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Sold for $161,000
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    $161,000

    5838 Master St, Philadelphia, PA 19131

    4beds
    1,264sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1920
    1,192 Square Feet Lot
    $161,000 Zestimate®
    $127/sqft
    $1,859 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $161,000

    $153,000 - $169,000

    $1,859/mo

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    What's special

    Oversized front porchOriginal vestibuleLarge dining roomSpacious updated kitchenLarge four bedroom property
    Welcome home to this large four bedroom property in West Philadelphia, convenient to public transportation & shopping, half a block from playground around the corner. Excellent for first time owner or investor. This home greets you with a small front yard for gardening, a small set back before you reach the oversized front porch. Enter the original vestibule into the living room featuring original fireplace facade. The first floor includes one full bathroom, a large dining room and spacious, updated kitchen. Wonderfully preserved, real hardwood floors provide authentic warmth throughout the first floor. Beyond the kitchen enter your backyard or finished basement for additional living and hosting space. Upstairs, the second floor boasts four bedrooms and one full bath. Full basement has laundry and utilities in a separate room. Previously rented for $1,900/mo.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Catherine Lavell 856-986-0959,

    KW Empower,

    Listing Team: Ccl Team

    Bought with:

    Mr. Dev Meley, 2437543

    Real Broker, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2656510MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Radiator, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Water Heater
    Features
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,264
    • Total interior livable area: 1,264 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,264
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Other
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1,192 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16.00 x 75.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 043034500
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: AirLite
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Masonry
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1920

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Carroll Park
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $127/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $129,800
    • Annual tax amount: $1,816
    • Date on market: 8/6/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Negotiable,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/11/2026Sold$161,000+7.3%$127/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2656510 Report a problem
    8/19/2026Pending sale$150,000$119/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2656510 Report a problem
    8/6/2026Listed for sale$150,000+100%$119/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2656510 Report a problem
    5/9/2019Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
    Source: Walheim Real Estate Investments LLC Report a problem
    1/16/2019Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
    Source: Walheim Real Estate Investments LLC Report a problem
    12/4/2013Listing removed$75,000$59/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Wayne #6208535 Report a problem
    8/9/2013Price change$75,000-6.1%$59/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem
    6/27/2013Price change$79,900-5.9%$63/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem
    5/21/2013Price change$84,900-5.6%$67/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem
    5/15/2013Price change$89,900-10%$71/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem
    5/4/2013Listed for sale$99,900+122%$79/sqft
    Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem
    2/15/2013Sold$45,000$36/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,691 +34.7%$120,800 +34.7%
    2024$1,256 $89,700
    2023$1,256 +20.7%$89,700
    2022$1,040 --
    2021$1,040 +3.8%--
    2018$1,002 --
    2017$1,002 +9.6%--
    2016$914 --
    2015$914 --
    2014$914 $61,000 +633.2%
    2012-- $8,320
    2011-- $8,320
    2010-- $8,320
    2009-- $8,320
    2008-- $8,320
    2007-- $8,320
    2006-- $8,320
    2005-- $8,320
    2004-- $8,320 +8.3%
    2003-- $7,680 +47.2%
    2002-- $5,216
    2000-- $5,216
    1999-- $5,216
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Carroll Park

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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