522 S 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 - Photo 1

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$740,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
2,493 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

An exceptional investment or owner-user opportunity that straddles the sought-after neighborhoods of Society Hill and Bella Vista. This street-to-street mixed-use property offers versatility, income potential, and something truly rare for the area-private parking for up to two cars (or four in tandem) in the rear courtyard. The ground floor features a fully functioning commercial space, currently operating as a restaurant, benefiting from steady foot traffic and high visibility close to bustling South Street. Above the commercial space are two 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartments, each approximately 800 sq. ft. Both units feature in-unit washers and dryers, hardwood floors, spacious open living areas, and modern kitchens - perfect for turnkey rentals or owner-occupancy. Projected rental income: approximately $6,500-$7,000 per month as-is, with potential for higher returns with value add to the residential units. A rare find combining location, versatility, and income potential - come tour today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 522 S 5th St

General

Sold For: $740,000
Taxes: $8,179 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2571246
Added to Site: 117 day(s) ago

Parking

Parking Type: Driveway

Location

Area: 19147 (19147)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Driving Directions: GPS

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Wall Unit
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Radiator
Heating Fuel: Electric
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Mixed
Foundation: Other
Square Feet: 2,493
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 2,493 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,493 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1900
Year Built Source: Estimated

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,530
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Dimensions: 17.00 x 90.00
Zoning: RM1

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $300.84
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $4,580
City/TownTax: $3,598
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $584,300
Tax Amount: $8,179
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Kitchen equipment
Lot Number: 40

Listed by KW Empower, Shelley Alligood
Sold by Keller Williams Liberty Place, Alex E. Fidler

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— 522 S 5th St —

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Schools

Schools serving 522 S 5th St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
McCall Gen George A School 325 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106	K-8	0.2 mi
Franklin Benjamin High School 550 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130	12-11	1.6 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 522 S 5th St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

2/25/2026

Sold

$740,000

-1.33%

MLS

1/05/2026

Listed

$750,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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522 S 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (MLS# PAPH2571246) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $740,000 on February 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 522 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.

522 S 5th St Philadelphia, PA 19147