5318 W Girard Ave presents a rare mixed-use value-add opportunity in the heart of West Philadelphia. Situated on a prominent corner lot with CMX-2 zoning, this end-of-block property offers exceptional visibility, flexible use potential, and strong upside for investors or owner-occupants looking to reposition an income-producing asset. The property features a commercial storefront on the first floor with an open layout, expansive frontage, and excellent exposure along Girard Avenue. Above, the spacious second-floor residential unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom with generously sized rooms, oversized windows, abundant natural light, and original hardwood flooring throughout. Additional highlights include multiple access points and a full basement with high ceilings, interior and exterior access, and ample space for storage, utilities, or future value-add opportunities. The property is being sold as-is and requires a full renovation, including visible interior and mechanical updates, making it an ideal project for investors seeking to customize and maximize potential. No electricity on site. Daytime showings only. Estimated post-renovation rental potential based on area comparables (buyer to verify): Residential Unit (2BR): approximately $1,300/month Commercial Space: approximately $1,550/month Estimated Gross Annual Income: approximately $34,200/year
For sale
$165,000
5318 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
2beds
1baths
1,600sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$156,400 Zestimate®
$103/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oversized windowsExpansive frontageAbundant natural lightProminent corner lotMultiple access pointsInterior and exterior accessOpen layout
- 120 days
- 178
- 5
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jenna Zlotnicki 215-667-3839,
KW Empower 215-627-3500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2616474
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Other
Cooling
- Other
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,600
- Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Site, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Brick
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Other
- Pool features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 871205600
- Zoning: CMX2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru,Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Septic, Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $103/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $79,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,117
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 34200
Estimated market value
$156,400
$149,000 - $164,000
$1,328/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $165,000+450%$103/sqft |
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| 3/22/2016 | Sold | $30,000-57.1%$19/sqft |
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| 10/31/2014 | Sold | $70,000+334.8%$44/sqft |
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| 8/22/2014 | Sold | $16,100-76.7%$10/sqft |
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| 1/7/2005 | Sold | $69,000$43/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,117 +10.8% | $79,800 +10.8% |
| 2024 | $1,008 | $72,000 |
| 2023 | $1,008 -6.2% | $72,000 |
| 2022 | $1,075 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,075 +0.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,065 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,065 +3% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,034 -7.6% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,120 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,120 | $80,000 +741.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $9,504 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $8,640 +44.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,984 +10% |
| 2000 | -- | $5,440 |
| 1999 | -- | $5,440 |
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Neighborhood: Haddington
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.




