PRICE REDUCTION: Move right in to this beautifully updated straight through home in the Cobbs Creek section, with front porch for enjoying those summer nights. This home offers an open floor plan and captures the aesthetics of a beautiful brick wall on one side of the property. There are also beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and a center island. Kitchen leads to a patio and nice size back yard for those summer barbeques and entertaining family and friends. The second level hosts 3 nice size bedrooms with ample closet space, and a hall full bath. The basement is finished and offers an updated powder room. This home is conveniently located to transportation, shopping and restaurants. You won't want to miss this opportunity to make this your new home.
Sold for $196,500
$196,500
5948 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
3beds
1,224sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
1,350 Square Feet Lot
$199,900 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$1,646 Estimated rent
Home value
$199,900
$182,000 - $220,000
$1,646/mo
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Updated powder roomOpen floor planCenter islandFront porchHardwood floorsGranite countertopsBeautiful brick wall
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Listed by:
Denise McLean 215-429-1510,
Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park
Bought with:
Cherie Jones, RS346544
Believe Realty Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2440988
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,224
- Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level,Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,350 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 031047000
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2025 | Sold | $196,500-6.4%$161/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Pending sale | $210,000$172/sqft |
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| 4/14/2025 | Price change | $210,000-2.3%$172/sqft |
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| 3/30/2025 | Price change | $215,000-2.3%$176/sqft |
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| 2/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $220,000+4.8%$180/sqft |
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| 9/5/2024 | Listing removed | $210,000$172/sqft |
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| 8/24/2024 | Price change | $210,000-4.5%$172/sqft |
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| 6/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $220,000$180/sqft |
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| 12/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/12/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/28/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,450-9.1%$1/sqft |
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| 11/16/2023 | Price change | $220,000-2.2%$180/sqft |
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| 11/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $225,000-10%$184/sqft |
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| 12/12/2022 | Listing removed | $249,900$204/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2156952 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $249,900+284.5%$204/sqft |
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| 8/9/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/5/2022 | Price change | $1,595-11.1%$1/sqft |
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| 6/30/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,795$1/sqft |
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| 4/8/2019 | Sold | $65,000-18.2%$53/sqft |
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| 3/4/2019 | Price change | $79,500-20.1%$65/sqft |
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| 2/7/2019 | Listed for sale | $99,500-9.5%$81/sqft |
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| 1/5/2011 | Sold | $110,000+340%$90/sqft |
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| 7/1/2010 | Sold | $25,000-10.7%$20/sqft |
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| 4/13/2010 | Sold | $28,000$23/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,597 +41% | $185,500 +41% |
| 2024 | $1,842 | $131,600 |
| 2023 | $1,842 +17% | $131,600 |
| 2022 | $1,575 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,575 +3.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,516 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,516 +25.9% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,204 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,204 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,204 +31% | $68,600 +764.4% |
| 2012 | $919 | $7,936 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2007 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2006 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2005 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,936 +10.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $7,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $7,200 +4.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $6,880 |
| 1999 | -- | $6,880 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bryant William C SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
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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