*MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED* Located at 2544 Walton Ave, this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom, two-story home offers over 2,000 square feet of potential in a desirable Philadelphia neighborhood. Filled with great natural lighting, this property presents a unique and exciting opportunity for both forward-thinking homeowners and savvy real estate investors. This home is a wonderful "value-add" purchase. For the homeowner, you can tailor the renovations to your personal style and begin with significant equity. You also have access to excellent public transportation options to make commuting to Center City and surrounding areas a breeze. For the investor, this property is the ideal candidate for an affordable luxury flip, promising strong returns in the dynamic and rapidly evolving University City, the 19143 zip code. The property's location offers a sweet spot of city access without the inflated prices of the immediate university sphere, making this an ideal entry point for buyers looking for space and value. With institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University fueling demand for rentals, investors can capitalize on a steady tenant pipeline.
Sold for $166,000
$166,000
5244 Walton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
4beds
2,070sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
1,633 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$2,168 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Jerry Wells 254-495-4018,
KW Empower
Bought with:
Ben Cathey, RS331448
Realty Mark Associates
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2551406
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,070
- Total interior livable area: 2,070 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,070
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,633 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 462084800
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cobbs Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $80/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,390
- Date on market: 10/24/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | Sold | $166,000-5.1%$80/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2551406 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Pending sale | $175,000$85/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2551406 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Contingent | $175,000$85/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2551406 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,000-44.8%$85/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2551406 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2024 | Listing removed | $317,000$153/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2349434 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2024 | Price change | $317,000-3.1%$153/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2349434 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2024 | Price change | $327,000-0.9%$158/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2349434 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $330,000$159/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2349434 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,198 +23.8% | $299,900 +23.8% |
| 2024 | $3,390 | $242,200 |
| 2023 | $3,390 +37.6% | $242,200 |
| 2022 | $2,464 | -- |
| 2021 | $2,464 +3.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $2,375 +30.8% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,816 +100.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $904 | -- |
| 2015 | $904 | -- |
| 2014 | $904 -24.5% | $119,400 +916.7% |
| 2012 | $1,198 | $11,744 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,744 |
| 2010 | -- | $11,744 |
| 2009 | -- | $11,744 |
| 2008 | -- | $11,744 |
| 2007 | -- | $11,744 |
| 2006 | -- | $11,744 |
| 2005 | -- | $11,744 |
| 2004 | -- | $11,744 -4.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $12,288 +47.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $8,320 |
| 2000 | -- | $8,320 +8.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $7,680 |
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Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrington Avery D SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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.
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