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1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 — Sold $160,000 by Craig Lerch
1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149
Another pre-probate listing closed by Craig Lerch in Philadelphia County, PA. Good work.
1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149
Final sold price
SOLD$160,000
What sold at 1038 E Howell St, and for how much?
1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 sold for $160,000 on May 19, 2026. The listing was handled by Craig Lerch of EXP Realty, LLC. The property is a residential, 2 bed, 1 bath, 928 sq ft, built in 1950. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Philadelphia County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $160,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 2 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 928 sq ft |
| Year built | 1950 |
| County | Philadelphia County, PA |
| Listing agent | Craig Lerch, EXP Realty, LLC |
| APN | 35-2-1288-00 |
| MLS # | PAPH2601368 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia PA 19149
Property profile
- Address
- 1038 E Howell St
- City / state / ZIP
- Philadelphia, PA, 19149
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Row house (Residential)
- Beds / baths
- 2 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1950
- APN
- 35-2-1288-00
Mailing address
1038 Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 02/28/2026
- Assessed value
- $156,500
- MLS #
- PAPH2601368
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$172Calculated from a 928 sq ft building and $160,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value102%Sold price was 102% of the $156,500 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale80Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio82%Building footprint covers about 82% of the 1,128 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Craig Lerch of EXP Realty, LLC listed 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia PA 19149 in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania on behalf of the successors, and Engel & Volkers represented Engel & Volkers on the buy side. They got an inherited property through pre-probate to a clean close. The home closed at $160,000. At LeadCruncher, we work with the agents who close these sales, and we want to help you find your next pre-probate lead.
- Craig Lerch, EXP Realty, LLC
- Engel & Volkers
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 sell for?
1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 sold for $160,000 on 05/19/2026.
When did 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 sell?
The transfer of 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 was recorded on in Philadelphia County, PA.
Who sold 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149?
1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 was listed by Craig Lerch, EXP Realty, LLC.
Who represented the buyer of 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149?
The buyer of 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 was represented by Engel & Volkers.
What kind of property is 1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149?
1038 E Howell St, Philadelphia, PA 19149 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Row house (Residential). The record lists 2 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1950.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Philadelphia?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Philadelphia County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by PA and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Independent sources for anything on this page. The Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania recorder is the system of record for the deed; the links below explain the pre-probate process around it.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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