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.
For sale
$150,000
5838 Master St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
4beds
1,264sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
1,192 Square Feet Lot
$148,500 Zestimate®
$119/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oversized front porchOriginal vestibuleLarge dining roomSpacious updated kitchenLarge four bedroom property
- 9 days |
- 1,097 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Catherine Lavell 856-986-0959,
KW Empower 215-627-3500,
Listing Team: Ccl Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2656510
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: $119/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
Estimated market value
$148,500
$141,000 - $156,000
$1,816/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000+100%$119/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2656510 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2019 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Walheim Real Estate Investments LLC Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Walheim Real Estate Investments LLC Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2013 | Listing removed | $75,000$59/sqft |
Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Wayne #6208535 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2013 | Price change | $75,000-6.1%$59/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2013 | Price change | $79,900-5.9%$63/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2013 | Price change | $84,900-5.6%$67/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2013 | Price change | $89,900-10%$71/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2013 | Listed for sale | $99,900+122%$79/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6208535 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2013 | Sold | $45,000$36/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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 |
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Neighborhood: Carroll Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10GUIDON S BLUFORD EL SCHGrades: K-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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