Welcome to 5551 w Thompson Street, Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom brick porchfront row home nestled on a quiet block in the Carroll Park section of West Philadelphia. Step inside to find a bright and inviting living space with a convenient first-floor powder room —perfect for guests. The spacious kitchen exitsto a rear enclosed porch, ideal for year-round relaxation or extra storage. Upstairs, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms and an oversized hall bath featuring a jacuzzi tub, stall shower, and modern finishes. The fenced rear yard offers a private outdoor space for gardening, entertaining, or simply unwinding. This home combines classic Philadelphia charm with thoughtful updates and solid brick construction. Conveniently located near public transportation, local schools, and neighborhood parks, this Carroll Park gem is ready for its next owner to move right in and make it home.
Sold for $148,000
$148,000
5551 W Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
3beds
1,059sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
1,256 Square Feet Lot
$148,100 Zestimate®
$140/sqft
$1,797 Estimated rent
Home value
$148,100
$141,000 - $156,000
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Listed by:
Jaimee Cohen 610-622-7500,
RE/MAX Prime Real Estate
Bought with:
Zakiya Eleby, RS326631
Opulent Realty Group LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2555386
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,059
- Total interior livable area: 1,059 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,059
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 1,256 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 81.00
- Features: Middle Of Block
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 041223000
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Carroll Park
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Negotiable,Private Financing Available,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Sold | $148,000$140/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Sold | $148,000-7.4%$140/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2555386 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2025 | Pending sale | $159,900$151/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Contingent | $159,900$151/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $159,900+1278.4%$151/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Sold | $11,600-83.4%$11/sqft |
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| 5/11/2019 | Listing removed | $1,360$1/sqft |
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| 5/6/2019 | Sold | $70,000+0.1%$66/sqft |
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| 4/30/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,360$1/sqft |
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| 3/19/2019 | Pending sale | $69,900$66/sqft |
Source: Exit Benchmark Realty #PAPH721892 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $69,900$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,597 +56.3% | $114,100 +56.3% |
| 2024 | $1,022 | $73,000 |
| 2023 | $1,022 +17.2% | $73,000 |
| 2022 | $872 | -- |
| 2021 | $872 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $840 | -- |
| 2017 | $840 +4.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $803 | -- |
| 2015 | $803 | -- |
| 2014 | $803 | $55,500 +638% |
| 2012 | -- | $7,520 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,520 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,520 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,520 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,520 |
| 2007 | -- | $7,520 +0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $7,456 |
| 2005 | -- | $7,456 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,456 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $6,784 +41.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $4,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $4,800 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Carroll Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10GUIDON S BLUFORD EL SCHGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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Estimated market value
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- 5551 W Thompson St
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