Step into 5236 Walnut St, a fully updated 4-unit multifamily property that pairs contemporary style with timeless architectural character. The building features three 1-bedroom apartments alongside a flexible commercial unit, presenting a compelling opportunity for investors or owner-occupants ready to establish themselves in real estate. Positioned right in the heart of bustling Walnut Street, the ground-floor commercial space benefits from outstanding street visibility and steady pedestrian activity — a strong fit for retail concepts, professional offices, or service-based businesses. The building's address is a major advantage, bridging University City and Center City with ease. Tenants enjoy quick access to dining, shopping, entertainment, and transit options right outside the door, making the residential units especially attractive in a competitive rental market. With annual leases already in place across all units, this property generates reliable income starting the moment ownership transfers.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (9/10)
$394,900
5236 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
4baths
2,290sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$391,400 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 85 days
- 322
- 23
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jack Feder 904-735-2753,
PennHunter 2159552500,
Co-Listing Agent: Hirije Noka 215-995-2500,
PennHunter
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2645404
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,290
- Total interior livable area: 2,290 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,307 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 871252150
- Zoning: CMX2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,075
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 57600
- Income includes: Apartment Rentals, Shop Rentals, Other
Estimated market value
$391,400
$372,000 - $411,000
$1,836/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Price change | $394,900-1.3%$172/sqft |
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| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900+11.1%$175/sqft |
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| 7/19/2024 | Sold | $360,000-10%$157/sqft |
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| 2/26/2024 | Pending sale | $400,000$175/sqft |
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| 11/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $400,000+37.9%$175/sqft |
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| 11/19/2018 | Listing removed | $1,075 |
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| 11/10/2018 | Price change | $1,075-8.5% |
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| 10/31/2018 | Price change | $1,175-7.8%$1/sqft |
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| 10/10/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,275+75.9%$1/sqft |
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| 7/6/2018 | Sold | $290,000-3.3%$127/sqft |
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| 2/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $300,000+1400%$131/sqft |
Source: Mallin Panchelli Nadel Realty #1000118434 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2015 | Listing removed | $725 |
Source: New Age Realty Group, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2015 | Listed for rent | $725 |
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| 6/17/2015 | Listing removed | $20,000$9/sqft |
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| 6/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $20,000$9/sqft |
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| 6/22/2014 | Listing removed | $20,000$9/sqft |
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| 6/14/2014 | Price change | $20,000-55.1%$9/sqft |
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| 5/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $44,547$19/sqft |
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| 10/23/2013 | Listing removed | $44,547$19/sqft |
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| 9/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $44,547+38.8%$19/sqft |
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| 7/2/2013 | Sold | $32,100$14/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,076 +5.4% | $148,300 +5.4% |
| 2024 | $1,970 | $140,700 |
| 2023 | $1,970 +43% | $140,700 |
| 2022 | $1,377 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,377 +0.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,365 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,365 +3% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,326 -84.9% | -- |
| 2015 | $8,794 | -- |
| 2014 | $8,794 | $90,000 |
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Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek
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.







