$385,000
12748 Minden Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154

About this home

This beautifully maintained Parkwood row home is hitting the market and has been lovingly cared for by the same owners for over 20 years. From the moment you walk in, you’ll notice the Westridge solid hardwood flooring throughout the first floor, along with crown molding featured in every room of the home *details that truly set this property apart. The bright and inviting living room features a ceiling fan and a stunning bay window that fills the space with natural light. A unique highlight of this home is the opened staircase design, allowing access to both the dining room and living room, a layout not commonly found in most homes! The fully renovated eat-in kitchen offers quartz countertops, white cabinetry, gas cooking, a pantry, and a center island with seating. Sliding glass doors with built-in shades lead from the dining room to a brand-new wood deck (2024), perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, you’ll find an oversized primary bedroom with his and her closet space, along with two additional generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom completed in 2020. The fully finished basement provides additional living space with ceramic tile flooring, an electric fireplace, an updated powder room, a separate laundry area, ample storage, and access to the fenced-in backyard. Out front, enjoy a charming entrance area that adds to the home’s curb appeal. Additional major updates include a hot water heater (2023), HVAC system (2017), updated windows throughout, and central air for year-round comfort. This home truly reflects pride of ownership with thoughtful updates throughout! Don’t miss your opportunity to make it yours! Professional Photos coming soon!


3 bed
1.5 bath
1,360 sqft
0.04 acres
Townhouse
Built 1962
A/C
Fireplace
Your payment
$1,484/mo at 2.75%
You save $4,845/year compared to a new mortgage.

VA loan: $195,697 at 2.75%
Gap loan: $0
Payment details
Home price
$385,000

Down payment
$189,302

Total loan (2.75%)
$195,697
VA loan (2.75%)
$195,697
Gap loan (7.13%)
$0

Term
24 yrs 4 mo

Tax rate

× $385,000 = $5,390/yr

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Fees
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Electricity
Internet
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FAQ

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To qualify, you must meet the current FHA, VA, or USDA loan requirements depending on the type of loan you are assuming. This typically means a minimum credit score of 580, although most lenders prefer 620-640. Your debt-to-income ratio should be under the 50% max under FHA guidelines. Additional information such as employment history, explanations of income for each applicant, and asset verification for a down payment may be needed to process the loan.

An assumable mortgage is a type of home loan that allows a homebuyer to take over the existing mortgage terms from the seller, with no cost to the seller. Many government-backed loans, such as FHA and VA loans, are eligible for assumption, and millions of these mortgages are available.

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When assuming the existing mortgage as part of a home purchase, the buyer has to cover the seller’s equity in the home. The seller’s equity is the purchase price minus the remaining mortgage balance. This amount must be covered in full through an all-cash down payment or by taking out a second mortgage.

Yes. Non-veterans can assume a VA loan, provided they meet the lender’s VA criteria. When a qualified buyer assumes a VA mortgage from a veteran or active-duty service member, the seller’s VA loan entitlement remains tied to the assumed loan until the buyer pays off or refinances the loan. This process restores the veteran seller’s entitlement, enabling them to use their VA benefit for a future home purchase.

Yes. All FHA loans are assumable by law as long as the buyer meets the FHA’s credit, income, and qualification requirements and obtain lender approval before assuming the loan (per FHA regulations effected December 15, 1989). Roam makes this process simple for buyers.

Generally, conventional loans are not assumable. In rare cases, a conventional loan may be assumable with lender approval. Use our search tool to find homes with assumable low-rate loans, or reach out to us if you’d like to confirm a specific home’s assumability.

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Last updated: Apr 29, 2026 05:18 pm
Listing agent: Jennifer M Curran (215) 745-7000
Listing provided courtesy of: RE/MAX One Realty, (215) 745-7000
Details provided by BRIGHT and may not match the public record.
MLS ID: #PAPH2612020
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