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Property Description
This property is legally zoned three unit building with active rental licenses located in Dickinson Narrows, South Philadelphia, close to the neighborhoods of East Passyunk, Moyamensing & Pennsport. This property is adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridors and surrounded by residential & multi-unit development and major infrastructure projects. This triplex is three large 2 bedroom/1 bathroom units through the 3 story structure, with a backyard and common easement. Enter into the vestibule and find a hallway with a door that leads to the first floor unit with access to the backyard. The second floor unit is not self-contained providing a value-add upside play to convert into two studios bringing the total unit count to 4 or more units. There are 4 gas meters (1 house), brand new 240 electrical service and heads, 3 water heaters, and 1 heating furnace. Common heat is currently configured for the building but switching to in-unit baseboard electric would be wise and economical. Cosmetic upgrades throughout building, with in-unit washer/dryer on third floor unit. If you are looking to house hack, an apartment unit can be made available to you. All units are currently occupied grossly below market rates 1) $950, 2) $1,100, 3) $1,200 (prior lease $1,400). Within short distance from this property lies East Passyunk Ave, which holds over 160 independent businesses and retail locations, ranging from multicutltural cuisines, entertainment, bars, shopping, retail, the arts, and many other amenities. East Passyunk is home to James Beard International food award recipients and is one of Food & Wine Magazine's Top 10 Foodie Destinations in the country. Dickinson Narrows also is adjacent to the Riverwards along the Delaware River, with many amenities and festivities for families and residents of all ages. Owner is a licensed PA agent/reatlor.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1831 S 5th St
General
- Price: $425,000
- Taxes: $5,233 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2434530
- Updated: 12/17/2025
- Added to Site: 371 day(s) ago
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19148 (19148)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Driving Directions: gps
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru, Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Slab
- Square Feet: 4,950
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,475 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,475 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 2,475 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,060
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 66.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $171.72
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,931
- City/TownTax: $2,302
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $373,900
- Tax Amount: $5,233
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2475
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 355
Listed by RE/MAX Ready, Ben Finelli
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Schools
Schools serving 1831 S 5th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vare-Washington Elementary School 1198 South 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | K-8 | 0.6 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1831 S 5th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/25/2025
Price Reduced
$425,000
-5.53%
MLS
8/11/2025
Price Reduced
$449,900
-5.28%
MLS
1/12/2025
Listed
$475,000
20.63%
MLS
3/18/2022
Sold
$393,750
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1831 S 5th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,234
—
$373,900
—
2024
$5,234
25%
$373,900
100%
2021
$4,183
-23%
-100%
2023
$5,421
30%
$387,300
30%
2020
$4,183
8%
$298,800
8%
2019
$3,859
28%
$275,700
28%
2018
$3,007
—
$214,800
—
2017
$3,007
—
$214,800
—
2016
$3,007
24%
$214,800
19%
2015
$2,423
—
$180,800
—
2014
$2,423
109%
$180,800
1423%
2013
$1,160
—
$11,872
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1831 S 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 (MLS# PAPH2434530) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1831 S 5th Street is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on January 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 1831 S 5th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

