For SaleOpen HouseOpen HouseHistoric · 116 yrs
127 S 51st St
Philadelphia, PA, 19139 • Walnut Hill • Philadelphia County
$375,000
$203/sqft
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
1,845Sqft
0.03 acLot
1910Built
Property DNA
Other,Traditional Style
Built 1910 · 116 years of history
University City
Walnut Hill
Above Grade
Above Grade
Ceramic Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Just Listed
Listed Apr 14, 2026
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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$203/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Multi Family · Built 1910 · Historic
We are pleased to offer this spacious move-in-ready, two unit, low-maintenance brick, end of row, corner property in the University City area for your consideration. The main unit features three large bedrooms and two full baths (one bath is part of the master bedroom). The unit has an open concept living room/kitchen layout with hardwood floors and modern appliances. The second unit features one bedroom and one bath, new carpets, and a refreshed kitchen. There is a full basement with laundry hook-up. This property is perfect for a buyer who wants to live in one unit and rent the other or for a savvy investor who is looking for a great ROI. The property is in a stable neighborhood which is close to all major public transportation, steps away from the 52nd street shopping corridor, West Philadelphia YMCA and Milk Park.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights low-maintenance brick, modern appliances, and three large bedrooms as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,307/month
Principal & Interest$1,807
Property Tax$375
Insurance$125
Down payment20% ($75,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $300,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeDuplex
Year Built1910
HeatingForced Air, Other, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Natural Gas
ParkingOpen Parking
Days on Zillow0
Price/sqft$203
Property
Home typeMulti Family
Sub-typeDuplex
StyleOther,Traditional
ConditionGood
Year built1910
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Other, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Natural Gas
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementFull
Lot1,280 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodWalnut Hill
ZoningC4
Annual tax$143
Parcel602159300
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Eat-in Kitchen
Dry Wall
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Carpet
Heating
Forced Air
Other
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Natural Gas
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Natural Gas Available
Electricity Available
Water Available
Cable
DSL
Other Structures
Above Grade
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Est. rent$2,111/mo
Tax rate0.94%
Price/sqft$203
On marketApr 14, 2026
PostedApr 14, 2026
Last sold$205,000
MLS updatedApr 14, 2026
Tour days9
Views45
Favorites1
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2 schools rated nearby
Location
Philadelphia, PA, 19139
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 14, 2026Listed For Sale$375,000$203Bright MLS
Feb 3, 2024Listing Removed——Owner
Nov 5, 2023Listed For Sale$295,000$160Owner
May 28, 2009Sold$205,000$111Public Record
Dec 19, 2008Sold$100,000$54Public Record
Aug 22, 2008Sold$80,000$43Public Record
Dec 14, 2005Sold$390,000$211Public Record
Listed For Sale$375,000
Apr 14, 2026•$203/sqft•Bright MLS
Listing Removed—
Feb 3, 2024•Owner
Listed For Sale$295,000
Nov 5, 2023•$160/sqft•Owner
Sold$205,000
May 28, 2009•$111/sqft•Public Record
Sold$100,000
Dec 19, 2008•$54/sqft•Public Record
Sold$80,000
Aug 22, 2008•$43/sqft•Public Record
Sold$390,000
Dec 14, 2005•$211/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025$3,687$263,400
Apr 15, 2024$3,136$224,000
Apr 15, 2023$3,136$224,000
Apr 15, 2022$2,308—
Apr 15, 2021$2,308—
Apr 15, 2018$2,223—
Apr 15, 2017$1,943—
Apr 15, 2016$2,346—
Apr 15, 2015$2,346—
Apr 15, 2014$2,346$231,200
Apr 15, 2012$2,897$1,728
Apr 15, 2011—$1,728
Apr 15, 2010—$1,728
Apr 15, 2009—$1,728
Apr 15, 2008—$1,728
Apr 15, 2007—$1,728
Apr 15, 2006—$1,600
Apr 15, 2005—$1,600
Apr 15, 2004—$1,600
Apr 15, 2003—$1,600
Apr 15, 2002—$1,600
Apr 15, 2000—$6,560
Apr 15, 1999—$6,560
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Philadelphia, PA • Philadelphia County
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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