Welcome to 5712 Sansom Street — a newly renovated West Philadelphia gem offering rare convenience, modern finishes, and incredible functionality. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on a quiet block just minutes from UPenn, University City, and quick access to I-76, making your commute a breeze. Step inside to an inviting open-concept main level featuring stylish upgrades, fresh flooring, and plenty of natural light. The kitchen has been fully refreshed with contemporary finishes—perfect for everyday cooking or hosting. Downstairs, enjoy a fully finished basement complete with a custom bar, creating the ideal space for game nights, entertaining, or relaxing after a long day. One of the standout features of this home is the private driveway and garage—a rare find in the city—providing secure parking and extra storage. Upstairs, you’ll find three well-sized bedrooms and a sleek, renovated full bath. The home also includes a convenient main-level powder room. Outside, the property offers just enough yard space for gardening, grilling, or enjoying warm evenings. With its blend of modern updates and unbeatable location near major universities, hospitals, transit, and highways, 5712 Sansom Street is the perfect move-in-ready home or investment opportunity.
For sale
$229,900
5712 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
1,280sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,334 Square Feet Lot
$227,900 Zestimate®
$180/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stylish upgradesModern finishesFully finished basementQuiet blockConvenient main-level powder roomPrivate drivewayThree well-sized bedrooms
- 239 days |
- 135 |
- 12 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael DeFiore 609-790-4824,
Houwzer, LLC 2677652080
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2557900
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiant, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Tile/Brick, Vinyl
- Windows: Vinyl Clad
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,280
- Total interior livable area: 1,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,280
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,334 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 604029800
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Cobbs Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $180/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $158,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,217
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$227,900
Estimated sales range
$217,000 - $239,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,662/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Price change | $229,900-4.2%$180/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $240,000$188/sqft |
Source: | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,217 +21.7% | $158,400 +21.7% |
| 2024 | $1,823 | $130,200 |
| 2023 | $1,823 +75.2% | $130,200 |
| 2022 | $1,040 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,040 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,002 -87.2% | -- |
| 2017 | $7,856 +1013.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $706 | -- |
| 2015 | $706 | -- |
| 2014 | $706 | $80,400 +723.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2011 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2010 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2009 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2008 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2007 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2006 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2005 | -- | $9,760 |
| 2004 | -- | $9,760 +10.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $8,864 +25.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,072 -14.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $8,288 +29.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $6,400 |
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Monthly payment
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Payment breakdown
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$0Property taxes
$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
$0Utilities
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hamilton Andrew SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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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