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Property Description
Welcome to 5520 Matthews, a fully renovated home offering modern upgrades and everyday convenience. This property features 3 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom upstairs, with a bright and comfortable layout throughout. The updated kitchen includes modern cabinetry, ample counter space, and updated appliances, making it ideal for daily living and entertaining. A washer and dryer are located in the basement for added convenience. Located in the West Oak Lane neighborhood of Philadelphia, the home is just minutes from local dining spots such as Relish Restaurant & Bar, Lee's Hoagie House, and Domino's Pizza along Ogontz Avenue, along with a variety of neighborhood shops and everyday conveniences. Nearby Awbury Arboretum and Simons Recreation Center offer green space, walking trails, and recreational facilities. Public transportation is easily accessible with SEPTA bus routes along Ogontz Ave and Cheltenham Ave, and the Fern Rock Transportation Center just a short drive away, providing connections to the Broad Street Line and regional rail for quick access to Center City. This move-in ready home combines style, comfort, and location. Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5520 Matthews St
General
- Sold For: $150,000
- Taxes: $1,905 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2538638
- Added to Site: 262 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: 19138 (19138)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: WEST OAK LANE
- Driving Directions: Between Blakemore St and Matthews St.
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,056
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,056 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,056 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 800
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 50.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $142.05
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,066
- City/TownTax: $838
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $136,100
- Tax Amount: $1,905
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1056
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 289
Listed by KW Empower, Elan Elkaim
Sold by Brass Key Realty, David F Smith
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Schools
Schools serving 5520 Matthews St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
King Martin Luther High School 6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 5520 Matthews St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/04/2026
Sold
$150,000
—
MLS
3/06/2026
Price Reduced
$150,000
-9.09%
MLS
1/06/2026
Price Reduced
$165,000
-5.71%
MLS
12/04/2025
Price Reduced
$175,000
-7.41%
MLS
11/17/2025
Price Reduced
$189,000
-5.03%
MLS
9/17/2025
Listed
$199,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
5520 Matthews Street, Philadelphia, PA 19138 (MLS# PAPH2538638) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $150,000 on May 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 5520 Matthews 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.

