For Sale2d on marketHistoric · 101 yrs
5134 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA, 19139 • Garden Court • Philadelphia County
$489,000
$155/sqft
Down payment assistance available
6Beds
4Baths
3,159Sqft
0.04 acLot
1925Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1925 · 101 years of history
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
2d on Market
Listed Apr 7, 2026
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About this home
Multi Family · Built 1925 · Historic
Well-positioned just off the growing 52nd Street Corridor and minutes from University City, this 5-unit property offers strong in-place income and excellent long-term upside in a high-demand rental market. With close proximity to UPenn, Drexel, and major hospitals, the area consistently attracts a deep tenant pool of students, healthcare workers, and professionals. The building features a versatile unit mix of one 3-bedroom and four 1-bedroom units, ideal for maximizing rental income and tenant flexibility. Rent projections (based on Philadelphia Housing Voucher Program rates) support a projected cap rate exceeding 14%! One unit is currently leased for immediate cash flow, while the remaining units offer value-add potential. The first-floor unit has been renovated with a modern kitchen, updated bath, new flooring, and fresh paint. Additional units feature spacious layouts, large windows, and strong natural light. Located just blocks from the Market-Frankford Line, with easy access to Center City, University City, and neighborhood amenities along Baltimore Avenue and Malcolm X Park, this location continues to benefit from ongoing development and steady rental demand. Situated within a Qualified Opportunity Zone, the potential future advantages are multifaceted. Ideal for investors seeking yield or house hackers looking to live in one unit while stabilizing the rest. Schedule your tour today and capitalize on this high-demand West Philadelphia location.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights spacious layouts, fresh paint, and strong natural light as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,993/month
Principal & Interest$2,341
Property Tax$489
Insurance$163
Down payment20% ($97,800)
3%50%
Est. 5.98% rate · 30yr fixed · $391,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse
Year Built1925
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Days on Zillow2 Days
Price/sqft$155
Property
Home typeMulti Family
Sub-typeTownhouse
StyleTraditional
Year built1925
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionBrick, Stone
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementSpace For Rooms,Heated,Finished
Lot1,775 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGarden Court
ZoningRSA5
Annual tax$5,830
Parcel602110900
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Stone
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
1,175 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market2
Est. rent$1,844/mo
Tax rate0.94%
Price/sqft$155
On marketApr 7, 2026
PostedApr 7, 2026
Last sold$300,000
MLS updatedApr 7, 2026
Tour days9
Views158
Favorites12
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2 schools rated nearby
Location
Philadelphia, PA, 19139
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 7, 2026Listed For Sale$489,000$155Bright MLS
Dec 31, 2025Listing Removed$515,000$163Bright MLS
Oct 16, 2025Price Change$515,000$163Bright MLS
Jul 28, 2025Price Change$569,000$180Bright MLS
May 22, 2025Listed For Sale$599,000$190Bright MLS
Dec 7, 2022Listing Removed$575,000$182Bright MLS
Oct 12, 2022Price Change$575,000$182Bright MLS
Sep 22, 2022Listed For Sale$599,000$190Bright MLS
Sep 13, 2019Sold$300,000$95Public Record
Apr 4, 2011Sold$80,325$25Public Record
Jul 27, 2010Sold$99,800$32Public Record
Aug 26, 1997Sold$26,000$8Public Record
May 30, 1997Sold$12,000$4Public Record
Jun 9, 1995Sold$18,000$6Public Record
Jan 24, 1995Sold$8,200$3Public Record
Listed For Sale$489,000
Apr 7, 2026•$155/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$515,000
Dec 31, 2025•$163/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$515,000
Oct 16, 2025•$163/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$569,000
Jul 28, 2025•$180/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$599,000
May 22, 2025•$190/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed$575,000
Dec 7, 2022•$182/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$575,000
Oct 12, 2022•$182/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$599,000
Sep 22, 2022•$190/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$300,000
Sep 13, 2019•$95/sqft•Public Record
Sold$80,325
Apr 4, 2011•$25/sqft•Public Record
Sold$99,800
Jul 27, 2010•$32/sqft•Public Record
Sold$26,000
Aug 26, 1997•$8/sqft•Public Record
Sold$12,000
May 30, 1997•$4/sqft•Public Record
Sold$18,000
Jun 9, 1995•$6/sqft•Public Record
Sold$8,200
Jan 24, 1995•$3/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$5,830$416,500
Apr 10, 2024$3,730$266,500
Apr 10, 2023$3,730$266,500
Apr 10, 2022$3,630—
Apr 10, 2021$3,630—
Apr 10, 2018$3,494—
Apr 10, 2017$3,494—
Apr 10, 2016$15,604—
Apr 10, 2015$2,235—
Apr 10, 2014$2,235$159,700
Apr 10, 2012—$15,136
Apr 10, 2011—$15,136
Apr 10, 2010—$15,136
Apr 10, 2009—$15,136
Apr 10, 2008—$15,136
Apr 10, 2007—$15,136
Apr 10, 2006—$14,080
Apr 10, 2005—$14,080
Apr 10, 2004—$14,080
Apr 10, 2003—$12,800
Apr 10, 2002—$12,800
Apr 10, 2000—$12,800
Apr 10, 1999—$12,800
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