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Property Description
West Philly Charm Meets Opportunity - 4BR, 2BA, Original Details, Prime Cobbs Creek Location Bring your vision to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath rowhome in the heart of Cobbs Creek - just minutes from University City, Center City, and the green expanse of Cobbs Creek Park. With 1,776 sq ft above grade, high ceilings, and much of the original wood flooring still in place, this home offers a solid canvas for your next chapter. The first floor features a welcoming covered front porch, an airy living room with vintage millwork, a formal dining space, and a kitchen that leads to a partially finished, walk-out basement with laundry area, full bath, and access to the backyard. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and another full bath. Location perks: Walk or bike to Cobbs Creek Park's trails, playgrounds, and sports fields. Quick access to SEPTA routes, Baltimore Avenue's shops and cafes, and cultural hotspots like the Philadelphia Zoo, Penn Museum, and 30th Street Station. Nearby universities, hospitals, and major highways make commuting or renting a breeze. Important: Home is being sold as-is. Seller may not remove contents. Utilities are currently off - please schedule daytime showings or bring a flashlight. This is your chance to own a piece of classic Philadelphia architecture in a neighborhood with parks, culture, and convenience at your doorstep.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5905 Washington Ave
General
- Sold For: $155,000
- Taxes: $2,549 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2528096
- Added to Site: 155 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: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: COBBS CREEK
- Driving Directions: S 59th St to Washington Ave
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Other
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Walkout Stairs
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,525
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,525 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,525 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,776
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 111.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $108.2
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,427
- City/TownTax: $1,121
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $182,100
- Tax Amount: $2,549
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1525
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 65
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Omar Din
Sold by Keller Williams Real Estate Tri-County, Vu Le
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Schools
Schools serving 5905 Washington Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Anderson Add B School 1034 South 60th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Sayre William L Middle School 5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 5905 Washington Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Sold
$155,000
-6.06%
MLS
10/16/2025
Price Reduced
$165,000
-5.71%
MLS
8/15/2025
Listed
$175,000
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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.
5905 Washington Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2528096) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $155,000 on November 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 5905 Washington Avenue? 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.

