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  • $425,000

    1831 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

    6beds
    --baths
    2,475sqft
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1915
    -- sqft lot
    $519,800 Zestimate®
    $172/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This property is legally zoned three unit building with active rental licenses located in Dickinson Narrows, South Philadelphia, close to the neighborhoods of East Passyunk, Moyamensing & Pennsport. This property is adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridors and surrounded by residential & multi-unit development and major infrastructure projects. This triplex is three large 2 bedroom/1 bathroom units through the 3 story structure, with a backyard and common easement. Enter into the vestibule and find a hallway with a door that leads to the first floor unit with access to the backyard. The second floor unit is not self-contained providing a value-add upside play to convert into two studios bringing the total unit count to 4 or more units. There are 4 gas meters (1 house), brand new 240 electrical service and heads, 3 water heaters, and 1 heating furnace. Common heat is currently configured for the building but switching to in-unit baseboard electric would be wise and economical. Cosmetic upgrades throughout building, with in-unit washer/dryer on third floor unit. If you are looking to house hack, an apartment unit can be made available to you. All units are currently occupied grossly below market rates 1) $950, 2) $1,100, 3) $1,200 (prior lease $1,400). Within short distance from this property lies East Passyunk Ave, which holds over 160 independent businesses and retail locations, ranging from multicutltural cuisines, entertainment, bars, shopping, retail, the arts, and many other amenities. East Passyunk is home to James Beard International food award recipients and is one of Food & Wine Magazine's Top 10 Foodie Destinations in the country. Dickinson Narrows also is adjacent to the Riverwards along the Delaware River, with many amenities and festivities for families and residents of all ages. Owner is a licensed PA agent/reatlor.
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ben Finelli 267-853-8823,

    RE/MAX Ready (610) 828-6300

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2434530MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,950
      • Total interior livable area: 2,475 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: None
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,060 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16.00 x 66.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 011453000
      • Zoning: RM1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: Straight Thru,Traditional
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Slab
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1915

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $172/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $373,900
      • Annual tax amount: $5,233
      • Date on market: 1/12/2025
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $519,800

        $463,000 - $587,000

        $1,579/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/25/2025Price change$425,000-5.5%$172/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434530 Report a problem
        8/11/2025Price change$449,900-5.3%$182/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434530 Report a problem
        1/12/2025Listed for sale$475,000+53.3%$192/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2434530 Report a problem
        3/24/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        12/30/2017Listing removed$950
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        12/3/2017Listed for rent$950+15.2%
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/27/2017Listing removed$309,900$125/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Forrester Real Estate #7058469 Report a problem
        9/14/2017Listed for sale$309,900+14.8%$125/sqft
        Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut #7052860 Report a problem
        12/19/2016Listing removed$269,900$109/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Forrester Real Estate #6772060 Report a problem
        10/11/2016Price change$269,900-3.6%$109/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Forrester Real Estate #6772060 Report a problem
        4/18/2016Listed for sale$280,000-5.1%$113/sqft
        Source: Century 21 Forrester Real Estate #6772060 Report a problem
        3/30/2016Listing removed$825-7.8%
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/21/2016Listed for rent$895
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        1/25/2016Listing removed$295,000$119/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster-Philadelphia #6605699 Report a problem
        7/8/2015Listed for sale$295,000$119/sqft
        Source: Long & Foster-Philadelphia #6605699 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Dickinson Narrows

        Getting around

        89 / 100
        Very Walkable
        64 / 100
        Good Transit
        87 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Philadelphia City

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