Opportunity meets the right imagination at 5947 Media Street, a classic Philadelphia rowhome filled with warmth, character, and untapped potential. Lovingly cared for over the years, this as is home is ready for its next chapter. High ceilings, generous room sizes, and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere with endless possibilities to make the space your own. Original hardwood floors flow through the spacious living and dining areas, offering comfortable spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs features three nicely sized bedrooms and a full bath, while the unfinished basement provides ample storage or the opportunity to create additional living space, a workshop, gym, or recreation area. Enjoy outdoor living from both the private rear patio and the spacious front porch, perfect for morning coffee, relaxing evenings, or gathering with friends and neighbors. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, public transportation, and major commuter routes, this location offers easy access to the suburbs, a short ride into Center City Philadelphia, and convenient travel to New Jersey. Whether you are an owner occupant or investor, 5947 Media Street offers the chance to bring fresh vision to a home with solid bones and lasting charm.
Under contract
Price cut: $11K (6/1)
$139,000
5947 Media St, Philadelphia, PA 19151
3beds
1,152sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
1,080 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$121/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private rear patioGenerous room sizesAbundant natural lightThree nicely sized bedroomsSpacious front porchHigh ceilingsOriginal hardwood floors
- 41 days |
- 186 |
- 15 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dylan Collie 215-622-5110,
KW Empower 215-627-3500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2620902
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- None, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Efficiency, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Kitchen - Table Space
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,152
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,080 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 72.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 342037300
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Philadelphia
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $121/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $130,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,819
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,657/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Contingent | $139,000$121/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2620902 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $139,000-7.3%$121/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2620902 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $150,000$130/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2620902 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,820 +18.5% | $130,000 +18.5% |
| 2024 | $1,536 | $109,700 |
| 2023 | $1,536 +28% | $109,700 |
| 2022 | $1,200 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,200 +3.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,155 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,155 +6.5% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,085 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,085 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,085 +4.5% | $77,500 +1075.7% |
| 2012 | $1,039 | $6,592 |
| 2011 | -- | $6,592 |
| 2010 | -- | $6,592 |
| 2009 | -- | $6,592 |
| 2008 | -- | $6,592 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,592 +7.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,144 |
| 2005 | -- | $6,144 |
| 2004 | -- | $6,144 +9.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $5,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $5,600 +12.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $4,992 |
| 1999 | -- | $4,992 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Carroll Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10GUIDON S BLUFORD EL SCHGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Overbrook High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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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