Welcome to 5234 Morris Street in Philadelphia’s historic Germantown neighborhood, where deep roots, historic architecture, and renewed investment are shaping an exciting new chapter for the community. Situated on the largest residential lot on the block at approximately 45' x 120', the property offers a rare combination of scale, outdoor space, and potential. The deep house is complemented by an oversized side and rear yard, along with an existing curb cut that adds flexibility for future use. Inside, the home retains an abundance of original character, including rich, deep-brown hardwood floors, substantial original moldings, generously sized bedrooms, and a beautiful central staircase. While the property has experienced deferred maintenance and requires work, these architectural details provide a strong foundation for someone looking to restore and reimagine a substantial Germantown home. Germantown continues to experience meaningful neighborhood investment and renewed local activity. Parks, neighborhood businesses, SEPTA transportation, and the area's wealth of historic landmarks provide convenient access to both everyday amenities and the character that makes Germantown unique. 5234 Morris Street presents an opportunity to bring new life to a property with exceptional lot size, historic character, and considerable potential.
For sale
$289,000
5234 Morris St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
4beds
2,425sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,605 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundance of original characterExceptional lot sizeSubstantial original moldingsRich deep-brown hardwood floorsGenerously sized bedroomsBeautiful central staircase
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Benjamin Katz 215-260-9337,
Coldwell Banker Realty (215) 923-7600,
Co-Listing Agent: Ibrahim Barry 610-342-7892,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2676104
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,425
- Total interior livable area: 2,425 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,425
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage, Other, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,605 Square Feet
- Dimensions: Appro x 45' x 120'
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 123236500
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Stucco, Other
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Germantown
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $119/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $318,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,441
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,246/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,000+23983.3%$119/sqft |
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| 7/30/2017 | Sold | $1,200+20% |
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| 6/14/2017 | Sold | $1,000-13% |
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| 7/17/2016 | Sold | $1,150+21.1% |
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| 11/29/2015 | Sold | $950-13.6% |
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| 4/22/2015 | Sold | $1,100 |
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| 3/26/2014 | Sold | $1,100 |
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| 10/12/2013 | Sold | $1,100 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,458 +237% | $318,500 +18.5% |
| 2024 | $1,323 | $268,700 |
| 2023 | $1,323 | $268,700 |
| 2022 | $1,323 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,323 -53.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,849 -69.1% | -- |
| 2017 | $9,234 +598% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,323 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,323 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,323 +4.5% | $177,700 +1662.9% |
| 2012 | $1,266 | $10,080 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2008 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2007 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2006 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2005 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2004 | -- | $10,080 |
| 2003 | -- | $10,080 +26% |
| 2002 | -- | $8,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $8,000 |
| 1999 | -- | $8,000 |
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Neighborhood: Germantown Westside
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: John B. Kelly School
- Middle: Theodore Roosevelt
- High: Martin Luther King
- 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.






