5539 Willows Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 - Photo 1

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$140,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,128 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Welcome to 5539 Willows Avenue, a charming three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home that blends classic character with comfortable living. Step inside through the inviting sunroom, perfect for morning coffee or a cozy reading nook, and into the spacious main level featuring original hardwood floors that highlight the home's warmth and charm. The kitchen offers plenty of potential for personalization, while the shared outdoor deck provides a place to step outside. Upstairs, three well-sized bedrooms offer versatility for family, guests, or home office use. The large, partially finished basement adds valuable additional living and storage space, ready for your creative touch. Conveniently located near parks, shops, and public transit, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy classic West Philadelphia living with room to grow.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5539 Willows Ave

General

Sold For: $140,000
Taxes: $1,784 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2553636
Added to Site: 78 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In

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: On Street

Location

Area: 19143 (19143)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: PHILADELPHIA
Driving Directions: If traveling west on Baltimore Ave, take a left on Whitby and a left on 56th St. When you approach Willows Ave, you may take a left and the house will be on your left. If traveling east on Baltimore Ave, take a right onto Whitby and a left on 56th St.

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Cooling Fuel: Other
Heating Type: Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Other
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Partial
Foundation: Stone
Stories Description: Main
Square Feet: 1,128
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,128 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,128 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1925
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,223
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 82.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $128.55
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $999
City/TownTax: $785
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $127,500
Tax Amount: $1,784
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1128

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 224

Listed by KW Empower, Catherine Lavell and KW Empower, Ian J Perler
Sold by Real of Pennsylvania, Allen Ellerbe

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Schools

Schools serving 5539 Willows Ave

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Longstreth William C School 5700 Willows Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143	K-8	0.2 mi
Bartram John - Main 2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142	9-12	1.5 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 5539 Willows Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

12/05/2025

Sold

$140,000

-3.45%

MLS

10/30/2025

Listed

$145,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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5539 Willows Ave Philadelphia, PA 19143