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Property Description
Fully remodeled Lawndale row! Step into an open-concept living and dining space that flows seamlessly to a sleek, updated kitchen - perfect for entertaining or everyday ease. With three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a fully finished basement, this home offers flexible living for first-time buyers or growing families. The converted garage adds bonus space for storage, a home office, or a cozy den. Enjoy a private front stoop and a shared rear balcony off the kitchen for fresh air and morning coffee. Located near parks, public transit, schools, and shops, this move-in-ready home delivers convenience and style in one smart package.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5943 Malta St
General
- Price: $239,000
- Taxes: $2,145 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2550652
- Updated: 1/16/2026
- Added to Site: 134 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: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Attached Carport, Alley, Off Street
Location
- Area: 19120 (19120)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: LAWNDALE
- Driving Directions: Turning onto Malta Street from Comly Street, the house will be on your left as you go down Malta St before you cross paths with Van Kirk Street.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator
- 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: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Rear Entrance, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,587
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,587 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,058 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 529 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 100%
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 960
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 64.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $225.9
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,201
- City/TownTax: $944
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $153,300
- Tax Amount: $2,145
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1058
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 514
Listed by Lime House, Jack Talhelm
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Schools
Schools serving 5943 Malta St
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 | 0.6 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 5943 Malta St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/16/2026
Price Reduced
$239,000
-6.09%
MLS
11/07/2025
Price Reduced
$254,500
-1.36%
MLS
10/22/2025
Listed
$258,000
100.39%
MLS
2/28/2025
Sold
$128,750
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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 5943 Malta St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,146
188%
$153,300
—
2024
$746
39%
$153,300
29%
2023
$538
3%
$118,400
100%
2021
$524
-3%
-100%
2023
$538
-53%
$73,400
-11%
2020
$1,153
4%
$82,400
4%
2019
$1,107
-1%
$79,100
-1%
2018
$1,123
—
$80,200
—
2017
$1,123
60%
$80,200
—
2016
$703
-35%
$80,200
—
2015
$1,075
—
$80,200
—
2014
$1,075
-3%
$80,200
606%
2013
$1,110
—
$11,360
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 5943 Malta St
5943 Malta Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120 (MLS# PAPH2550652) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5943 Malta Street is currently listed for $239,000 and was received on October 22, 2025. Want to learn more about 5943 Malta Street? 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.

