Sold448d on marketHistoric · 101 yrs
5853 Washington Ave
Philadelphia, PA, 19143 • Cobbs Creek • Philadelphia County
$249,800
$167/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,496Sqft
0.03 acLot
1925Built
Property DNA
Traditional,Straight Thru Style
Built 1925 · 101 years of history
Cobbs Creek
Cobbs Creek
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Tile/Brick Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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448 days on market
Established listing
$167/sqft
Price per square foot
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ModerateThis home ranks in the top 48% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1925 · Historic
This Cobbs Creek row home is a balanced blend of past and present. This 3bed/2 bath house boasts its original leaded glass, tiled fireplace, pocket door and wood floors with inlays, yet it also features all the necessary updates for modern life: a 200amp electrical system, three skylights that illuminate the second floor and stairwell, and a freshly renovated bathroom and kitchen complete with new appliances. The property is a short drive from Clark Park and University City and is within walking distance of the 3.7-mile Cobbs Creek Trail, a newly renovated library, and a public pool currently under construction and projected to be completed in mid 2025. Make your appointment today to see it in person!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights tiled fireplace, original leaded glass, and freshly renovated bathroom as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,636/month
Principal & Interest$1,303
Property Tax$250
Insurance$83
Down payment20% ($49,960)
3%50%
Est. 6.80% rate · 30yr fixed · $199,840 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1925
HeatingRadiator, Natural Gas
CoolingWall Unit(s), Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot1,280 sqft
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional,Straight Thru
Year built1925
Stories2
Systems
HeatingRadiator, Natural Gas
CoolingWall Unit(s), Electric
ConstructionMasonry
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementFull
Lot1,280 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodCobbs Creek
ZoningRSA5
Annual tax$1,674
Parcel033103500
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Tile/Brick
Heating
Radiator
Natural Gas
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Electric
Laundry
In Basement
Windows
Stain/Lead Glass
Skylight(s)
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Masonry
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market448
Est. value$255,900
Est. rent$1,716/mo
Tax rate0.94%
Price/sqft$167
On marketNov 1, 2024
PostedNov 1, 2024
Last sold$249,800
MLS updatedJan 21, 2025
Tour days6
Views11
Favorites1
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2 schools rated nearby
Location
Philadelphia, PA, 19143
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 16, 2025Sold$249,800$167Bright MLS
Dec 14, 2024Contingent$249,800$167Bright MLS
Dec 11, 2024Price Change$249,800$167Bright MLS
Nov 1, 2024Listed For Sale$249,900$167Bright MLS
May 18, 2018Sold$125,000$84Public Record
Mar 22, 2018Pending Sale$100,000$67BHHS Fox & Roach-CC Rittenhouse Hotel
Mar 16, 2018Listed For Sale$100,000$67Bhhs Fox & Roach-Cc Rittenhous
Sold$249,800
Jan 16, 2025•$167/sqft•Bright MLS
Contingent$249,800
Dec 14, 2024•$167/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$249,800
Dec 11, 2024•$167/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$249,900
Nov 1, 2024•$167/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$125,000
May 18, 2018•$84/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$100,000
Mar 22, 2018•$67/sqft•BHHS Fox & Roach-CC Rittenhouse Hotel
Listed For Sale$100,000
Mar 16, 2018•$67/sqft•Bhhs Fox & Roach-Cc Rittenhous
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$2,332$166,600
Apr 10, 2024$1,674$119,600
Apr 10, 2023$1,674$119,600
Apr 10, 2022$1,201—
Apr 10, 2021$1,201—
Apr 10, 2018$1,156—
Apr 10, 2017$1,156—
Apr 10, 2016$843—
Apr 10, 2015$843—
Apr 10, 2014$843$90,200
Apr 10, 2012—$10,272
Apr 10, 2011—$10,272
Apr 10, 2010—$10,272
Apr 10, 2009—$10,272
Apr 10, 2008—$10,272
Apr 10, 2007—$10,272
Apr 10, 2006—$9,568
Apr 10, 2005—$9,568
Apr 10, 2004—$9,568
Apr 10, 2003—$8,704
Apr 10, 2002—$8,480
Apr 10, 2000—$8,192
Apr 10, 1999—$7,104
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Philadelphia, PA • Philadelphia County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
Philadelphia
Nearby zip codes
19104191111912019124191341914019143191441914819149
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