5918 Malvern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131 - Photo 1

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$160,000

Sold
Closed
Townhouse
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
1,440 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Discover a rare opportunity to restore a piece of Wynnefield's history at 5918 Malvern Avenue. This spacious brick-front estate has been a cherished family home for decades and is now ready for a visionary new owner to breathe life into its impressive footprint. The main level offers an expansive floor plan, including an extended living room bathed in natural light and a dedicated breakfast room that adds a unique touch of character. Upstairs, the home features three generous bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, highlighted by a primary bedroom with a rare private ensuite-a highly sought-after feature in this neighborhood. Additional living space awaits in the finished basement, which has 1/2 bath, storage, laundry hook up, and access to rear parking and alley way. The location is truly second to none, situated directly across from the local school and just moments from Saint Joseph's University and City Line Avenue. Outdoor enthusiasts and music lovers will appreciate being steps away from Fairmount Park and the Mann Center, while commuters will benefit from immediate access to public transportation and major highways. With renovated homes in the immediate area selling in the mid to high -$300s, this property represents an incredible value proposition. Whether you are an investor looking to add a high-potential asset to your portfolio or a handy homeowner eager to build equity in a vibrant, established community, 5918 Malvern Avenue is the perfect canvas for your next masterpiece. Sold in as-is condition.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5918 Malvern Ave

General

Sold For: $160,000
Taxes: $2,833 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2605096
Added to Site: 44 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s)
Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Inside Access

Location

Area: 19131 (19131)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: WYNNEFIELD
Driving Directions: Lancaster to Woodbine to Upland to Malvern

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Hot Water
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: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Flat
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,440
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,440 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,440 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1925
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Major Rehab Needed

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,240
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 78.00
Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $104.17
Assessment Year: 2026
School Tax: $1,586
City/TownTax: $1,246
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $202,400
Tax Amount: $2,833
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1440

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 4042

Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Jaimee L Smith
Sold by KW Empower, Joseph Aloysius Stacy Jr.

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Schools

Schools serving 5918 Malvern Ave

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Gompers Samuel School 5701 Wynnefield Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131	K-8	0.5 mi
Overbrook High School, Philadelphia, PA 5898 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131	9-12	0.4 mi

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Price & Sales History for 5918 Malvern Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/08/2026

Sold

$160,000

6.67%

MLS

4/13/2026

Listed

$150,000

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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.

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