For sale

Price cut: $9.9K (9/9)

$255,000

5039 N Smedley St, Philadelphia, PA 19141

3beds

1,200sqft

$1,641/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1915

1,344 Square Feet Lot

$253,500 Zestimate^®

$213/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Clean unfinished basementWell kept blockNew hvac systemAll natural lightAmple street parkingFree flowing open conceptFront porch

Updated and fully permitted 3 bedroom, 1 and a half bathroom home now available! Upon arrival, you'll notice a well kept block, front porch and ample street parking on the exterior. From there, a free flowing open concept boasting all natural light, half bathroom, modern kitchen, dining and living room combination on the main level. Next, 3 bedrooms, full bathroom and tons of closet space upstairs. And finally, a clean unfinished basement and spacious rear patio perfect for entertaining friends and family! Could it get any better? It does! This home also has a new HVAC system, plumbing, electric and appliances throughout. In addition, it's near Lassalle U, public transportation and major transit making the commute a breeze so make your appointment today before it's too late!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Cooktop, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Windows: Replacement
Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,200
Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,200
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
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 1,344 Square Feet
Dimensions: 16.00 x 84.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 172156200
Zoning: RSA3
Zoning description: Single family.
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Flat,Rubber

Condition

Very Good
New construction: No
Year built: 1915
Major remodel year: 2026

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Wister

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $213/sqft
Tax assessed value: $146,700
Annual tax amount: $2,053
Date on market: 8/25/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Private Financing Available,VA Loan,FHA
Inclusions: Current Appliances.
Exclusions: Negotiable.
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$253,500

$241,000 - $266,000

$1,685/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/9/2026	Price change	$255,000-3.7%$213/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2663452 Report a problem
8/26/2026	Listed for sale	$264,900+164.9%$221/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2663452 Report a problem
5/21/2026	Sold	$100,000-13%$83/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2615206 Report a problem
5/6/2026	Pending sale	$115,000$96/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2615206 Report a problem
5/5/2026	Listed for sale	$115,000$96/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2615206 Report a problem
4/20/2017	Listing removed	$800$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem
4/13/2017	Listed for rent	$800$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem
3/7/2017	Listing removed	$800$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem
3/1/2017	Listed for rent	$800$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,033 +30.7%	$145,200 +30.7%
2024	$1,555	$111,100
2023	$1,555 +25.5%	$111,100
2022	$1,239	--
2021	$1,239 -4.2%	--
2018	$1,293	--
2017	$1,293 -15.8%	--
2016	$1,537	--
2015	$1,537	--
2014	$1,537 +4.5%	$109,800 +1036.2%
2012	$1,471	$9,664
2011	--	$9,664
2010	--	$9,664
2009	--	$9,664
2008	--	$9,664
2007	--	$9,664
2006	--	$9,664
2005	--	$9,664
2004	--	$9,664 +15.3%
2003	--	$8,384 +4.4%
2002	--	$8,032
2000	--	$8,032 +15.7%
1999	--	$6,944