Two Units. One Property. Multiple Possibilities. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or explore the benefits of house hacking, 5728 Florence Avenue offers an opportunity to make your next real estate move a strategic one. Located in Southwest Philadelphia near Kingsessing and Cobbs Creek, this vacant duplex offers flexibility, income potential, and the convenience of city living. The property features two separate residential units, each with its own character and possibilities. The first-floor unit offers one bedroom, a spacious living area, and access to a finished basement with laundry facilities and an additional half bathroom. While some of the finishes reflect an earlier era, the space is functional and offers an opportunity for future improvements. Upstairs, the second-floor unit features one bedroom, an updated kitchen, and a refreshed bathroom, providing a more modern living experience. Additional highlights include radiator heating, window air conditioning, a front yard, and the increasingly valuable convenience of garage parking. Location adds another layer of appeal. Enjoy access to the green spaces and recreational opportunities of Cobbs Creek Park, Kingsessing Recreation Center, Francis Myers Park, and Bartram's Garden. The historic Nile Swim Club is another nearby neighborhood landmark. Public transportation options include SEPTA trolley and bus routes, along with regional rail connections, making travel throughout Philadelphia more accessible. Cobbs Creek Parkway and I-95 provide additional connections for commuters traveling throughout the region. For investors, the property's two-unit configuration presents the opportunity to establish rental income in an established Philadelphia neighborhood. For owner-occupants, the possibility of living in one unit while renting the other offers an appealing introduction to real estate investing and long-term wealth building. The property received Zoning Board approval for a two-unit use in October 2026, with final documentation and applicable administrative requirements to be confirmed. Both units are currently vacant, providing flexibility for the next owner. Whether your goal is to generate income, build equity, or create a home that helps support your financial future, 5728 Florence Avenue is worth a closer look.
For sale
$209,900
5728 Florence Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
2beds
3baths
1,344sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$217,700 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garage parkingFront yardTwo separate residential unitsWindow air conditioningRadiator heating
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amanda Gleason-Mack 484-965-0768,
Keys & Deeds Realty 6106160012
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2686802
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Country, Eat-in Kitchen, 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Wood, Marble
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, On Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 97.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 513274500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Zoning description: Zoning Code is RSA5, however, zoning board approved a use variance as a duplex.
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kingsessing
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $153,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,145
- Date on market: 11/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Inclusions: All Furniture
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$217,700
$185,000 - $250,000
$1,591/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Listing removed | $210,000$156/sqft |
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| 4/19/2026 | Price change | $210,000-8.7%$156/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $230,000-17.9%$171/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Price change | $280,000-5.1%$208/sqft |
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| 12/24/2025 | Price change | $295,000-1.7%$219/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Price change | $300,000-4.8%$223/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $315,000$234/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,044 +109.2% | $146,000 +109.2% |
| 2024 | $977 | $69,800 |
| 2023 | $977 +9.1% | $69,800 |
| 2022 | $896 | -- |
| 2021 | $896 +8.3% | -- |
| 2018 | $827 +209.4% | -- |
| 2017 | $267 -66.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $797 +122.5% | -- |
| 2015 | $358 | -- |
| 2014 | $358 -9.3% | $59,500 +601.7% |
| 2012 | $395 | $8,480 |
| 2011 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2010 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2009 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2008 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2007 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2006 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2005 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2004 | -- | $8,480 |
| 2003 | -- | $8,480 +18.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,136 +11.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $6,400 +7% |
| 1999 | -- | $5,984 |
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Neighborhood: Kingesessing
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Shaw
- 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.





