1543 Willow Street, Norristown, PA 19401-3337 $210,000

Beds/Baths: 3/1.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,186
Acreage: 0.04
Age:105 years
Style:
Colonial
MLS#: PAMC2157910
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Interior Row/Townhouse

Description

Whether you're a seasoned investor looking for your next project or a first-time buyer ready to roll up your sleeves, this Norristown property offers excellent potential with a promising upside. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom row house in the heart of Norristown offers great bones and tons of potential for the right buyer. The property needs some TLC, making it a perfect opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build sweat equity or find a property that will increase in value with some modernization and a few upgrades. Inside, the home features a traditional layout with a spacious living area, eat-in kitchen, and three well-sized bedrooms. While the property will require updates and repairs—such as cosmetic improvements, possible systems upgrades, and exterior maintenance—the structure appears solid, and the layout provides a strong foundation for transformation. Norristown has a strong rental demand and 1543 offers an excellent opportunity for a fix and flip or buy--and-hold. Please allow 24hrs notice for showings. Seller will make no repairs and the buyer will be responsible for the Norristown Borough U&O.

Taxes: $4,038
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: Norristown Area

Features

Utilities
Baseboard - Electric Heating, Oil, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s) Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Oil, Public Water, Public Sewer, Basement Laundry

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, On Street, Garage - Rear Entry, Detached Garage Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Ceiling Fan(s), Full Basement, Basement Walkout Stairs, Engineered Wood Flooring, Wood Fireplace

Exterior
Flat Roof, Brick Exterior, Stucco Exterior

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Public Elementary (24 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Hancock Elementary School Norristown Area School District 1–4 Norristown 0.28 mi
Gotwals Elementary School Norristown Area School District 1–4 Norristown 0.67 mi
Cole Manor Elementary School Norristown Area School District K–4 Norristown 0.83 mi
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center Norristown Area School District K Norristown 1 mi
Marshall Street Elementary School Norristown Area School District K–4 Norristown 1.63 mi
Whitehall Elementary School Norristown Area School District K–4 Norristown 1.96 mi
Bridgeport Elementary School Upper Merion Area School District K–4 Bridgeport 1.96 mi
Plymouth Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Plymouth Meeting 2.08 mi
Paul V Fly Elementary School Norristown Area School District K–4 Norristown 2.63 mi
Candlebrook Elementary School Upper Merion Area School District K–4 King of Prussia 2.93 mi
Ridge Park Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Conshohocken 2.95 mi
Stony Creek Elementary School Wissahickon School District K–5 Blue Bell 2.95 mi
Caley Elementary School Upper Merion Area School District K–4 King of Prussia 3.27 mi
Gulph Elementary School Upper Merion Area School District K–4 King of Prussia 3.42 mi
Colonial Elementary School Colonial School District 4–5 Plymouth Meeting 3.83 mi
Conshohocken Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Conshohocken 3.85 mi
Blue Bell Elementary School Wissahickon School District K–5 Blue Bell 3.88 mi
Woodland Elementary School Methacton School District K–4 Norristown 3.96 mi
Shady Grove Elementary School Wissahickon School District K–5 Ambler 4.35 mi
Whitemarsh Elementary School Colonial School District K–3 Lafayette Hill 4.53 mi
Roberts Elementary School Upper Merion Area School District K–4 Wayne 4.56 mi
Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School K–12 King of Prussia 4.66 mi
Eagleville Elementary School Methacton School District K–4 Eagleville 4.69 mi
Agora Cyber Charter School Agora Cyber Charter School K–12 King of Prussia 4.73 mi

Public Middle (7 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Eisenhower Middle School Norristown Area School District 5–8 Norristown 0.39 mi
Colonial Middle School Colonial School District 6–8 Plymouth Meeting 1.27 mi
Stewart Middle School Norristown Area School District 5–8 Norristown 1.4 mi
East Norriton Middle School Norristown Area School District 5–8 Norristown 2.01 mi
Upper Merion Middle School Upper Merion Area School District 5–8 King of Prussia 3.23 mi
Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School K–12 King of Prussia 4.66 mi
Agora Cyber Charter School Agora Cyber Charter School K–12 King of Prussia 4.73 mi

Public High (8 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area Norristown Area School District 9–12 Norristown 0.51 mi
Central Montco Technical High School Central Montco Technical High School 9–12 Plymouth Meeting 0.94 mi
Norristown Area High School Norristown Area School District 9–12 Norristown 2.12 mi
Upper Merion High School Upper Merion Area School District 9–12 King of Prussia 3.29 mi
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School Colonial School District 9–12 Plymouth Meeting 3.76 mi
Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School K–12 King of Prussia 4.66 mi
Agora Cyber Charter School Agora Cyber Charter School K–12 King of Prussia 4.73 mi
Methacton High School Methacton School District 9–12 Eagleville 4.95 mi

Private (23 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Capstone Academy Nonsectarian Ungraded East Norriton 0.76 mi
Penn Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–9 East Norriton 1.46 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian K East Norriton 1.75 mi
Jeffersonville Country Day School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Norristown 2.13 mi
Magic Moments For Children Nonsectarian Preschool–K Jeffersonville 2.25 mi
Kindercare Learning Center Nonsectarian Preschool–K King Of Prussia 2.68 mi
Bright Horizons At King Of Prussia Nonsectarian Preschool–K King Of Prussia 2.71 mi
St Helena School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Blue Bell 2.71 mi
Holy Rosary Regional Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Plymouth Meeting 2.87 mi
Martin Luther School Nonsectarian K–8 Plymouth Meeting 3 mi
The Pathway School Nonsectarian 2–12 Norristown 3.01 mi
Visitation Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Trooper 3.15 mi
Plymouth Meeting Friends School Friends Preschool–6 Plymouth Meeting 3.2 mi
For Kids Sake LLC Nonsectarian K King Of Prussia 3.36 mi
Short Stuff And County Inc Nonsectarian Preschool–K Norristown 3.49 mi
Centre Square Montessori Schoolhouse Nonsectarian Preschool–K Blue Bell 3.69 mi
Centre Square Academy Nonsectarian 1–4 Blue Bell 3.69 mi
Goddard School Nonsectarian K King Of Prussia 3.73 mi
Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 King Of Prussia 3.8 mi
Trinity Nursery & Kindergarten Nonsectarian Preschool–K King Of Prussia 3.83 mi
Whitemarsh Montessori Childrens House Nonsectarian Preschool–K Blue Bell 4.21 mi
St Philip Neri Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Lafayette Hill 4.63 mi
Tlc Leadership Academy Nonsectarian 8–12 Audubon 4.87 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Norristown (19401), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 27
  • Average salary of people in this community: $46,885

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 6,839
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.48
  • Households w/ Children: 60%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 7,150 (38.5%)
  • Rented: 9,259 (49.9%)
  • Vacant: 2,161 (11.6%)
  • Total: 18,570

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 41,897
Households: 16,409
Median Age: 35.20

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 6.7%
  • Some High School: 10.5%
  • High School Graduate: 34.1%
  • Some College: 15.3%
  • Associate Degree: 6.2%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 16.3%
  • Graduate Degree: 10.9%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $53,696

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $909
  • One Bedroom: $913
  • Two Bedroom: $1,208
  • Three Bedroom: $1,241
  • Four Bedroom: $1,569

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Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Realty Group , (610) 792-5900, teresekw@gmail.com

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1543 Willow Street, Norristown, PA 19401-3337

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