5981 N 21st St is a two-story townhouse located in the Ogontz neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. Built in 1925, this 970-square-foot home sits on a 1,022-square-foot lot and features three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. The home was part of a row of similar townhouses, and it reflects the architectural style common in the area. Its compact size and layout make it suitable for first-time homebuyers or investors seeking rental opportunities. The surrounding neighborhood offers a mix of residential properties and is conveniently located near public transportation and local amenities.
Sold for $100,000
$100,000
5981 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19138
3beds
970sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
1,022 Square Feet Lot
$162,000 Zestimate®
$103/sqft
$1,735 Estimated rent
Home value
$162,000
$118,000 - $207,000
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Listed by:
Ken Henderson 215-868-9515,
RE/MAX Regency Realty
Bought with:
Alex Frederick, 2447095
KW Empower
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2476080
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 970
- Total interior livable area: 970 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 970
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,022 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 87.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 172444200
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ogontz
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $103/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $139,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,947
- Date on market: 6/5/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Listing removed | $1,990$2/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,990$2/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $100,000-9.1%$103/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2476080 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Contingent | $110,000$113/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2476080 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $110,000$113/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2476080 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Contingent | $110,000$113/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2476080 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $110,000$113/sqft |
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| 6/7/2025 | Contingent | $110,000$113/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2476080 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $110,000$113/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2476080 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,947 +32% | $139,100 +32% |
| 2024 | $1,475 | $105,400 |
| 2023 | $1,475 +41.1% | $105,400 |
| 2022 | $1,046 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,046 -4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,092 +174.6% | -- |
| 2017 | $398 -15.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $469 -25.3% | -- |
| 2015 | $627 | -- |
| 2014 | $627 +80.6% | $81,800 +1822% |
| 2012 | $347 | $4,256 |
| 2011 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2010 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2009 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2008 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2007 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2006 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2005 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2004 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2003 | -- | $4,256 |
| 2002 | -- | $4,256 +4.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $4,064 +24.5% |
| 1999 | -- | $3,264 |
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Neighborhood: Ogontz
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pennell Joseph SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Wagner Gen Louis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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Estimated market value
$162,000
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