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$249,900

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,260 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 9 days ago
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Spacious and full of potential, this three-story brick row home offers over 2,260 sq. ft. of living space and classic Philadelphia charm. The first floor welcomes you with an open-concept living and dining area that flows seamlessly into a generously sized eat-in kitchen-perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. The second level features three well-proportioned bedrooms and a full hall bathroom, while the third floor adds two additional bedrooms and a second full bath-ideal for larger households or flexible living arrangements. A covered front porch provides a cozy space to relax, and the convenient location puts transit, shopping, and everyday amenities within easy reach.

Full Property Details for 5215 Chester Ave

General

  • Price: $249,900
  • Taxes: $5,909 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2578720
  • Updated: 1/27/2026
  • Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Upper: 5
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19143 (19143)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: PHILADELPHIA (WEST)
  • Cross Streets: 52Nd
  • Driving Directions: Please use GPS for the most accurate directions.

School Information

  • School District: The School District Of Philadelphia

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 2,260
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 2,260 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,260 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,552
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 97.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $110.58
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $3,309
  • City/TownTax: $2,600
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $422,200
  • Tax Amount: $5,909
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2260

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Bank-owned: Yes
  • Lot Number: 11

Listed by Genstone Realty, Christopher B Nelson

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  • Christopher B Nelson

    Genstone Realty

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Schools serving 5215 Chester Ave

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Comegys Benjamin B School
5100 Greenway Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
K-80.2 mi
Bartram John - Main
2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142
9-121.5 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 5215 Chester Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
1/27/2026
Listed
$249,900
-74.15%
MLS
6/21/2022
Sold
$966,668
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Tax History for 5215 Chester Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,602
-5%
$400,200
-5%
2024
$5,910
239%
$422,200
100%
2021
$1,743
-63%
-100%
2023
$4,727
171%
$337,700
171%
2020
$1,743
8%
$124,500
8%
2019
$1,608
132%
$114,900
132%
2018
$693
—
$49,500
—
2017
$693
—
$49,500
—
2016
$693
5%
$49,500
—
2015
$663
—
$49,500
—
2014
$663
-16%
$49,500
511%
2013
$791
—
$8,096
—
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5215 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2578720) is a Townhouse property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5215 Chester Avenue is currently listed for $249,900 and was received on January 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 5215 Chester Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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