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Sold for $160,000
  • $160,000

    5918 Malvern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131

    3beds
    1,440sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1925
    1,240 Square Feet Lot
    $160,600 Zestimate®
    $111/sqft
    $2,352 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $160,600

    $149,000 - $173,000

    $2,352/mo

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    What's special

    Three generous bedroomsSpacious brick-front estateDedicated breakfast roomExpansive floor planLaundry hook up
    Discover a rare opportunity to restore a piece of Wynnefield’s history at 5918 Malvern Avenue. This spacious brick-front estate has been a cherished family home for decades and is now ready for a visionary new owner to breathe life into its impressive footprint. The main level offers an expansive floor plan, including an extended living room bathed in natural light and a dedicated breakfast room that adds a unique touch of character. Upstairs, the home features three generous bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, highlighted by a primary bedroom with a rare private ensuite—a highly sought-after feature in this neighborhood. Additional living space awaits in the finished basement, which has 1/2 bath, storage, laundry hook up, and access to rear parking and alley way. The location is truly second to none, situated directly across from the local school and just moments from Saint Joseph’s University and City Line Avenue. Outdoor enthusiasts and music lovers will appreciate being steps away from Fairmount Park and the Mann Center, while commuters will benefit from immediate access to public transportation and major highways. With renovated homes in the immediate area selling in the mid to high -$300s, this property represents an incredible value proposition. Whether you are an investor looking to add a high-potential asset to your portfolio or a handy homeowner eager to build equity in a vibrant, established community, 5918 Malvern Avenue is the perfect canvas for your next masterpiece. Sold in as-is condition.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jaimee Smith 610-931-5027,

    Compass RE

    Bought with:

    Joe Stacy, RS364726

    KW Empower

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2605096MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s)
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Full
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,440
    • Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,440
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Inside Entrance, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1,240 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16.00 x 78.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 522116700
    • Zoning: RSA5
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Straight Thru
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Flat
    Condition
    • Fixer
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

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

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $111/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $202,400
    • Annual tax amount: $2,833
    • Date on market: 4/13/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,FHA 203(k)
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/8/2026Sold$160,000+6.7%$111/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2605096 Report a problem
    4/17/2026Pending sale$150,000$104/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2605096 Report a problem
    4/13/2026Listed for sale$150,000$104/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2605096 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,833 +65.4%$202,400 +65.4%
    2024$1,713 $122,400
    2023$1,713 +14%$122,400
    2022$1,503 --
    2021$1,503 +3.9%--
    2018$1,447 +63.1%--
    2017$887 -13.6%--
    2016$1,027 --
    2015$1,027 --
    2014$1,027 -15.1%$120,300 +856.6%
    2012$1,210 $12,576
    2011-- $12,576
    2010-- $12,576
    2009-- $12,576
    2008-- $12,576
    2007-- $12,576
    2006-- $12,576
    2005-- $12,576
    2004-- $12,576
    2003-- $12,576 +7.1%
    2002-- $11,744 +11.9%
    2000-- $10,496 +14.7%
    1999-- $9,152
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Wynnefield

    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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    Estimated market value
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