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Townhouse for sale at 1831 S 5Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | MLS# PAPH2434530 | Listing updated on 2025-09-25
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$425,000

Monthly Est:$2,115

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1831 S 5Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

$2,115/moEst:

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  • Townhouse

  • Built in 1915

  • $-- HOA

  • 1,060 sqft lot

  • $172/sq.ft

Description

This property is legally zoned three unit building with active rental licenses located in Dickinson Narrows, South Philadelphia, close to the neighborhoods of East Passyunk, Moyamensing & Pennsport. This property is adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridors and surrounded by residential & multi-unit development and major infrastructure projects. This triplex is three large 2 bedroom/1 bathroom units through the 3 story structure, with a backyard and common easement. Enter into the vestibule and find a hallway with a door that leads to the first floor unit with access to the backyard. The second floor unit is not self-contained providing a value-add upside play to convert into two studios bringing the total unit count to 4 or more units. There are 4 gas meters (1 house), brand new 240 electrical service and heads, 3 water heaters, and 1 heating furnace. Common heat is currently configured for the building but switching to in-unit baseboard electric would be wise and economical. Cosmetic upgrades throughout building, with in-unit washer/dryer on third floor unit. If you are looking to house hack, an apartment unit can be made available to you. All units are currently occupied grossly below market rates 1) $950, 2) $1,100, 3) $1,200 (prior lease $1,400). Within short distance from this property lies East Passyunk Ave, which holds over 160 independent businesses and retail locations, ranging from multicutltural cuisines, entertainment, bars, shopping, retail, the arts, and many other amenities. East Passyunk is home to James Beard International food award recipients and is one of Food & Wine Magazine's Top 10 Foodie Destinations in the country. Dickinson Narrows also is adjacent to the Riverwards along the Delaware River, with many amenities and festivities for families and residents of all ages. Owner is a licensed PA agent/reatlor.

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  • Listing updated: September 25, 2025 at 3:26 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Ben Finelli (267) 853-8823 | RE/MAX Ready (610) 828-6300
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2434530 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Townhouse

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1915

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    2,475 sqft

  • Lot Size

    1,060 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2434530

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    354

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedroom: --

    Bathroom: --

Interior

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Cooling

    Window Unit(s)

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1915

  • Home type

    Townhouse

  • Architectural Style

    Straight Thru, Traditional

  • Foundation Details

    Brick/mortar, Slab

  • Construction Materials

    Masonry

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

Price History

DateEventPrice

01/12/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2434530

Listed for Sale

$425,000 +46.55%

$172/sqft

12/15/2017

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #1001716665

Sold

$290,000

$117/sqft

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