Welcome to 5517 Bloyd Street, a well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located in the East Germantown section of Philadelphia. This home features a recently remodeled kitchen with modern cabinetry, updated countertops, and brand-new appliances, making it both stylish and functional for everyday living. The property also includes a Lennox central air conditioning system for year-round comfort. The open front porch offers a great space to relax outdoors, while the rear yard provides additional space for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying some fresh air. Conveniently located near La Salle University, Belfield Recreation Center, Fernhill Park, and Tacony Creek Park. Easy access to public transportation, shopping, dining, and neighborhood amenities along the Broad Street and Cheltenham Avenue corridors. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity near the university, 5517 Bloyd Street offers a great combination of comfort, updates, and location. Special financing offers that may help save you money up front and every month when you purchase are available for qualified borrowers.
For sale
Price cut: $1K (7/9)
$148,900
5517 Bloyd St, Philadelphia, PA 19138
2beds
896sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
1,284 Square Feet Lot
$147,600 Zestimate®
$166/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open front porchRecently remodeled kitchenUpdated countertopsBrand-new appliancesModern cabinetry
- 99 days |
- 152 |
- 10 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Al Perry 610-842-4635,
Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia 2154651400,
Co-Listing Agent: William F Kwasniewski 610-496-0417,
Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2602016
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 896
- Total interior livable area: 896 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 896
- 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: 1,284 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 92.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 122238800
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Germantown (east)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $116,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,636
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional,PHFA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$147,600
$140,000 - $155,000
$1,405/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $148,900-0.7%$166/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Price change | $149,900-2%$167/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Price change | $152,900-1%$171/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $154,400-1%$172/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $155,900-1.3%$174/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Price change | $157,900-1.3%$176/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $159,900-1.9%$178/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $162,999-4.1%$182/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $169,900+1746.7%$190/sqft |
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| 1/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Listing removed | $1,300$1/sqft |
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| 11/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,300+13%$1/sqft |
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| 8/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/5/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,150-14.8%$1/sqft |
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| 8/4/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/29/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,350+17.4%$2/sqft |
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| 6/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/15/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,150$1/sqft |
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| 6/14/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/31/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,150+21.1%$1/sqft |
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| 1/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/14/2022 | Price change | $950+6.1%$1/sqft |
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| 1/6/2022 | Listed for rent | $895$1/sqft |
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| 4/3/2013 | Sold | $9,200-31.9%$10/sqft |
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| 1/19/2013 | Listed for sale | $13,500-66.3%$15/sqft |
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| 7/30/2007 | Sold | $40,000+122.2%$45/sqft |
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| 1/28/2002 | Sold | $18,000$20/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,636 +69.7% | $116,900 +69.7% |
| 2024 | $964 | $68,900 |
| 2023 | $964 +50.4% | $68,900 |
| 2022 | $641 | -- |
| 2021 | $641 -4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $669 | -- |
| 2017 | $669 +21.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $550 | -- |
| 2015 | $550 | -- |
| 2014 | $550 +15.7% | $39,300 +571.1% |
| 2012 | $475 | $5,856 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2010 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2009 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2008 | -- | $5,856 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,856 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2005 | -- | $5,440 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,440 +9.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $4,960 +8.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,576 +12.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $4,064 +29.6% |
| 1999 | -- | $3,136 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Germantown East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pennell Joseph SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt Theodore Middle SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
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