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Property Description
Rooftop skyline views. $3,250/year taxes. 2,300+ sq ft. Fully rehabbed. This isn't the one you pass on. 5338 Cedar Ave is a gut-renovated 3-bed, 2.5-bath townhome in Cedar Park/University City - and it delivers space, finishes, and features that simply don't exist at this price point in this neighborhood. The private rooftop deck sits above the entire block with panoramic Philadelphia skyline views. The primary suite has bay windows, dual closets, and a marble en-suite with ceiling rainfall shower. The open main floor flows from living and dining into a kitchen with quartz counters, Calacatta marble backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. The finished basement adds an entire bonus level - office, gym, flex space, yours to decide. Front porch. Rear deck. Backyard. And taxes at just $3,250 a year. Minutes to Penn, CHOP, Clark Park, and the 52nd Street corridor. At this price, with these taxes, and this much space - you owe it to yourself to see it in person. That last line is the hook. It doesn't beg - it challenges. Buyers who read to the end will feel like not scheduling a showing is the mistake.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5338 Cedar Ave
General
- Price: $520,900
- Taxes: $3,250 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2604714
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 45 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Efficiency, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Efficiency, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s)
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Roof Deck
Parking
- Parking Features: Public, Free
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY
- Driving Directions: GPS
- Location Details: Urban
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,327
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,327 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,327 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Street, Scenic Vista, Other
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,742
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Street/Road Desc.: Access - Above Grade, Paved
- Zoning: RSA5
- Lot Description: Rear Yard
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: HVAC
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $223.85
- Assessment Year: 2025
- Tax w/Assessment: $232,200
- Tax Amount: $3,250
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 86
Listed by KW Empower, Gustavo Espinoza
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Schools
Schools serving 5338 Cedar Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harrington Avery D School 5300-34 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Sayre William L Middle School 5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 5338 Cedar Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/13/2026
Price Reduced
$520,900
-0.02%
MLS
4/29/2026
Price Reduced
$521,000
-5.26%
MLS
4/09/2026
Listed
$549,900
—
MLS
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 5338 Cedar Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,955
-9%
$232,200
—
2025
$3,250
—
$232,200
—
2024
$3,250
64%
$232,200
100%
2021
$1,985
-33%
-100%
2023
$2,955
49%
$211,100
49%
2020
$1,985
4%
$141,800
4%
2019
$1,911
46%
$136,500
46%
2018
$1,305
—
$93,200
—
2017
$1,305
—
$93,200
—
2016
$1,305
4%
$93,200
—
2015
$1,249
—
$93,200
—
2014
$1,249
-17%
$93,200
506%
2013
$1,504
—
$15,392
—
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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5338 Cedar Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2604714) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5338 Cedar Ave is currently listed for $520,900 and was received on April 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 5338 Cedar Ave? 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.

