Under contract

$184,900

5215 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

5beds

2,260sqft

Townhouse

Built in 1915

1,552 Square Feet Lot

$180,500 Zestimate^®

$82/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Three-story brick row homeGenerously sized eat-in kitchenCovered front porchThree well-proportioned bedroomsTwo additional bedroomsFull hall bathroom

Spacious and full of potential, this three-story brick row home offers over 2,260 sq. ft. of living space and classic Philadelphia charm. The first floor welcomes you with an open-concept living and dining area that flows seamlessly into a generously sized eat-in kitchen—perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. The second level features three well-proportioned bedrooms and a full hall bathroom, while the third floor adds two additional bedrooms and a second full bath—ideal for larger households or flexible living arrangements. A covered front porch provides a cozy space to relax, and the convenient location puts transit, shopping, and everyday amenities within easy reach.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room

Primary bedroom

Level: Unspecified

Dining room

Level: Unspecified

Family room

Level: Unspecified

Kitchen

Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Level: Main
Area: 0 Square Feet
Dimensions: 0 X 0

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 0 Square Feet
Dimensions: 0 X 0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Lower Level

Features

Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,260
Total interior livable area: 2,260 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,260
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Three
Stories: 3
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,552 Square Feet
Dimensions: 16.00 x 97.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 511272700
Zoning: RSA5
Special conditions: Real Estate Owned

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Stone

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1915

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Philadelphia (west)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $82/sqft
Tax assessed value: $422,200
Annual tax amount: $5,909
Date on market: 1/27/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

Foreclosure details

Estimated market value

$180,500

$171,000 - $190,000

$2,223/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/23/2019	Listing removed	$1,900$1/sqft
Source: Franklin Residential Report a problem
9/10/2019	Price change	$1,900-2.6%$1/sqft
Source: Franklin Residential Report a problem
8/13/2019	Listed for rent	$1,950+8.3%$1/sqft
Source: Franklin Residential Report a problem
8/2/2017	Listing removed	$1,800$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/13/2017	Price change	$1,800+2.9%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/12/2017	Listed for rent	$1,750-7.9%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
1/5/2015	Listing removed	$1,900$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
1/1/2015	Listed for rent	$1,900$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
2/16/2012	Sold	$31,000-22.3%$14/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/21/2011	Price change	$39,900-16%$18/sqft
Source: Homepath #5950396 Report a problem
11/22/2011	Price change	$47,500-20.7%$21/sqft
Source: Mercury Property Management #5950396 Report a problem
10/23/2011	Price change	$59,900-14.3%$27/sqft
Source: Mercury Property Management #5950396 Report a problem
9/21/2011	Listed for sale	$69,900+39.8%$31/sqft
Source: Fannie Mae #5950396 Report a problem
8/3/2010	Sold	$50,000-70.5%$22/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/20/2008	Listing removed	$169,500$75/sqft
Source: VLS Homes Report a problem
4/5/2008	Listed for sale	$169,500+5.9%$75/sqft
Source: VLS Homes Report a problem
7/27/2006	Sold	$160,000+166.7%$71/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/7/1999	Sold	$60,000+300%$27/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/18/1998	Sold	$15,000+105.5%$7/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/5/1998	Sold	$7,300$3/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,910 +25%	$422,200 +25%
2024	$4,727	$337,700
2023	$4,727 +171.2%	$337,700
2022	$1,743	--
2021	$1,743 +8.4%	--
2018	$1,608	--
2017	$1,608 +132.1%	--
2016	$693	--
2015	$693	--
2014	$693 +4.5%	$49,500 +511.4%
2012	$663	$8,096
2011	--	$8,096
2010	--	$8,096
2009	--	$8,096
2008	--	$8,096
2007	--	$8,096 +7.7%
2006	--	$7,520
2005	--	$7,520
2004	--	$7,520
2003	--	$7,520 +17.5%
2002	--	$6,400
2000	--	$6,400
1999	--	$6,400