Great opportunity to own a classic two-story brick rowhome located in the desirable West Philadelphia section of Philadelphia. According to public records, the property was built in 1925 and offers approximately 1,302 square feet of gross living area. The main level features a welcoming open front porch, a spacious living room, a formal dining room, and a functional kitchen with direct access to a fenced rear yard, providing a private outdoor space suitable for entertaining, gardening, or recreation. The second floor includes three comfortably sized bedrooms and one full bathroom. A full unfinished basement offers ample storage space and potential for future improvements, subject to local requirements. Conveniently located near neighborhood shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, and public transportation, the property also provides easy access to Center City Philadelphia and major commuter routes. This home presents an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors.
Foreclosure
$170,000
5503 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
1,302sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,072 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$131/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic two-story brick rowhomeWelcoming open front porchFormal dining roomFunctional kitchenThree comfortably sized bedrooms
- 55 days
- 34
- 0
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mary Jo Potts 215-242-4050,
Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy 2152473600,
Listing Team: Mary Jo Potts
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2649594
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full 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: 1,302
- Total interior livable area: 1,302 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,302
- 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: 1,072 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 67.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 604044000
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar, Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $131/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $143,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,011
- Date on market: 7/18/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,498/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Sold | $35,000-64.1%$27/sqft |
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| 6/4/2021 | Sold | $97,500+11370.6%$75/sqft |
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| 11/29/2016 | Listing removed | $950+2.7%$1/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Eastern-Feasterville #6873699 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2014 | Listing removed | $925$1/sqft |
Source: Alco Properties Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2014 | Listed for rent | $925+8.8%$1/sqft |
Source: Alco Properties Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2011 | Listing removed | $850$1/sqft |
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| 3/14/2011 | Sold | $850-98%$1/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2011 | Listed for rent | $850$1/sqft |
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| 8/6/2008 | Sold | $41,650-15%$32/sqft |
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| 6/2/2008 | Listed for sale | $49,000$38/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #5354098 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,012 +20.7% | $143,700 +20.7% |
| 2024 | $1,667 | $119,100 |
| 2023 | $1,667 +76.2% | $119,100 |
| 2022 | $946 | -- |
| 2021 | $946 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $911 | -- |
| 2017 | $911 -3.8% | -- |
| 2016 | $948 | -- |
| 2015 | $948 | -- |
| 2014 | $948 -2.2% | $72,300 +965.7% |
| 2012 | $969 | $6,784 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,784 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,784 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,304 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,304 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,304 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $5,728 +9.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,216 -5.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $5,536 +32.1% |
| 1999 | -- | $4,192 |
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