Is there a move-in ready home in Frankford with parking, flexible living space, and buyer-friendly financing? This updated property offers a finished basement with kitchenette, private rear parking, and access to multiple grant and credit programs, delivering both modern comfort and a more accessible path to ownership in Philadelphia. Welcome to this beautifully renovated home on a quiet, tree-lined street in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia. This spacious property opens with a welcoming front porch and flows into a thoughtfully updated interior designed for everyday living. The kitchen features a refrigerator and gas oven and range, along with direct access through sliding doors to an updated rear deck, creating an easy indoor outdoor connection. The upper level includes three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering comfortable and functional living space. The fully finished basement expands the home’s versatility with an additional bedroom, a second full bathroom, and a kitchenette, plus extra room that can be used for storage or a compact dining setup. A walkout basement leads to two private rear parking spaces, adding convenience rarely found at this price point. With a Transit Score of 86, commuting and daily errands are easily accessible. Nearby outdoor spaces include Frankford Stadium, Northwood Park, and Wissinoming Park, providing options for recreation and green space. This property qualifies for CRA financing with 3% down, no PMI, and an interest rate lower than FHA. HWA home warranty through HWA will be included in the sale of the property. Key Bank is offering a 5K credit for this property which can be tied in with the Philly First 10K grant. The 5K credit can be applied toward closing costs or to prepay mortgage, flood/hazard insurance, escrow deposit, real estate taxes, or per diem interest. This home combines modern updates, flexible living space, and valuable buyer incentives in a well-connected Philadelphia location. Schedule your showing today.
Price cut: $1K (9/1)
$249,000
5226 Akron St, Philadelphia, PA 19124
4beds
1,625sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1945
1,511 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basement with kitchenetteWalkout basementWelcoming front porchPrivate rear parkingQuiet tree-lined streetThoughtfully updated interiorThree generously sized bedrooms
- 201 days
- 646
- 89
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Maria Quattrone 215-607-3535,
LPT Realty, LLC 8773662213,
Co-Listing Agent: Tonya M Knight 215-515-4391,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2585110
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,625
- Total interior livable area: 1,625 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,625
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, Other
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 1,511 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 94.00
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 621416500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Frankford
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $153/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $253,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,541
- Date on market: 3/21/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Oven Range-gas
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Price change | $249,000-0.4%$153/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000$154/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Listing removed | $250,000$154/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Price change | $250,000-5.7%$154/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Price change | $265,000-3.6%$163/sqft |
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| 3/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000+19.6%$169/sqft |
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| 6/26/2023 | Sold | $230,000$142/sqft |
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| 6/20/2023 | Pending sale | $230,000+5.5%$142/sqft |
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| 5/25/2023 | Contingent | $218,000$134/sqft |
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| 5/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $218,000+331.7%$134/sqft |
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| 7/2/2015 | Sold | $50,500-11.4%$31/sqft |
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| 3/18/2006 | Sold | $57,000$35/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,541 +85.6% | $253,000 +85.6% |
| 2024 | $1,908 | $136,300 |
| 2023 | $1,908 +42.3% | $136,300 |
| 2022 | $1,341 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,341 +4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,286 +1% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,274 -0.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,277 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,277 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,277 +4.5% | $91,200 +664.1% |
| 2012 | $1,222 | $11,936 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,936 |
| 2010 | -- | $11,936 |
| 2009 | -- | $11,936 |
| 2008 | -- | $11,936 |
| 2007 | -- | $11,936 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $11,104 |
| 2005 | -- | $11,104 |
| 2004 | -- | $11,104 |
| 2003 | -- | $11,104 |
| 2002 | -- | $11,104 |
| 2000 | -- | $11,104 |
| 1999 | -- | $11,104 |
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Neighborhood: Frankford
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.








