Exceptional development opportunity in Philadelphia offering vacant land with speculative conceptual plans illustrating the potential for a modern townhome community. Existing architectural concepts showcase one possible vision featuring approximately 16 three-story townhomes with dedicated off-street parking, providing an exciting opportunity for builders, developers, and investors seeking their next residential project. Conveniently located with access to nearby neighborhood amenities, major roadways, shopping, dining, and public transportation, the property offers strong potential in a growing urban market. The property is being sold as vacant land. All architectural drawings, renderings, floor plans, site layouts, and development concepts are provided solely for illustrative and marketing purposes and have not been verified for zoning compliance, permitting, engineering feasibility, or construction approval. Buyers are solely responsible for conducting their own due diligence regarding zoning, land use, utilities, subdivision requirements, permitting, approvals, and all aspects of development potential. Seller makes no representation or warranty that the illustrated concept, or any similar project, can be constructed as shown.
Lot/land
$275,000
5139 Rubicam St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
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0.65Acres
Unimproved Land
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0.65 Acres Lot
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What's special
- 31 days
- 57
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Elan Elkaim 215-960-9537,
Keller Williams Main Line 6105200100
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2656486
Facts & features
Property
Lot
- Size: 0.65 Acres
- Dimensions: 174.00 x 162.00
Details
- Parcel number: 121197200
- Zoning: RSA2
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $104,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,455
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,453/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000+978.4% |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2656486 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2017 | Sold | $25,500 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,004 +31.8% | $214,600 +31.8% |
| 2024 | $2,279 | $162,800 |
| 2023 | $2,279 +15.1% | $162,800 |
| 2022 | $1,981 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,981 | -- |
| 2018 | $1,981 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,981 | -- |
| 2016 | $1,981 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,981 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,981 -10.3% | $164,800 +1616.7% |
| 2012 | $2,208 | $9,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $9,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $9,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Wister
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Germantown
- 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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