ONLINE AUCTION – This sale includes two side-by-side rowhomes located at 5538 & 5540 Linmore Avenue. An excellent opportunity for first time investors or experienced real estate investors looking to expand their portfolio. Backing directly to the SEPTA Wilmington/Newark Line, these properties offer the added benefit of no rear neighbors and a private backyard setting. Each home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, approximately 840± SF, and was built in 1925. The list price reflects the opening bid. Both properties require renovation and are being sold As-Is, presenting an outstanding value-add opportunity for renovation, rental income, or resale. Open House information coming soon. Online bidding closes August 18 at 11:00 AM ET. Final sale price will be determined through competitive bidding. Sale is being conducted pursuant to Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings pending in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida, Case No. 8:26-bk-01636-CPM, In re: RAD Diversified REIT, Inc., et al.
Auction
Est. $15,000
5538 Linmore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
2beds
840sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
780 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$18/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private backyard setting
- 32 days |
- 649 |
- 49 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle Hunsberger 267-446-7380,
Sanford Alderfer Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2649418
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 840
- Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 840
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors - Swing In
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 780 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 52.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 514286200
- Zoning: I2
- Special conditions: Auction,Bankruptcy Property
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Philadelphia (southwest)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $18/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $70,100
- Annual tax amount: $981
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,323/mo
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $981 +39.1% | $70,100 +39.1% |
| 2024 | $706 | $50,400 |
| 2023 | $706 +23.2% | $50,400 |
| 2022 | $573 | -- |
| 2021 | $573 +8.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $529 | -- |
| 2017 | $529 +25.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $421 -6% | -- |
| 2015 | $448 | -- |
| 2014 | $448 -9.7% | $32,000 +1134.6% |
| 2012 | $496 | $2,592 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,592 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,592 |
| 2009 | -- | $2,592 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,592 |
| 2007 | -- | $2,592 +8% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $2,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $2,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $2,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $2,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $2,400 |
| 1999 | -- | $2,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Southwest Schuylkill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Comegys Benjamin B SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Bartram John - MainGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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