Welcome to 5515 Whitby Ave. This beautifully renovated home combines modern comfort with timeless charm. Step through the enclosed porch into the living room and immediately notice the restored original parquet floors with decorative border inlay, a detail rarely seen in today’s homes. The spacious floor plan features high ceilings and recessed lighting throughout. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops and plenty of cabinet cabinet space, perfect for cooking and entertaining. The main floor also offers the convenience of a laundry area and powder room. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space, accompanied by a modern hall bath featuring a tub/shower combo and a double vanity. The finished basement provides a versatile space, ideal for watching the game, enjoying movie nights, or setting up a home office for remote work. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience everything 5515 Whitby Ave has to offer. Schedule your appointment today.
Sold for $180,000
$180,000
5515 Whitby Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
3beds
2,044sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
1,280 Square Feet Lot
$180,700 Zestimate®
$88/sqft
$1,999 Estimated rent
Home value
$180,700
$168,000 - $195,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bill Kwasniewski 610-496-0417,
Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia
Bought with:
Sabrina Lai
Keller Williams Realty - Cherry Hill
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2556468
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 600
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Energy Efficient Appliances, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,044
- Total interior livable area: 2,044 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,444
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,280 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 80.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 513119000
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Kingsessing
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $180,000-1.6%$88/sqft |
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| 2/25/2026 | Pending sale | $183,000$90/sqft |
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| 2/13/2026 | Price change | $183,000-1.1%$90/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Price change | $185,000-1.1%$91/sqft |
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| 1/30/2026 | Price change | $187,000-1.1%$91/sqft |
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| 1/21/2026 | Price change | $189,000-0.5%$92/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $190,000$93/sqft |
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| 1/12/2026 | Contingent | $190,000$93/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $190,000-5%$93/sqft |
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| 12/31/2025 | Price change | $200,000-4.8%$98/sqft |
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| 12/26/2025 | Price change | $210,000-4.5%$103/sqft |
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| 12/19/2025 | Price change | $220,000-4.3%$108/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Price change | $230,000-4.2%$113/sqft |
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| 12/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000$117/sqft |
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| 11/24/2025 | Listing removed | $240,000$117/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000+9.1%$117/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/21/2025 | Price change | $220,000-2.2%$108/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Price change | $225,000-10%$110/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000+30.2%$122/sqft |
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| 4/7/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $192,000+232.5%$94/sqft |
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| 3/19/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/14/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,600-5.9%$1/sqft |
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| 1/26/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/22/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,700$1/sqft |
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| 5/22/2018 | Sold | $57,750+44.4%$28/sqft |
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| 1/25/2018 | Sold | $40,000$20/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,989 +67% | $142,100 +67% |
| 2024 | $1,191 | $85,100 |
| 2023 | $1,191 +21.1% | $85,100 |
| 2022 | $984 | -- |
| 2021 | $984 +8.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $908 | -- |
| 2017 | $908 +102.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $449 | -- |
| 2015 | $449 | -- |
| 2014 | $449 +77.4% | $48,900 +339.1% |
| 2012 | $253 | $11,136 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,136 |
| 2010 | -- | $11,136 |
| 2009 | -- | $11,136 |
| 2008 | -- | $11,136 |
| 2007 | -- | $11,136 |
| 2006 | -- | $11,136 |
| 2005 | -- | $11,136 |
| 2004 | -- | $11,136 +4.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $10,656 +39.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,616 +12.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $6,752 +3.9% |
| 1999 | -- | $6,496 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Kingesessing
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrington Avery D SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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- 5515 Whitby Ave
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