Price Improvement! Welcome to 5026 Locust Street, where timeless character, generous living space, and an unbeatable location come together to create an incredible opportunity. This spacious twin offers the perfect canvas for a buyer looking to add their own personal style while enjoying a home with exceptional bones and thoughtful design. Relax on the welcoming front porch before stepping inside to soaring coffered ceilings with recessed smart lighting and an expansive open-concept first floor. The seamless flow between the living room, dining room, and beautifully appointed kitchen makes everyday living effortless while providing the perfect setting for entertaining family and friends. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a large center island, stainless steel appliances, a tiled backsplash, pendant lighting, and a generous pantry closet. Just beyond, you'll find the convenience of a main-level laundry room, mudroom, and powder room. Outside, enjoy a private fenced backyard—ideal for grilling, gardening, pets, or simply unwinding after a long day. Upstairs, the second floor offers three spacious bedrooms with ample closet space, a large hall bath, and a bright primary suite complete with a sun-filled bay window, soaring ceilings, excellent closet space, and an ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower. Located in the vibrant Walnut Hill neighborhood, you'll enjoy easy access to the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, University City, CHOP, Penn Medicine, and the bustling shops and restaurants along Baltimore Avenue and Clark Park. Multiple SEPTA trolley and bus lines are just moments away, making Center City and the surrounding neighborhoods easily accessible. Whether you're commuting, studying, or simply enjoying everything Philadelphia has to offer, this location puts you in the center of it all. Offering tremendous square footage, a functional layout, and a location that's difficult to beat, this home represents an outstanding value in today's market. With just a few cosmetic updates to make it your own, you'll have the opportunity to build instant equity while creating a home that perfectly reflects your personal style. Come see the potential for yourself—you won't want to miss this one.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (7/2)
$344,900
5026 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
1,760sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
1,615 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful granite countertopsCustom cabinetryFriendly front porchMain level laundryLarge islandHigh ceilingsTiled backsplash
- 32 days |
- 500 |
- 27 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michele Palumbo 484-645-1905,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: Tcs Group, Co-Listing Team: Tcs Group,Co-Listing Agent: Morgan Harrington 215-776-0515,
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2621188
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,760
- Total interior livable area: 1,760 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,760
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,615 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 85.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 602080800
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry, Concrete
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Walnut Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $123,785
- Annual tax amount: $1,732
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: Ac Units, Two White Kitchen Stools
- Exclusions: Blue Smeg Refrigerator
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $344,900-1.4%$196/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900-1.4%$199/sqft |
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| 2/3/2026 | Listing removed | $354,900$202/sqft |
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| 12/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $354,900+26.8%$202/sqft |
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| 6/1/2016 | Sold | $280,000+180%$159/sqft |
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| 8/10/2015 | Sold | $100,000+133.1%$57/sqft |
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| 9/21/2000 | Sold | $42,900+125.8%$24/sqft |
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| 8/1/2000 | Sold | $19,000$11/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,925 +193.5% | $351,800 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $1,678 | $340,500 |
| 2023 | $1,678 +40.1% | $340,500 |
| 2022 | $1,198 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,198 -67.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,694 +206.1% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,207 -2.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,235 -61% | -- |
| 2015 | $3,165 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,165 +167.8% | $88,200 +667.8% |
| 2012 | $1,182 | $11,488 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,488 |
| 2010 | -- | $11,488 |
| 2009 | -- | $11,488 |
| 2008 | -- | $11,488 |
| 2007 | -- | $11,488 |
| 2006 | -- | $11,488 |
| 2005 | -- | $11,488 +13.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $10,144 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $9,216 +9.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $8,416 +5.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $8,000 |
| 1999 | -- | $8,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Walnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lea Henry C SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lea
- Middle: Sayre
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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