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Sold for $432,000
  • $432,000

    5019 Portico St, Philadelphia, PA 19144

    3beds
    1,550sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1920
    1,638 Square Feet Lot
    $381,200 Zestimate®
    $279/sqft
    $1,774 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $381,200

    $351,000 - $416,000

    $1,774/mo

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    What's special

    Detached garagePrivate yardLandscaped front yardNew joistsSleek swiss madison toiletSoaring accordion doorsGorgeous italian marble countertops
    Showings Start on 10/1 Welcome to a home that’s anything but ordinary! Nestled in the heart of historic Germantown, this show-stopping 3 bedroom masterpiece with detached garage and studio that redefines urban living with a bold, artistic flair with its Southwestern Mid-century modern style. Imagine stepping into a space where every detail is thoughtfully crafted, blending modern sophistication with creative soul. From the moment you arrive, the landscaped front yard and inviting porch set the tone for a home that’s full of character. Inside, floodlit living spaces boasts a reclaimed wood floating shelfs and a nook that was pre-wired for a gas fireplace, ready for those cozy evenings. The powder room is outfitted with a floating concrete sink, cedar wood walls, skylight, and stone floors. The kitchen is a visual delight with sleek concrete floors, premium Samsung appliances, gorgeous Italian marble countertops and back splash, floating shelves, and dreamy milk glass globe pendants. But the real magic happens in the rear dining area, with a custom hand built dining table crafted from the original beams in the home, a vegan leather booth, and soaring accordion doors that fold away to seamlessly connecting to your private yard perfect for entertaining or relaxing in style. Upstairs, find three bedrooms designed with a dramatic touch, especially the rear bedroom with its curved wall and French doors opening onto the backyard oasis. The full bathroom is an oasis, with the floating concrete sink, heated floors, a sleek Swiss Madison toilet, and a seamless open shower with curved walls that invites you to unwind. The middle bedroom has been transformed into a massive walk-in closet and laundry room, with an easy return option back to a 3rd bedroom. Thats not all, because you still have the detached garage with a optional second parking spot in the driveway, PLUS an artsy workspace featuring salvaged barn wood floors, new joists, and a charming old wood stove perfect for your creative projects or a home office. The roof deck above the garage is the perfect area to enertain and enjoy evenings. Notable items include, completely renovated in 2022, including a new roof (2023), black Andersen windows, Ecobee thermastat & Simplisafe alarm, solid oak floors, new sewer latteral (2023) and a full-house water filter and tankless on demand water heater. All this in a vibrantly historic neighborhood just steps from Germantown Ave. This isn’t just a house, it's a statement. A one-of-a-kind space where artistry meets lifestyle.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Lara Ertwine 215-460-4119,

    SERHANT PENNSYLVANIA LLC

    Bought with:

    Jeremy Burns, RS323204

    Space & Company

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2539880MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Radiant, Forced Air, Wood Stove, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Studio, Built-in Features, Recessed Lighting
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Concrete, Wood
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Full,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,550
    • Total interior livable area: 1,550 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,550
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Storage, Basement, Garage Faces Rear, Other, Detached, Driveway, Alley Access
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 1
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1,638 sqft
    • Dimensions: 14.00 x 117.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 123135300
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Straight Thru
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry
    • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1920
    • Major remodel year: 2022

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Construction elements: Reclaimed Wood, Salvaged Materials

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Germantown
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/14/2025Sold$432,000+15.2%$279/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2539880 Report a problem
    10/9/2025Pending sale$375,000$242/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2539880 Report a problem
    9/25/2025Listed for sale$375,000+200%$242/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2539880 Report a problem
    3/11/2022Sold$125,000$81/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/6/2021Contingent$125,000$81/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #1003269058 Report a problem
    12/18/2020Pending sale$125,000$81/sqft
    Source: Messa Real Estate & Insurance #1003269058 Report a problem
    12/18/2020Contingent$125,000$81/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #1003269058 Report a problem
    1/31/2020Listed for sale$125,000+2%$81/sqft
    Source: Messa Real Estate & Insurance #1003269058 Report a problem
    5/13/2019Listing removed$122,500$79/sqft
    Source: Messa Real Estate & Insurance #1003269058 Report a problem
    10/3/2018Price change$122,500-3.9%$79/sqft
    Source: Messa Real Estate & Insurance #1003269058 Report a problem
    9/10/2018Listed for sale$127,500$82/sqft
    Source: Messa Real Estate & Insurance #1003269058 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,562 +64%$183,000 +64%
    2024$1,562 $111,600
    2023$1,562 +22.9%$111,600
    2022$1,271 --
    2021$1,271 -4.2%--
    2018$1,327 --
    2017$1,327 +44.5%--
    2016$918 --
    2015$918 --
    2014$918 -19.9%$85,500 +1509.6%
    2012$1,146 $5,312
    2011-- $5,312
    2010-- $5,312
    2009-- $5,312 +19.4%
    2008-- $4,448
    2007-- $4,448 +7.8%
    2006-- $4,128
    2005-- $4,128
    2004-- $4,128 +10.3%
    2003-- $3,744 -12%
    2002-- $4,256 +9.9%
    2000-- $3,872 +11%
    1999-- $3,488

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Germantown Southwest

    Nearby schools

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    • District: Philadelphia City

    Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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