5836 Newtown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120 - Photo 1

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$280,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,138 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Situated on a quiet block in the Lawncrest neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia - known for its established community feel and tree-lined streets. This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath rowhome offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and value. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the pride of ownership and thoughtful updates throughout the home. Inside, you'll find new flooring that adds a fresh, modern feel, along with updated appliances and fixtures that make everyday living both stylish and functional. The spacious main level offers a warm and inviting layout with plenty of natural light, while the finished basement provides valuable additional living space perfect for a family room, home office, gym, playroom, or entertainment area. Step outside to enjoy a large private backyard - ideal for summer barbecues, gardening, pets, or simply relaxing outdoors. The home also features the added convenience of private parking, a highly desirable feature in the city. Located close to everything you need, including shopping centers, restaurants, grocery stores, schools, and local parks. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to major roadways, public transportation, and nearby SEPTA bus and regional rail lines, making travel to Center City Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs simple and convenient. This move-in ready home offers outstanding potential and everyday convenience in a prime Northeast Philadelphia location! Mortgage savings may be available for buyers of this listing.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5836 Newtown Ave

General

Sold For: $280,000
Taxes: $2,953 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2619464
Added to Site: 113 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Driveway, Attached Garage, On Street
Garage Description: Garage - Rear Entry

Location

Area: 19120 (19120)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: LAWNCREST
Cross Streets: Alcott St
Driving Directions: Use GPS. Oxford Ave to Levick St. Left on Hasbook Ave. Right on Van Kirk St. Left on Weymouth St. Right on Alcott St. Right on Newtown Ave.

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Straight Thru
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Flat, Rubber
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,138
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,138 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,138 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1950
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,159
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 195.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $236.82
Assessment Year: 2026
School Tax: $1,654
City/TownTax: $1,299
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $211,000
Tax Amount: $2,953
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1138

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 75

Listed by Redfin Corporation, Constantine Themis Pailas
Sold by HomeSmart Realty Advisors, felix luis aguila

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Schools

Schools serving 5836 Newtown Ave

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Franklin Benjamin School 5735 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120	K-8	0.3 mi
Fels Samuel High School 5500 Langdon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111	9-12	1.1 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 5836 Newtown Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/24/2026

Sold

$280,000

3.9%

MLS

5/15/2026

Listed

$269,500

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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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