5242 Sylvester Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 - Photo 1

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$257,500

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,200 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Beautifully Renovated Home in Northwood - Move-In Ready! Welcome to 5242 Sylvester Street, a stunning fully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home located in the desirable Northwood section of Philadelphia. Step inside to discover a bright and inviting interior featuring new recessed lighting and fresh paint throughout. The brand-new kitchen is a true showstopper, boasting quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, and modern cabinetry - perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy peace of mind with all-new systems, including new electric, new boiler, new water heater, new windows, and a new roof. Upstairs, the beautifully remodeled full bathroom adds both style and function, while the partially finished basement includes a half bath and makes a great bonus space for a media room, gym, or entertainment area. Outside, you'll love the covered front porch and gated backyard, which offers the flexibility of off-street parking or a spacious yard for gatherings and relaxation. A rear basement entrance adds convenience and accessibility. This home is perfect for anyone seeking a low-maintenance, move-in ready option in a well-established neighborhood close to public transportation, schools, and shopping. Don't miss the opportunity to make 5242 Sylvester Street your new home - schedule your showing today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5242 Sylvester St

General

Sold For: $257,500
Taxes: $2,308 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2494176
Added to Site: 219 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Fenced, Private, Secure Parking, Unpaved
Parking Type: Driveway, On Street

Location

Area: 19124 (19124)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: NORTHWOOD
Driving Directions: GPS

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: AirLite, Traditional, Straight Thru
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Improved, Poured Concrete, Rear Entrance, Outside Entrance, Full
Foundation: Other
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,200
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,200 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,200 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1940
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,582
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 105.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $208.33
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $1,292
City/TownTax: $1,015
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $164,900
Tax Amount: $2,308
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1080

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 215

Listed by Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne, Alexander Taggart Penn
Sold by Legal Real Estate LLC, Marisol Velez

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Schools

Schools serving 5242 Sylvester St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Frankford High School 5000 Oxford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124	9-12	0.4 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 5242 Sylvester St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/21/2025

Sold

$257,500

3%

MLS

7/16/2025

Price Increased

$250,000

—

MLS

6/30/2025

Price Reduced

$249,998

—

MLS

6/24/2025

Price Reduced

$249,999

-2.72%

MLS

6/18/2025

Price Reduced

$256,999

—

MLS

6/13/2025

Listed

$257,000

—

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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