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$309,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,665 Sq. Ft.
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Welcome to 5542 Pemberton Street, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath twin tucked away on a quiet Cobbs Creek block. This move-in-ready home perfectly blends modern finishes with timeless West Philly character. Step inside to an open-concept living and dining area filled with natural light and warm details. The modern kitchen features white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula island for casual dining or entertaining. From the kitchen, step out to your private backyard patio-perfect for relaxing or hosting friends. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and a stylishly updated full bath. The finished lower level offers bonus space for a home office, gym, or cozy hangout. There is also a second full bath on the lower level. With central air, updated systems, and contemporary design, this home delivers easy, comfortable living just blocks from Baltimore Avenue cafés, Cobbs Creek Park, and public transportation. Homes like this don't stay on the market long-schedule your showing today and make 5542 Pemberton Street yours. The main rooms have been virtually staged to show the future homeowner/s how the rooms can be laid out.

Full Property Details for 5542 Pemberton St

General

  • Price: $309,000
  • Taxes: $1,959 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2557816
  • Updated: 12/19/2025
  • Added to Site: 65 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19143 (19143)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: COBBS CREEK
  • Driving Directions: Head east on Baltimore Ave toward S 57th St Turn left onto S 55th St Turn left onto Pemberton St

School Information

  • School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Masonry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,665
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 1,665 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,110 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 555 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 900
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 60.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $278.38
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • School Tax: $1,097
  • City/TownTax: $862
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $140,000
  • Tax Amount: $1,959
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1110

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 89

Listed by KW Empower, Martin Rodriguez

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Schools serving 5542 Pemberton St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Sayre William L Middle School
5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
9-120.5 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 5542 Pemberton St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/19/2025
Price Reduced
$309,000
-2.83%
MLS
11/25/2025
Price Reduced
$318,000
-3.05%
MLS
11/14/2025
Listed
$328,000
404.62%
MLS
1/22/2024
Sold
$65,000
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Tax History for 5542 Pemberton St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,960
—
$140,000
—
2024
$1,960
340%
$140,000
25%
2023
$445
—
$111,800
67%
2023
$445
-58%
$66,800
100%
2018
$1,055
-4%
-100%
2020
$1,096
4%
$78,300
4%
2019
$1,055
14%
$75,400
14%
2018
$928
—
$66,300
—
2017
$928
83%
$66,300
—
2016
$508
-47%
$66,300
-6%
2015
$950
—
$70,900
—
2014
$950
47%
$70,900
970%
2013
$647
—
$6,624
—
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5542 Pemberton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2557816) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5542 Pemberton Street is currently listed for $309,000 and was received on November 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 5542 Pemberton 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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