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Property Description
Welcome to 5738-40 Tulip Street, Seller is highly motivated and welcomes all offers. Price, terms, and conditions are negotiable. Take advantage of this rare opportunity and submit your offer today on this rare opportunity to own a meticulously rehabbed detached home on a double lot in Wissinoming - offering exceptional space, flexibility, and value that is difficult to find in today's Philadelphia market. Step through the vestibule into a bright living area filled with natural light, high ceilings, and an inviting open-concept layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully designed eat-in kitchen features a large center island, premium cabinetry, granite surfaces, and stainless-steel appliances. A generously sized main-level laundry room provides added convenience and abundant storage, while the versatile first-floor layout also includes a bedroom and full bathroom, offering excellent flexibility. Upstairs, you'll find 3 spacious bedrooms with laminated flooring, full closets, and natural light. Fully renovated bathrooms showcase elegant tile work, premium fixtures, and spa-inspired finishes. Major improvements include updated windows, flooring, paint, lighting, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, providing peace of mind and move-in-ready comfort. The unfinished basement offers excellent storage or future expansion potential for extra living space. Outside, enjoy the exceptional yard - ideal for gardening, entertaining, relaxing, or future possibilities rarely found with detached homes in the area. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, neighborhood amenities, and public transportation, with quick access to I-95 and just minutes from Tacony station for easy travel to Center City or New York City. Nearby amenities include Moss Playground, Shoprite along with other shopping stores.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5738 Tulip St
General
- Price: $290,000
- Taxes: $3,939 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2604420
- Updated: 6/16/2026
- Added to Site: 96 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Island, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Parking
- Parking Features: Public
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19135 (19135)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: WISSINOMING
- Cross Streets: Cheltenham St
- Driving Directions: USE GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Walls/Ceilings: High
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,410
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,410 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,410 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,393
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 39.00 x 87.00
- Zoning: RSA3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $205.67
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $2,205
- City/TownTax: $1,733
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $281,400
- Tax Amount: $3,939
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1410
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 181
Listed by RE/MAX Access, Jillian F Gonzalez
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Schools
Schools serving 5738 Tulip St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sullivan James J School 5300 Ditman Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Harding Warren G Middle School 2000 Wakeling Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Frankford High School 5000 Oxford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5738 Tulip St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/16/2026
Price Reduced
$290,000
-1.66%
MLS
4/29/2026
Price Reduced
$294,900
-1.67%
MLS
4/07/2026
Listed
$299,900
1899.33%
MLS
12/16/2013
Sold
$15,000
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Public Record
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 5738 Tulip St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,939
—
$281,400
—
2024
$3,939
18%
$281,400
18%
2023
$3,332
52%
$238,000
100%
2022
$2,195
—
-100%
2020
$2,195
—
$156,800
—
2019
$2,189
184%
$156,400
184%
2018
$770
—
$55,000
—
2017
$770
—
$55,000
—
2016
$770
-46%
$55,000
-48%
2015
$1,423
—
$106,200
—
2014
$1,423
-21%
$106,200
478%
2013
$1,795
—
$18,368
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 5738 Tulip St
5738 Tulip Street, Philadelphia, PA 19135 (MLS# PAPH2604420) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5738 Tulip Street is currently listed for $290,000 and was received on April 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 5738 Tulip Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

