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Property Description
5919 Chester Ave can now be yours ! This spacious and well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home renovated a short 5 years ago is a must see. Walk in to the enclosed front porch which provided extra square footage and be greeted by the always wanted, open floor layout. From living room to dining room to the sit in kitchen, this home has many perks you desire. Private back patio, large bedrooms filled with natural light and a modern bathroom. Don't miss out on this comfortable, conveniently located home with tons of charm and space!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5919 Chester Ave
General
- Price: $199,999
- Taxes: $1,530 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2659232
- Updated: 8/24/2026
- Added to Site: 14 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: KINGSESSING
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,429
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,429 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,429 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,449
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 95.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $139.96
- Tax w/Assessment: $109,357
- Tax Amount: $1,530
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by KW Empower, Marc Bennett
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Schools
Schools serving 5919 Chester Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mitchell El School 5500 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Bartram John - Main 2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 5919 Chester Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/12/2026
Listed
$199,999
-27.61%
MLS
10/26/2020
Sold
$276,272
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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 5919 Chester Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$1,361
—
$197,900
13%
2025
$1,361
-45%
$175,900
—
2024
$2,462
81%
$175,900
81%
2023
$1,361
21%
$97,200
100%
2021
$1,124
—
-100%
2020
$1,124
8%
$80,300
8%
2019
$1,037
38%
$74,100
38%
2018
$752
—
$53,700
—
2017
$752
—
$53,700
—
2016
$752
4%
$53,700
—
2015
$720
—
$53,700
—
2014
$720
8%
$53,700
688%
2013
$666
—
$6,816
—
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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5919 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2659232) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5919 Chester Avenue is currently listed for $199,999 and was received on August 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 5919 Chester 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.

