Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home that blends classic charm with the open layout today’s buyers love. Sunlight pours through the windows, highlighting the rich hardwood floors that run throughout the main living spaces and bedrooms. The open concept living and dining area creates a seamless flow perfect for hosting holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or simply enjoying everyday life with ease. The space feels bright, airy, and effortlessly inviting. Downstairs, the partially finished basement offers valuable bonus space ideal for a home office, media room, workout area, or playroom. You’ll also find a cedar closet, adding both character and practical storage for seasonal wardrobes and keepsakes. An alarm system provides added peace of mind, while the desirable Olney location puts you close to neighborhood amenities, parks, schools, and commuter routes. Move-in ready with warmth, space, and versatility. This is one you won’t want to miss.
Pending
Price cut: $7.5K (4/6)
$217,500
5247 Rorer St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
3beds
1,120sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1935
1,673 Square Feet Lot
$214,800 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic charmOpen layoutRich hardwood floors
- 116 days |
- 53 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ray Clark 609-744-3785,
Compass New Jersey, LLC - Moorestown (856) 214-2639,
Co-Listing Agent: Naoji Moriuchi 609-781-0080,
Compass New Jersey, LLC - Moorestown
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2591878
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Basement
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,120
- Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Alley Access, Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,673 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 104.00
- Features: Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 421544400
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Electric Alarm
- Subdivision: Olney
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $181,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,540
- Date on market: 3/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,Cash,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Stove, Refrigerator, Microwave
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$214,800
$204,000 - $226,000
$1,829/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $217,500$194/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $217,500$194/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591878 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Pending sale | $217,500$194/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591878 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $217,500-3.3%$194/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591878 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000$201/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591878 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2026 | Pending sale | $225,000$201/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591878 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000$201/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2591878 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,541 +37.7% | $181,500 +37.7% |
| 2024 | $1,845 | $131,800 |
| 2023 | $1,845 +32.6% | $131,800 |
| 2022 | $1,391 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,391 +7.6% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,293 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,293 -12.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,474 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,474 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,474 +4.5% | $105,300 +594.2% |
| 2012 | $1,411 | $15,168 |
| 2011 | -- | $15,168 |
| 2010 | -- | $15,168 |
| 2009 | -- | $15,168 |
| 2008 | -- | $15,168 |
| 2007 | -- | $15,168 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $14,112 |
| 2005 | -- | $14,112 |
| 2004 | -- | $14,112 |
| 2003 | -- | $14,112 +7.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $13,120 +9% |
| 2000 | -- | $12,032 +4.2% |
| 1999 | -- | $11,552 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Olney
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Olney Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Olney High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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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