Under contract

$145,000

5442 Whitby Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

3beds

1,290sqft

$1,024/mo

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Townhouse

Built in 1920

1,223 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$112/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Original parquet hardwood flooringFunctional kitchen

INVESTOR ALERT! RM-1 ZONING & DUPLEX POTENTIAL! Welcome to 5442 Whitby Ave, a 3-bedroom, 1 bath Philadelphia home in the booming Kingsessing section of the city. Offering a strong value add opportunity, the property features approximately 1,290 square feet of living space, spacious living and dining areas, original parquet hardwood flooring, a functional kitchen, and a full bathroom. With it's large footprint, existing 3-bedroom layout, zoning, and potential to increase rental income and overall property value, 5442 Whitby Ave is an opportunity worth serious consideration for investors looking to add value!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Radiator, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater

Features

Basement: Interior Entry
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,290
Total interior livable area: 1,290 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,290
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 1,223 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15.00 x 82.00

Details

Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Parcel number: 513156200
Zoning: RM1
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Architectural style: AirLite
Property subtype: Townhouse

Materials

Masonry
Foundation: Block

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: No Septic System
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Kingsessing

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Philadelphia
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $112/sqft
Tax assessed value: $138,900
Annual tax amount: $1,944
Date on market: 9/3/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/17/2026	Contingent	$145,000$112/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2666792 Report a problem
9/3/2026	Listed for sale	$145,000-9.4%$112/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2666792 Report a problem
8/17/2026	Listing removed	$160,000$124/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2652498 Report a problem
8/3/2026	Contingent	$160,000+3.2%$124/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2652498 Report a problem
7/27/2026	Listed for sale	$155,000-6.1%$120/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2652498 Report a problem
6/11/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
6/8/2021	Price change	$165,000-16.7%$128/sqft
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH1025964 Report a problem
5/29/2021	Listed for sale	$198,000+395%$153/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
5/21/2021	Sold	$40,000-55.5%$31/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/9/2010	Listing removed	$89,900$70/sqft
Source: Jennifer Bennett #5688542 Report a problem
4/9/2010	Listed for sale	$89,900$70/sqft
Source: Jennifer Bennett #5688542 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,753 +49.4%	$125,200 +49.4%
2024	$1,173	$83,800
2023	$1,173 +19.9%	$83,800
2022	$978	--
2021	$978 +8.4%	--
2018	$903	--
2017	$903 +9.5%	--
2016	$824	--
2015	$824	--
2014	$824 +34%	$45,900 +408.6%
2012	$615	$9,024
2011	--	$9,024
2010	--	$9,024
2009	--	$9,024
2008	--	$9,024
2007	--	$9,024
2006	--	$9,024
2005	--	$9,024
2004	--	$9,024 +4.4%
2003	--	$8,640 +39.9%
2002	--	$6,176 +12.9%
2000	--	$5,472 +3.6%
1999	--	$5,280