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Property Description
5533 Poplar Street presents an opportunity to own a three-bedroom Philadelphia rowhome with a defined layout and room to personalize over time. The property is being sold as-is. Out front, a covered porch welcomes you in and includes built-in holders for potted plants or seasonal flowers, offering a simple way to add color and personality to the home's entrance. Step inside and you immediately notice the stone accent wall that begins near the front entrance and continues along the stairway, creating a strong architectural feature that carries upward toward the second level. In the living area, a mirrored wall reflects light and adds depth to the space. The layout is well defined, with separate living and dining areas that are easy to furnish and use without altering the footprint. The home has been freshly painted and newly carpeted throughout, creating a clean interior. To help preserve the carpeting for its next owner, visitors are asked to remove their shoes or wear provided booties during tours. The kitchen retains its original cherry wood cabinetry and functions as it stands today, giving the next owner the flexibility to update when ready. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The bathroom is dated, allowing a future owner to renovate according to their own design preferences. The partially finished basement includes a dedicated laundry room along with additional space for storage or everyday use. The home is heated by oil. Out back, the yard offers space for outdoor dining, grilling, container gardening, or relaxing during the warmer months. Whether you are entering the market for the first time or seeking a property with strong potential for improvement, this home offers a clear starting point. Schedule your tour and decide if this opportunity aligns with your plans.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5533 Poplar St
General
- Price: $142,500
- Taxes: $1,444 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2570142
- Updated: 2/20/2026
- Added to Site: 23 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
- Interior Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Appliances: Oven - Self Cleaning
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19131 (19131)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: CARROLL PARK
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,146
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,146 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,146 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,170
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 78.00
- Zoning: RSA5
- Lot Description: Rear Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $124.35
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $808
- City/TownTax: $635
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $103,200
- Tax Amount: $1,444
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1146
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: washer & dryer
- Lot Number: 79
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Charles Foy III
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Schools
Schools serving 5533 Poplar St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Overbrook High School, Philadelphia, PA 5898 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 5533 Poplar St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/20/2026
Price Reduced
$142,500
-5%
MLS
2/09/2026
Listed
$150,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5533 Poplar St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,445
3111%
$103,200
—
2024
$45
100%
$103,200
117%
2023
-100%
$47,500
100%
2021
$35
—
-100%
2022
$35
-95%
$2,500
-95%
2020
$665
4%
$47,500
4%
2019
$641
-24%
$45,800
-24%
2018
$843
—
$60,200
—
2017
$843
—
$60,200
—
2016
$843
13%
$60,200
8%
2015
$749
—
$55,900
—
2014
$749
7%
$55,900
680%
2013
$700
—
$7,168
—
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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5533 Poplar Street, Philadelphia, PA 19131 (MLS# PAPH2570142) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5533 Poplar Street is currently listed for $142,500 and was received on February 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 5533 Poplar 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.

