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$147,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 822 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 8 days ago
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Great opportunity in West Philly! This three-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is located on a desirable block and is perfect for investor or first time home buyer. The property offers a functional layout with spacious living and dining areas, well-sized bedrooms, and the convenience of a half bath on the main level. With solid bones and plenty of potential to add your own updates, this home is ideal for building equity or expanding your investment portfolio. Conveniently located near public transportation, universities, shopping, and dining. Don't miss your chance to own this West Philadelphia gem!

Full Property Details for 5538 Addison St

General

  • Price: $147,000
  • Taxes: $1,552 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2572816
  • Updated: 1/9/2026
  • Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Parking

  • Parking Type: None

Location

  • Area: 19143 (19143)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: WEST PHILADELPHIA
  • Driving Directions: Please use waze.

School Information

  • School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Other

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Foundation: Other
  • Stories Description: Main
  • Square Feet: 822
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 822 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 822 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 953
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 64.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $178.83
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $869
  • City/TownTax: $683
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $110,900
  • Tax Amount: $1,552
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 822

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 131

Listed by KW Empower, Noah Berson

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  • Noah Berson

    KW Empower

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Schools serving 5538 Addison St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Sayre William L Middle School
5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
9-120.4 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 5538 Addison St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/09/2026
Listed
$147,000
241.86%
MLS
2/27/2017
Sold
$43,000
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Tax History for 5538 Addison St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,552
—
$110,900
—
2024
$1,552
48%
$110,900
100%
2021
$1,051
-25%
-100%
2023
$1,407
34%
$100,500
34%
2020
$1,051
4%
$75,100
4%
2019
$1,012
12%
$72,300
12%
2018
$906
—
$64,700
—
2017
$906
86%
$64,700
—
2016
$486
-31%
$64,700
24%
2015
$701
—
$52,300
—
2014
$701
5%
$52,300
664%
2013
$669
—
$6,848
—
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5538 Addison Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2572816) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 5538 Addison Street is currently listed for $147,000 and was received on January 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 5538 Addison Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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