Welcome to 5851 Woodcrest Ave, a stately 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom brick townhome located in the historic and desirable Overbrook neighborhood of Philadelphia! Built in 1925, this residence perfectly captures classic architectural charm combined with a spacious, multi-level layout totaling over 1,500 sq. ft. The main level greets you with an inviting front porch leading into a large living room, formal dining area, and a functional kitchen. Upstairs, you will find three well-proportioned bedrooms with ample closet space and a shared full bath. The full basement offers a fourth bedroom with excellent storage or workshop potential and includes a convenient half-bath. Enjoy the ease of radiator heating and the durability of a brick exterior. This property features a private rear alley access with a lockable oversized shed, and is just blocks from Saint Joseph's University, Morris Park, and the Overbrook SEPTA station for a quick commute to Center City. A fantastic opportunity for a primary residence or investment—schedule your tour today!
For sale
Price cut: $5K (7/17)
$224,900
5851 Woodcrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
4beds
1,524sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,551 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting front porchLockable oversized shedClassic architectural charmPrivate rear alley accessFormal dining areaRadiator heatingFunctional kitchen
- 154 days
- 275
- 33
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Fred A Altieri 610-550-9271,
Houwzer, LLC 2677652080
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2602210
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 400
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,524
- Total interior livable area: 1,524 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,124
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Alley Access, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,551 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 97.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 522159600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Overbrook
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $148/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $185,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,599
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: All Kitchen Appliances, Washer And Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $224,900-2.2%$148/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $229,900-2.1%$151/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $234,900$154/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Contingent | $234,900$154/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $234,900-2.1%$154/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $239,990+170.1%$157/sqft |
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| 4/5/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/18/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,195+20.3%$1/sqft |
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| 8/7/2020 | Listing removed | $1,825$1/sqft |
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| 7/15/2020 | Price change | $1,825-3.9%$1/sqft |
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| 5/20/2020 | Price change | $1,900-2.6%$1/sqft |
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| 3/17/2020 | Price change | $1,950-7.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/12/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,099+49.9%$1/sqft |
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| 6/9/2018 | Listing removed | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 2/12/2018 | Price change | $1,400-6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 1/20/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,500+36.4%$1/sqft |
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| 1/20/2017 | Sold | $88,842-29.2%$58/sqft |
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| 10/15/2014 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 9/16/2014 | Price change | $1,100-8.3%$1/sqft |
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| 8/17/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 8/24/2007 | Sold | $125,500+25.6%$82/sqft |
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| 1/3/2007 | Sold | $99,900$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,599 +120.3% | $185,700 +120.3% |
| 2024 | $1,180 | $84,300 |
| 2023 | $1,180 -6.7% | $84,300 |
| 2022 | $1,265 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,265 +3.8% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,219 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,219 | -- |
| 2016 | $1,219 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,219 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,219 -14.6% | $106,600 +695% |
| 2012 | $1,428 | $13,408 |
| 2011 | -- | $13,408 |
| 2010 | -- | $13,408 |
| 2009 | -- | $13,408 |
| 2008 | -- | $13,408 |
| 2007 | -- | $13,408 |
| 2006 | -- | $13,408 |
| 2005 | -- | $13,408 |
| 2004 | -- | $13,408 +8% |
| 2003 | -- | $12,416 +9.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $11,328 +12% |
| 2000 | -- | $10,112 |
| 1999 | -- | $10,112 |
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