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$109,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 896 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 2 days ago
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Looking for your next rewarding project? Come check out 5557 Ludlow Street, a fantastic Cobbs Creek rowhome loaded with possibilities whether you're planning a full flip or adding a high-yield rental to your portfolio . You couldn't ask for a better commuter setup: catch the Market-Frankford Elwyn Line just steps away at the 56th or 60th Street stations for a quick hop into University City and Center City, or hit the road with I-76 only about a 10 minute drive away and I-95 reached in about 15 to 20 minutes . Everything tenants or future buyers need is right in the neighborhood, from Cobbs Creek Park and Shepard Recreation Center to local pools, gyms, playgrounds, and places of worship . The home is being sold strictly AS-IS, WHERE-IS (buyer covers municipal certifications and all transfer taxes), so bring your favorite contractor, tour the space, and submit your offer today! Same day showings are available.

Full Property Details for 5557 Ludlow St

General

  • Price: $109,000
  • Taxes: $1,781 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2665594
  • Updated: 11/2/2026
  • Days on Market: 64 days
  • Added to Site: 65 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 2

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19139 (19139)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: COBBS CREEK
  • Driving Directions: Head south on South 56th Street for one short block, then make a right onto Ludlow Street. Continue just a few doors down, and 5557 Ludlow Street will be on your right-hand side.

School Information

  • School District: The School District Of Philadelphia

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Straight Thru
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Other
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Stories Description: Main
  • Square Feet: 896
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 896 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 896 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,307
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Zoning: CMX2

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $121.65
  • School Tax: $997
  • City/TownTax: $784
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $127,300
  • Tax Amount: $1,781
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 85

Listed by Perfect Place Real Estate Co., Adwoa Addo

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Schools serving 5557 Ludlow St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Hamilton Andrew School
5640 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
K-80.4 mi
Sayre William L Middle School
5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
9-120.4 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5557 Ludlow St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/31/2026
Listed
$109,000
65.4%
MLS
8/15/2005
Sold
$65,900
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Tax History for 5557 Ludlow St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$1,725
—
$127,300
3%
2025
$1,725
—
$123,200
—
2024
$1,725
27%
$123,200
27%
2023
$1,359
61%
$97,100
100%
2021
$843
—
-100%
2020
$843
4%
$60,200
4%
2019
$812
-10%
$58,000
-10%
2018
$904
—
$64,600
—
2017
$904
—
$64,600
—
2016
$904
9%
$64,600
4%
2015
$833
—
$62,200
—
2014
$833
116%
$62,200
1480%
2013
$385
—
$3,936
—
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5557 Ludlow Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2665594) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5557 Ludlow Street is currently listed for $109,000 and was received on August 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 5557 Ludlow 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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