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Property Description
Outstanding value-add investment opportunity! This end of row, legally zoned four-unit multifamily property offers immediate income with significant upside potential. The building consists of two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units, one studio apartment, and one 2-bedroom unit, with three of the four units currently occupied, providing cash flow from day one. The first-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit is occupied and in decent condition, while the second-floor front studio is occupied and well maintained. The third-floor 2-bedroom unit is also occupied and in average condition. The second-floor rear 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit is currently vacant and presents an excellent opportunity for a full renovation, allowing the next owner to significantly increase rental income and overall property value. As an end-unit building, the property benefits from additional natural light and enhanced privacy. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio, execute a value-add strategy, or live in one unit while collecting rental income from the others, this property offers tremendous potential. Bring your vision and capitalize on the opportunity to renovate the vacant unit while maximizing rents over time. Don't miss your chance to acquire an income-producing multifamily property with built-in upside in a strong investment package.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5225 Chester Ave
General
- Price: $499,900
- Taxes: $5,224 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2648234
- Updated: 8/24/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease Info: Month to Month
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: KINGSESSING
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Mixed
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Stone
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 2,544
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,544 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,544 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 4, Unit 3
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.: $196.5
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $2,925
- City/TownTax: $2,298
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $373,200
- Tax Amount: $5,224
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2544
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 96
Listed by KW Empower, Michael Faber
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Schools
Schools serving 5225 Chester Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Comegys Benjamin B School 5100 Greenway Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Bartram John - Main 2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 5225 Chester Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/16/2026
Listed
$499,900
6747.95%
MLS
10/01/2013
Sold
$7,300
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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 5225 Chester Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$5,224
—
$351,000
-6%
2025
$5,224
—
$373,200
—
2024
$5,224
6%
$373,200
6%
2023
$4,930
156%
$352,200
100%
2021
$1,929
—
-100%
2020
$1,929
20%
$137,800
20%
2019
$1,608
121%
$114,900
121%
2018
$729
—
$52,100
—
2017
$729
—
$52,100
—
2016
$729
4%
$52,100
—
2015
$698
—
$52,100
—
2014
$698
-12%
$52,100
544%
2013
$791
—
$8,096
—
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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5225 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2648234) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 5225 Chester Avenue is currently listed for $499,900 and was received on July 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 5225 Chester Avenue? 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.

