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Property Description
Welcome to 5438 Irving Street - a move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located in the desirable Cobbs Creek section of West Philadelphia! This charming rowhome offers the perfect opportunity for first-time buyers looking to build equity or investors seeking their next easy rental or flip. Step inside to find a bright and spacious living area with updated flooring, a modern kitchen, and ample natural light throughout. Upstairs features three comfortable bedrooms and a clean, updated full bath. The home also includes a basement with plenty of storage and a rear yard perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Located just minutes from Cobbs Creek Park, University City, public transit, and local shops, this property combines convenience and value in one affordable package. 💰 Whether you're buying your first home or adding to your portfolio - this one checks all the boxes!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5438 Irving St
General
- Price: $173,500
- Taxes: $2,238 (2025)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2555698
- Updated: 1/13/2026
- Added to Site: 75 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19139 (19139)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: COBBS CREEK
- Driving Directions: Google Maps
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: AirLite
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Permanent
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,530
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,530 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,530 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,245
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 83.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $113.4
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,253
- City/TownTax: $984
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $159,900
- Tax Amount: $2,238
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1530
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 243
Listed by Velvet Rope Homes, Maurice A Richardson
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Schools
Schools serving 5438 Irving St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sayre William L Middle School 5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 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 5438 Irving St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/02/2026
Price Reduced
$173,500
-0.86%
MLS
12/22/2025
Price Reduced
$175,000
-6.42%
MLS
12/18/2025
Price Reduced
$187,000
-1.32%
MLS
12/15/2025
Price Reduced
$189,500
-0.26%
MLS
11/30/2025
Price Reduced
$190,000
-2.56%
MLS
11/13/2025
Price Reduced
$195,000
-2.5%
MLS
11/04/2025
Listed
$200,000
170.27%
MLS
11/10/2006
Sold
$74,000
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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 5438 Irving St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$838
—
$159,900
—
2024
$838
17%
$159,900
22%
2023
$714
-36%
$131,000
100%
2021
$1,111
56%
-100%
2023
$714
-36%
$86,000
8%
2020
$1,111
4%
$79,400
4%
2019
$1,071
-2%
$76,500
-2%
2018
$1,090
—
$77,900
—
2017
$1,090
9%
$77,900
—
2016
$999
-4%
$77,900
—
2015
$1,044
—
$77,900
—
2014
$1,044
55%
$77,900
949%
2013
$675
—
$7,424
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 5438 Irving St
5438 Irving Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2555698) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5438 Irving Street is currently listed for $173,500 and was received on November 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 5438 Irving 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.

