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$150,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,056 Sq. Ft.
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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 for 5520 Matthews St

General

  • Price: $150,000
  • Taxes: $1,905 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2538638
  • Updated: 3/13/2026
  • Added to Site: 214 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
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1056

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 289

Listed by KW Empower, Elan Elkaim

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— 5520 Matthews St —

  • Elan Elkaim

    KW Empower

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Schools serving 5520 Matthews St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
King Martin Luther High School
6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138
9-120.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5520 Matthews St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
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
397.5%
MLS
12/11/2017
Sold
$40,000
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Tax History for 5520 Matthews St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,905
—
$136,100
—
2024
$1,905
154%
$136,100
100%
2021
$749
-47%
-100%
2023
$1,412
89%
$100,900
89%
2020
$749
17%
$53,500
17%
2019
$638
-1%
$45,600
-1%
2018
$647
—
$46,200
—
2017
$647
—
$46,200
—
2016
$647
-13%
$46,200
-17%
2015
$745
—
$55,600
—
2014
$745
-2%
$55,600
618%
2013
$757
—
$7,744
—
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5520 Matthews Street, Philadelphia, PA 19138 (MLS# PAPH2538638) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5520 Matthews Street is currently listed for $150,000 and was received on September 17, 2025. 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.

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