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$265,000

5 Willig Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

2beds

966sqft

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Townhouse

Built in 1920

875 Square Feet Lot

$296,600 Zestimate^®

$274/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Available for the first time in 40 years, this Fishtown property is the ultimate blank canvas for an investor, contractor, or handy buyer. With recent block sales in the high $300k range, this is a prime opportunity to renovate and build major equity. The first floor offers a living room, dining area, kitchen, and an enclosed rear storage shed leading to a cozy backyard. Upstairs features two bedrooms and one bath. A full, unfinished basement provides great space for a workshop and laundry. Location, potential, and value—bring your contractor and your imagination! With daycares, boutique shopping, public transportation, and top-tier dining right at your doorstep, this home offers the quintessential city lifestyle without sacrificing peace and privacy. Property is being sold as-is.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 966
Total interior livable area: 966 sqft
Finished area above ground: 966
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 875 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14.00 x 64.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 181145900
Zoning: RSA5
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Straight Thru
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Other

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Fishtown

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $274/sqft
Tax assessed value: $316,600
Annual tax amount: $4,431
Date on market: 7/15/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$296,600

$246,000 - $344,000

$2,170/mo

Price history

Price history is unavailable.

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,432 +26.1%	$316,600 +26.1%
2024	$3,514	$251,000
2023	$3,514 +21.5%	$251,000
2022	$2,891	--
2021	$2,891 +7.7%	--
2018	$2,683 +31.6%	--
2017	$2,039 +35.2%	--
2016	$1,508	--
2015	$1,508	--
2014	$1,508	$130,600 +1666.8%
2012	--	$7,392
2011	--	$7,392
2010	--	$7,392
2009	--	$7,392
2008	--	$7,392
2007	--	$7,392 +7.4%
2006	--	$6,880
2005	--	$6,880
2004	--	$6,880
2003	--	$6,880
2002	--	$6,880
2000	--	$6,880 +34.4%
1999	--	$5,120

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