with access to full bath with shower stall, door to rear yard and a door to attached 1 car garage. Upper level features primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet, 3 additional spacious bedrooms and a hall bath with shower over tub. Lower level is a full unfinished basement with sump pump and pit already installed and newer gas forced air unit and hot water heater. Hardwood floors throughout the home have been protected by carpeting since built in 1966. Eat-in kitchen was updated with all wood cabinetry, Corian counters and side-by-side fridge with matching panels. More recent upgrades include new induction range and built-in microwave oven. Exterior of home is in excellent condition and features covered rear patio, level rear yard, concrete walkway from garage and tasteful hardscaped flower beds. Other amenities include central A/C, security system, ceiling fans, recessed lighting and replacement windows throughout. Homes in this area rarely come on the market. Hurry to take advantage of this estate situation.
For sale
$499,000
13039 Richwood Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19116
4beds
2,340sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
5,940 Square Feet Lot
$534,000 Zestimate®
$213/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tasteful hardscaped flower bedsLevel rear yardLaundry room off kitchenRecessed lightingSecurity systemReplacement windows throughoutCeiling fans
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2026 at 01:25pm
Listed by:
Bill Cook 610-405-1942,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford 6106494500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2597896
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Great Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood, Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic - Access Panel, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 12
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Main
Basement
- Features: Basement - Unfinished
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Family room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Carpet, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 18
Foyer
- Level: Main
Great room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 10
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 18
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile/Brick, Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Sump Pump,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Mantel(s), Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,340
- Total interior livable area: 2,340 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,340
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Inside Entrance, Storage, Driveway, Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,940 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60.00 x 99.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 583152900
- Zoning: RSD3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Somerton
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $213/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $478,800
- Annual tax amount: $6,702
- Date on market: 3/31/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: All Items Currently In Home And At Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$534,000
$497,000 - $571,000
$2,643/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+2222%$213/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2597896 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/1966 | Sold | $21,490$9/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,702 +19.7% | $478,800 +19.7% |
| 2024 | $5,601 | $400,100 |
| 2023 | $5,601 +16.8% | $400,100 |
| 2022 | $4,794 | -- |
| 2021 | $4,794 +4.4% | -- |
| 2018 | $4,591 +13.9% | -- |
| 2017 | $4,031 -0.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $4,036 | -- |
| 2015 | $4,036 | -- |
| 2014 | $4,036 +4.5% | $318,300 +701.5% |
| 2012 | $3,863 | $39,712 |
| 2011 | -- | $39,712 |
| 2010 | -- | $39,712 |
| 2009 | -- | $39,712 |
| 2008 | -- | $39,712 |
| 2007 | -- | $39,712 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $36,928 |
| 2005 | -- | $36,928 |
| 2004 | -- | $36,928 +6% |
| 2003 | -- | $34,848 +6.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $32,736 +4.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $31,200 |
| 1999 | -- | $31,200 |
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Est. payment
$2,819/mo
Principal & interest
$2428
Property taxes
$391
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Somerton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Comly Watson SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10C.C.A. Baldi Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 2/10Washington George High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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